The impact of mental health and substance use disorders is apparent in our local community, over 700,000 people in the Chicago metropolitan are affected by these conditions. Through Recovery Month, people become more aware and able to recognize the signs of mental health and substance use disorders and encourages people in need of recovery services to seek help. Managing the effects of these conditions helps individuals achieve healthy lifestyles, both physically and emotionally.

On September 20, HC3 will host a conversation with local leadership focused on the opportunities and role of recovery in the Chicago health care ecosystem. Co-hosted by HC3 founding member Third Horizon Strategies and Illinois Association For Behavioral Health, this event will highlight the intersection of addiction and recovery with health care by lowering barriers to recovery support, creating inclusive spaces and programs, and broadening our understanding of what recovery means for people with different experiences.

Remarks:

Jud DeLoss, CEO, Illinois Association For Behavioral Health

Co-Moderators:

Sara Howe, Director, Third Horizon Strategies

Greg Williams, Managing Director, Third Horizon Strategies

Panelists:

Tom Britton, DrPH CCS ACS LPC LCA, President and CEO, Gateway Foundation

Dennis Deer LCPC, CRC, Cook County Commissioner 2nd District

Dan Lustig, Psy.D, CAADC, CODPII, President and CEO, Haymarket Center

Maureen McDonnell, MPH, Executive Director, Peer Services

Dora D. Wright, Founder and CEO, Chicago Recovering Communities Coalition

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HC3 is an initiative of MATTER and Third Horizon Strategies.

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Questions? Contact Meghan@HC3.Health