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Supporting Youth Experiencing Homelessness
In a brand-new partnership with the IL Department of Human Services and the Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Family’s Basic Center Program, Allendale marked the one-year…
Read MoreGivingTuesday – Triple Your Impact!
As we approach the season of gratitude and reflection, surrounded by family and friends, we’re reminded of the incredible support we’ve received for over 125 years. Allendale is fortunate to…
Read MoreAllendale Teams “Dare to Lead”
Allendale is dedicated to cultivating, preparing and developing a diverse and engaged workforce committed to excellence and innovation. In fact, it’s been a part of who we are and our…
Read MorePathways to a Hope-filled Future
At Allendale, we strive to provide youth and families with the tools they need to build a foundation for growth, hope and healing – setting them upon a path of…
Read MoreBuilding a Committed, Connected Community
Volunteers are an essential component to supporting the work of any nonprofit agency. Allendale is so fortunate and grateful to have some of the most engaged, compassionate, and generous volunteers…
Read MoreMental Health is Health
Mental Health Awareness Month may have come to a close, but we continue to be reminded that our emotional, psychological, and social health are all components of our overall well-being;…
Read MoreMore Than a School Project: Empowering Students to Get Involved
Last semester, Ms. Sue’s class started a career research project. One student, Kyle, chose to research his passion rather than a specific career – stopping climate change. As a part of the…
Read MoreCommunity Support Services Program’s First Anniversary: Connecting Families & Community
One Year In and Going Strong! Allendale celebrated the one-year anniversary of our Community Support Services Program (CSSP), which launched in January 2022 in order to better respond to families…
Read MoreIn Memory of Board Member, Jodie Nedeau
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Allendale Board Member, Jodie L. Nedeau. Jodie was a member of the Allendale Shelter Club for many years serving…
Read MoreHelp! It’s the Holidays!
Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Allendale’s Senior Director of Clinical and Outpatient Services, shares some ideas and suggestions for coping with holiday stress. “Often during the holidays, we tend to focus on…
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