BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES: LEADING SERVICES WITH HEART AND VISION Simone Hawkins, Administrator of Applied Behavioral Services: When Simone Hawkins graduated from high school, one thing stood out: many of her peers lacked critical life skills and stability. Chronic tardiness,...
TURNING CHALLENGES INTO SWEET SUCCESS Tasia Finds Fulfillment at Edible Arrangements: The retail center of Homewood, includes a solid brick building outfitted with a cheerful red-lettered sign: Edible Arrangements. The massive windows reveal artful light fixtures, a spacious counter,...
MOVING THROUGH TRAUMA TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS Learn how Skopiotis’ journey at CMHC changed his life: At Sertoma Star Services, our mission is deeply rooted in empowering individuals to achieve personal success — whatever that looks like for them. We...
If the government shutdown continues, individuals and families who rely on SNAP (food stamps) and WIC may not receive their full benefits starting November 1, 2025. We know this could impact many of the people we serve — and...
Sertoma Star Services Parents and Guardians are invited to join us for an evening of fellowship, dinner, and program updates. We are hosting our annual Families United Meeting on Thursday, November 12, at 6:00 p.m. This event will take place at...
Sertoma Star Services is proud to be one of the 18 benefiting charities! Save the date for First Look for Charity, a black-tie event hosted by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association. Held the day before the Chicago Auto Show opens to the...
On this Sertoma Star Services first annual Day of Giving — a dedicated day of support —you can change the life of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness. If you have questions or would like information...
Training for adults supporting adolescents ages 12-18 Sertoma Star Services has partnered with the Village of New Lenox and its Safe Community Coalition to offer a FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Class (Youth Version – for Adults) on Tuesday, October 7, from 8:30...
Sertoma Star Services held its annual ‘Fore’ the Future Golf Outing on September 15 at the beautiful Idlewild Country Club. This event provided an opportunity to enjoy a round of golf at one of the best private country clubs...
The Honorable Donna Miller, Cook County Commissioner of the 6th District, visited Sertoma Star Services recently to present a resolution in honor of National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month in Cook County. The Board of Commissioners chose Sertoma Star...