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Allendale’s Community Support Services Program (CSSP) Continues Making an Impact
Since its launch in January 2022, Allendale’s Community Support Services Program (CSSP) has been a beacon of hope for youth and families navigating the challenges of mental and behavioral health.…
Allendale Women’s Board Brings Aspen Magic to Lake Forest
This February, the Allendale Women’s Board turned up the heat and brought the glitz of the Colorado Rockies to Lake Forest with their inaugural Après Ski | Aspen event—and what…
A Path to Healing: Announcing Allendale’s New Healing Labyrinth
We are thrilled to announce the opening of Allendale’s new Healing Labyrinth—a serene and transformative space designed to foster healing, reflection, and personal growth for our students and staff. This…
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Seasons at Allendale – Annual Fund Drive!
Your continued generosity of spirit and substance is what sustains us. Whether your donation is for essential school supplies that will enable our teachers to take their students’ minds where…
“Hope for the Holidays” Event!
Thank you to everyone who supported our Wine Tasting Event on Nov. 6th! If you missed it, don’t worry! You can still purchase…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
As we continue to closely monitor the rapidly evolving developments in response to COVID-19, and following the guidance from local and state health officials, Allendale is prepared to navigate…
Help kids cope with changes brought on by pandemic
No school. No day care. No playdates with friends. The COVID-19 crisis has turned our children’s lives upside down, while stoking fear and sparking a range of reactions. Many parents…
How You Can Handle Family Power Struggles
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – August 10, 2020 With summer in full swing and schools setting learning models for the…
Allendale Celebrates Pride Month
Supporting LGBTQI+ Youth in Their Identity Formation Article by: Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Allendale Director of Outpatient & Clinical Services Pride month can bring up many different reactions and questions about…
How to Know When Kids Could Use a Therapist’s Help
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – June 8, 2020 It’s been a long couple of months. In many families, parents and…
Helping Kids Handle Anger, Frustration With the Covid-19 Shutdown
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – May 23, 2020 As Illinois’ stay-at-home order persists and summer plans look different than usual,…
Help Kids Cope with Covid-19 Changes
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – May 2, 2020 No school. No daycare. No playdates with friends. The COVID-19 crisis has…