More than 150 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who currently work at Pioneer Industries, a sheltered workshop at Pioneer Center for Human Services, will be afforded the opportunity to more effectively achieve their full potential through Pioneer Center’s new community-based programming. Pioneer Center announced Thursday that they will be closing Pioneer Industries on December…
“Recovery: The Journey to Health & Wellness-Tools for Recovery” conference will take place on Friday, September 18 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at McHenry County College Conference Center, 8900 US HWY 14, Crystal Lake. People who have mental health concerns, family members, professionals and community members are all encouraged to attend this fifth annual…
The McHenry County Mental Health Board, in collaboration with the Special Education District of McHenry County, is hosting a Behavioral Health Resource Fair. It is an opportunity for school professionals to meet with local behavioral health providers to learn about the array of services available in the community, find out how best to access services…
Pioneer Center for Human Services is hosting a forum to educate McHenry County residents and business how they can become involved in community inclusion—a service delivery model that is changing the landscape of behavioral health services in McHenry County. Scheduled for Thursday, August 13 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, the forum is open to…
Pioneer Center enters an exciting era of change as Jackie Wells takes hold of the reins as the organization’s new President and CEO. Jackie has been involved in the field of human services for more than 17 years and has experience in intellectual and developmental disability and behavioral health programming as well as being well-versed…
Registration is now open for the 9th Annual Pioneer Motorcycle Ride taking place on Saturday, August 8. This year’s ride starts and ends at McHenry Harley-Davidson, 1903 W. Route 120 in McHenry. The cost to participate is $25 per rider or $30 with a passenger and includes a BBQ lunch. Onsite registration begins at 9:00…
Tickets are now available for the 5th annual Moonlight & Music, presented by Pioneer Center for Human Services. Set for June 19 at the Crystal Lake Country Club, this annual “Ravinia-like” open air concert features live entertainment, gourmet food, and themed raffle prizes. Funds raised benefit Pioneer Center and its programs. “This is a wonderful…
This year’s SleepOut for Shelter has so far raised over $180,000 and the donations are still coming in. The outpouring of support was inspired by a generous 2-to-1 match, up to $100,000, provided by the McHenry County Community Foundation. “To play a part in inspiring the community to come together and support an organization such…
STAR, which stands for Sharing Time and Resources, is a charitable, not-for-profit organization based in Wauconda, IL, that is hosting its 2nd Annual Tee Up 4 Charity Golf Outing on Friday, June 26, at Prairie Isle Golf Club, 2216 Il Route 176 in Crystal Lake, IL. Proceeds from the golf outing will benefit Pioneer Center…
Cycling For Kids, Inc. (CFK), a charity organization and sports club, recently donated $1,000 to Pioneer Center for Human Services. The $1,000 came from funds raised by CFK’s Blue Ribbon Ride. The generous donation is in support of Pioneer Center’s Animal, Arts and Adventure Program. Pioneer Center’s Animal, Arts and Adventure Program (also known as…
