President Joe Biden released a bold vision for a national mental health strategy, which he mentioned during his State of the Union speech last night. We stand with the President of the United States, Members of Congress, and advocates across our state and country to make sure President Biden’s plan becomes a reality. His plan […]
Virtual Reality Job Interview Training (VR-JIT) can help promote employment among people who experience serious mental health conditions and are engaged in individual placement and support (IPS), according to a federally-funded research study conducted at Thresholds with the University of Michigan. IPS — an evidence-based model of supported employment — focuses on assessment, rapid job […]
With the need for treatment at an all-time high, Thresholds applauds Governor Pritzker for committing to an additional $140 million to meet the behavioral health needs of communities across Illinois in his proposed budget today, as well as $40 million for innovation. We stand with Governor Pritzker, as we do with House Majority Leader Greg […]
[ILLINOIS] – Today, the Illinois Harm Reduction & Recovery Coalition (IHRRC) is announcing its formal coalition launch and official website in response to the rising number of overdose deaths in Illinois and across the country. Drug overdose death rates in the United States are at their highest point in history. In 2020, Illinois lost nearly […]
A message from Dee Atkins As our country prepares to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., I reflect on his legacy with immense gratitude for his service and commitment to civil rights and racial justice. Since I started my new role here three months ago, Thresholds staff have shown both incredible welcome, and a sincere […]
