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Brutal beatings, abuse plague Illinois’ state-run Choate …

(9 days ago) WebBrutal beatings, abuse plague state-run mental health facility, investigation reveals Consequences are few as reports of heinous abuse continue at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in

https://chicago.suntimes.com/2022/9/3/23334982/choate-mental-health-developmental-center-blaine-reichard-illinois-department-human-services

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Reports Reveal More Abuse and Cover-Ups at Choate …

(4 days ago) WebThe eight reports, obtained last month under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, provide new evidence of an ongoing crisis at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center, which has been the

https://www.propublica.org/article/illinois-choate-mental-health-new-abuse

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Choate Mental Health Center’s History of Abuse Allegations

(8 days ago) WebIDHS’ inspector general recommended the installation of cameras in the course of 21 investigations into abuse and neglect allegations at Choate between fiscal years 2015 and 2021, according to a

https://www.propublica.org/article/illinois-choate-mental-health-abuse-history

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Choate director replaced as new report says abuse at the facility …

(7 days ago) WebThe embattled Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in far southern Illinois has a new leader, after months of criticism and investigation into patient abuse and poor care at the facility. A Capitol News Illinois and ProPublica report details the shakeup at Choate, located in Union County. Stephany Hoehner (HAY-ner) has replaced …

https://www.nprillinois.org/illinois/2023-08-16/choate-director-replaced-as-new-report-says-abuse-at-the-facility-hasnt-stopped

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State leaves 3 administrators in charge at Choate despite troubled

(9 days ago) WebThe patient was nonverbal and had the mental capacity of an infant. Bradley Cross, a former mental health tech at Choate, is now seeking to withdraw that guilty plea, an effort that is still pending. In his motion filed in Union County court, Cross said the misdemeanor conviction had cost him a $60,000-per-year state job and thousands in …

https://www.nprillinois.org/illinois/2023-07-11/state-leaves-3-administrators-in-charge-at-choate-despite-troubled-history-of-resident-care

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State Week: Abuse inside a state-run mental health center

(4 days ago) WebA new investigative collaboration between Capitol News Illinois, Lee Enterprises Midwest and ProPublica has found hundreds of reports of abuse inside the Choate Mental Health and Development Center in Anna, Illinois.. For years, this abuse has gone unreported — and Choate employees have rarely been held responsible for the …

https://www.nprillinois.org/illinois/2022-09-09/state-week-abuse-inside-a-state-run-mental-health-center

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Illinois to relocate half of Choate Mental Health Center residents

(Just Now) WebIllinois to relocate at least half of residents in facility plagued by abuse and cover-ups. The Illinois Department of Human Services will give residents of the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center, in southern Illinois, two to three years to move, the agency’s leader said. The Illinois Department of Human Services plans to

https://www.stlpr.org/health-science-environment/2023-03-08/illinois-to-relocate-at-least-half-of-residents-in-facility-plagued-by-abuse-and-cover-ups

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Choate mental health center abuse investigation leads …

(5 days ago) WebThe report cited the beating by Choate’s staff of a patient with a developmental disability in December 2014. Four mental health technicians were charged with felonies in connection to the beating.

https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/6/15/23762273/choate-mental-health-patient-abuse-penalties-illinois-law

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Unsealed documents reveal depths of abuse at Illinois clinic

(Just Now) WebThe eight reports, obtained last month under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, provide new evidence of an ongoing crisis at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center, which has been the

https://www.wqad.com/article/news/crime/choate-mental-health-center-abuse-allegations-anna-illinois/526-24c09014-010d-47fc-b31c-d13e6db2c119

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Report Finds 'code of silence' at mental health facility where staff

(3 days ago) WebBeth has worked in journalism for 25 years starting out as an intern at KMOX radio. In 2023, Beth won her second Robert F. Kennedy journalism award with her reporting partner, Molly Parker, who joined the CNI team earlier this year for their reporting on abuse at the state-run Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna.

https://capitolnewsillinois.com/news/report-finds-code-of-silence-at-mental-health-facility-where-staff-abused-and-neglected-patients

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Problems at Choate extend to other developmental centers in …

(7 days ago) WebThis year, Illinois officials announced what seemed like a solution to the outcry over abuse and cover-ups at a state-run developmental center: Downsize the facility and move about half the residents elsewhere.Some of the roughly 120 relocated residents of the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center would receive care in community …

https://www.stlpr.org/health-science-environment/2023-07-11/abuse-neglect-and-cover-ups-at-choate-extend-to-other-developmental-centers-in-illinois

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Gov. Pritzker talks about the future of the Choate Mental Health …

(8 days ago) WebChoate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna. Governor JB Pritzker is again threatening to close the troubled Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna. Multiple news investigations have found numerous instances of abuse and improper care of mentally ill and developmentally disabled …

https://www.wsiu.org/state-of-illinois/2023-02-16/gov-pritzker-talks-about-the-future-of-the-choate-mental-health-and-developmental-center

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911 Call Reveals Abuse at Choate — ProPublica

(Just Now) WebChilling Audio Provides Rare Glimpse Into Abuse at Troubled Illinois Residential Facility. No one was charged when staff were caught on a 911 tape threatening violence against a Choate Mental

https://www.propublica.org/article/illinois-choate-mental-health-abuse-911-staff

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Choate Mental Health Center replaces director Anna

(Just Now) WebChoate director replaced as new report says abuse at the facility hasn’t stopped. The Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center is seen here on Aug. 26, 2022, in Anna. The Illinois

https://thesouthern.com/news/local/communities/anna/choate-mental-health-replaces-director/article_6f08cc1a-3c57-11ee-85fb-0bd2c81e72f6.html

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Choate Director Replaced as New Report Says Abuse at the Facility …

(3 days ago) WebDavis began at Choate as a social worker in 2000. He became facility director in 2014, responsible for staffing decisions, employee evaluations, responding to critical incidents and discipline for both the mental health and developmental disability divisions at Choate, according to job descriptions. Davis received an annual salary of …

https://news.wttw.com/2023/08/16/choate-director-replaced-new-report-says-abuse-facility-hasn-t-stopped

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Authorities searching for Choate resident who walked away from …

(6 days ago) WebUNION COUNTY The Union County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a male resident who walked away from the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna over the weekend. According to a post on the sheriff’s office Facebook page, the resident was last seen on Young Avenue traveling west on foot toward Green Street in …

https://www.wmix94.com/2024/05/20/authorities-searching-for-choate-resident-who-walked-away-from-facility/

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Problems with abuse, neglect and cover-ups at Choate extend to …

(9 days ago) WebThis year, Illinois officials announced what seemed like a solution to the outcry over abuse and cover-ups at a state-run developmental center: Downsize the facility and move about half the residents elsewhere. Some of the roughly 120 relocated residents of the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center would receive care in community …

https://www.nprillinois.org/illinois/2023-07-11/problems-with-abuse-neglect-and-cover-ups-at-choate-extend-to-other-developmental-centers-in-illinois

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Gov. Pritzker announces plans to move residents, improve Choate …

(9 days ago) WebPublished: Mar. 8, 2023 at 10:40 AM CSTUpdated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 10:04 PM CST. ANNA, Ill. (KFVS) - Changes are coming to Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in southern Illinois

https://www.kfvs12.com/2023/03/08/gov-pritzker-announces-plans-move-residents-improve-choate-mental-health-center-anna/

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Sheriff: Missing patient from Choate Mental Health last seen

(7 days ago) WebANNA, Ill. (KFVS) - The Union County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to keep their vehicles and homes locked because of a missing Choate Mental Health patient. According to the sheriff’s

https://www.kfvs12.com/2024/05/20/search-underway-missing-choate-mental-health-patient/

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Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders Medicare

(Just Now) WebMedicare covers certain screenings, services, and programs that aid in the treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, the free and confidential Suicide Crisis Lifeline. You can call and speak with a trained crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days

https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/mental-health-substance-use-disorder

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About Adverse Childhood Experiences Adverse Childhood …

(1 days ago) WebAdverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood (0-17 years). Examples include: 1. Experiencing violence, abuse, or neglect. Witnessing violence in the home or community. Having a …

https://www.cdc.gov/aces/about/index.html

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Problems With Abuse, Cover-Ups at Choate Extend Statewide

(Just Now) WebProblems With Abuse, Neglect and Cover-Ups at Choate Extend to Other Developmental Centers in Illinois Some of the roughly 120 relocated residents of the Choate Mental Health and Developmental

https://www.propublica.org/article/abuse-neglect-cover-ups-choate-extends-through-illinois

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To protect new mothers, a federal panel prescribes mental health …

(2 days ago) WebPerinatal depression affects as many as 20% of women in the United States during pregnancy, the postpartum period, or both, according to studies. In some states, anxiety or depression afflicts

https://www.nbcnews.com/health/womens-health/protect-new-mothers-federal-panel-prescribes-mental-health-support-rcna152413

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Surprise, unanswered questions after state announces changes at …

(7 days ago) WebFamilies of patients at Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center, along with workers and community leaders, reacted with concern after the state’s announcement this week that it plans to relocate more than 120 residents from the troubled state-run facility in southern Illinois. Rita Burke, whose 53-year-old son has lived at …

https://www.nprillinois.org/illinois/2023-03-09/surprise-unanswered-questions-after-state-announces-changes-at-choate

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Cannabis Tip Sheets Series National Center on Substance Abuse …

(Just Now) WebTo find treatment facilities confidentially, 24/7, please call 1-800-662-4357 (HELP). To locate general treatment services, visit the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Treatment Locator online or call 1-800-662-4357 (HELP).This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community …

https://ncsacw.acf.hhs.gov/topics/pregnancy/cannabis-series/

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Audio glimpse into abuse at Choate Mental Health and …

(6 days ago) WebAt one point the victim — who was later identified as a 22-year-old resident of the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center — said “I don’t like you.”. “I don’t give a shit

https://www.chicagobusiness.com/politics/audio-glimpse-abuse-choate-mental-health-and-developmental-center

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Cape Girardeau Mayor responds to shooting during Cape Central …

(5 days ago) WebCAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - The Mayor of Cape Girardeau responds following a shooting that took place during the 2024 Cape Central High School graduation ceremony. At 2:23 p.m. on Sunday, May 19

https://www.kfvs12.com/2024/05/20/cape-girardeau-mayor-responds-shooting-during-cape-central-high-school-graduation-ceremony/

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Maternal Mental Health

(8 days ago) WebThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the release of a national strategy today, with recommendations developed by the Task Force on Maternal Mental Health, a subcommittee of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Advisory Committee for Women’s Services, to …

https://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/press-announcements/20240514/maternal-mental-health-task-force-national-strategy-improve-maternal-mental-health-care

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Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signs Mental Health Reform Law - KCRG

(4 days ago) WebIowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a law Wednesday to overhaul Iowa’s mental health system to include substance abuse and consolidate the mental health regions from 32 to 7 districts.

https://www.kcrg.com/2024/05/15/live-gov-reynolds-sign-mental-health-bill/

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Illinois to relocate at least half of current residents at Choate

(3 days ago) WebThe Illinois Department of Human Services will give residents of the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center, in southern Illinois, two to three years to move, the agency’s leader said. This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with Lee Enterprises , along with Capitol News Illinois .

https://www.nprillinois.org/illinois/2023-03-08/illinois-to-relocate-at-least-half-of-current-residents-at-choate

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