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Estamos trabajando para asegurar que todas las personas tengan igualdad de acceso al cuidado que necesitan, cuando lo necesitan. En ocasiones, el cuidado se proporciona ofreciendo información. El objetivo de este blog es ayudarte a encontrar consejos sobre la salud, respuestas a tus preguntas referentes a la salud mental, consejos para padres, nuestra perspectiva sobre temas sociales, y más.

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What I Learned as A Buddy’s Place Volunteer

At Buddy’s Place, I’ve seen how even small moments of connection can help families navigate grief and find comfort together.

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PCH Earns National Recognition for Quality of Care

Pillars Community Health has earned two national awards from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for 2025, recognizing our success in expanding access to care and using technology to improve patient outcomes. These honors highlight our commitment to delivering compassionate, whole-person care across the community.

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The History of Buddy’s Place

Buddy’s Place, a program of Pillars Community Health (PCH), provides grief support for youth ages 4–18 and their caregivers. Families can take part in monthly gatherings, eight-week support group sessions, and special events designed to help them navigate loss with care and community.

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Substance Use Recovery Is Complicated — and Worth It

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), recovery is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential. SAMHSA also reports that more than 50 million Americans consider themselves in recovery from mental health challenges or substance use.

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What Help Is Available if You’re Experiencing Suicidal Thoughts?

September is National Suicide Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, share resources, and encourage open conversations about suicide. According to the CDC, suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States. In 2023, 12.8 million people reported seriously thinking about suicide. With numbers this high, it’s important to know that help is available. Pillars Community Health (PCH) provides suicide prevention support and behavioral health services in western Cook County and surrounding communities.

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Buddy’s Place Marks 25 Years, Launches Campaign to Support Grieving Children

Countryside, IL – September 2025 – One in 11 children in the U.S. will experience the death of a parent or sibling before age 18 (Judi’s House/JAG Institute, 2025). For 25 years, Buddy’s Place, a program of Pillars Community Health, has provided a lifeline for grieving children, teens, and their families by offering free support groups and events year-round. Now, as it celebrates its 25th anniversary, Buddy’s Place is calling on the community to help sustain and expand these vital services.

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Making Sense of Benefits and Insurance at Pillars Community Health

Trying to figure out health insurance can feel overwhelming. Between paperwork, terms like “deductibles” and “co-pays,” and wondering if you even qualify for coverage, it’s easy to get discouraged. That’s where Pillars Community Health’s (PCH) Benefits and Enrollment team steps in.

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Why Your Child May Be Anxious About Going Back to School and What You Can Do To Help

Summer can be a welcome break—but it can also make returning to school feel overwhelming for some children. Whether it’s the shift back into routines, being away from parents or caregivers, starting at a new school, maintaining friendships, or academic pressures, your child may feel anxious about the transition.

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National Health Center Week 2025: Honoring the Past, Strengthening the Present, and Building the Future

At Pillars Community Health, we believe health care is more than just treating illness—it’s about empowering individuals through compassionate, whole-person care. That’s why we’re proud to join community health centers across the country in celebrating National Health Center Week (August 3–9, 2025).

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