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Busey & First Community: A partnership for success SUBMITTED REPORT

When it comes to partnerships, an ideal pairing is made possible by shared values and beliefs. Case in point: Busey Bank, headquartered in Champaign, Illinois, and First Community Financial Bank, with locations throughout Will, Grundy and DuPage Counties.

The two strong, local community banks with Midwestern roots partnered together last year. Today, Busey and First Community are growing forward, together – continuing a shared commitment to providing premier customer service, building and maintaining strong relationships and bridging the needs of communities.

“With a shared vision of service excellence, Busey and First Community’s combination of exceptional service and expanded capabilities will not be matched,” said Steve Randich, executive vice president and commercial market president for Busey Bank in Joliet.

Whether buying a home, opening a business or saving for college, retirement and beyond, no matter the dream, strength is in the numbers of Busey and First Community.

“Customers are served by a passionate, committed and dedicated team of more than 1,300 combined associates at more than 60 banking centers, including 44 conveniently located throughout Illinois – from Joliet and Coal City to Champaign, Decatur and beyond,” said Randich.

Busey also has branches in St. Louis, Indianapolis and Florida, as well as more than 25,000 surcharge-free MoneyPass ATMs across the country.

Beyond the many conveniently located banking centers, customers can bank anytime, anywhere through more than two dozen online and mobile banking services.

“Securely access your money whenever you want, wherever you are through an innovative suite of online and mobile banking services, including Busey ebank and the Busey Mobile App,” said Sam Gersman, vice president and branch manager for Busey Bank in Joliet.

Additional capabilities through the Busey and First Community part-

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Busey Bank officers include (front row, left to right) Steve Randich, Debbie Durando, Cheryl Bechard and Sam Gersman; (middle row, left to right) Mike Delude, Mark Griglione and Joanne Papesh; (back row, left to right) Mike Nolan, Christopher Ramirez, Brian Wielbik, Harry McSteen and Steve Laken. nership include expanded commercial banking offerings, from larger lending limits to added expertise.

“Through our participation in a wide variety of specialized programs, we are able to tailor lending packages to the unique situation of any organization—from small business owners and entrepreneurs to large operations,” said Randich. “Regardless of size, credit decisions are made quickly by a local, trusted partner.”

From commercial banking to wealth management, customers benefit from unparalleled expertise in asset management and estate and retirement planning.

“Whether you want to retire,

spend more time traveling, save for a child’s or grandchild’s education or leave a lasting legacy, Busey Wealth Management’s experts are committed to making your money work hard for you,” said Mark Griglione, vice president and private client manager with Busey Wealth Management.

At Busey, it’s more than doing business but doing good, including preparing today’s youth for tomorrow’s financial responsibility.

Through Busey’s MoneySmart Youth program, children ages 5- to 10 can learn how money is used, earned, saved and taxed through complimentary video lessons and interactive worksheets on busey.com.

Financial resources for all ages can be found in the Resource Center of Busey’s website – featuring expert insight articles, financial calculators, podcasts and more.

Educating the community is just one of the many charitable endeavors of Busey and First Community. Both organizations support the arts, advocate for youth and help neighbors in need as evident of the nearly 20,000 hours volunteered last year alone and more than $1 million donated annually.

In April, First Community associates will partner with Team Busey to volunteer during Community Promise Month – Busey’s month-long ini-

tiative that coincides with National Volunteer Month. Since the inception of Community Promise Month in 2012, Busey associates have volunteered an impressive 10,000 hours.

Busey and First Community are true partners for purpose and progress – growing forward, together and building upon the history of service excellence of both organizations.

To learn more about this partnership, including the expanded expertise and solutions to your personal, business and wealth management needs, visit any one of Busey’s many convenient locations, visit busey.com or call 815-725-0123 to speak with a local banker today.

Same Great Team.

Same Service Excellence.

Busey has your backing.

Since we first opened our doors, we’ve reinvested in our communities one project at a time. From financial guidance and support to energetic volunteers and committed leaders, we’re committed to improving the quality of life in the communities we serve.

Busey. Your Dream. Our Promise.

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Green Glen Nursery thanks retail customers

By JEANNE MILLSAP Shaw Media correspondent

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Board and staff at the Brisbin Road grand opening in 2012.

The Grundy Economic Development Council celebrating 25th anniversary quality education and other public services. Maintain and attract jobs which will permit and encourage young people to remain here. Retention of current employment opportunities whereby citizens can support their families. Preserve and enhance the quality of life for citizens.

Tax base and job creation Grundy County continues to enjoy a diverse tax base that spreads the burden among industrial, commercial and residential tax payers for the benefit of all.

The largest single, new industrial investment since 1993 is Aux Sable Liquid Products, one of the largest natural gas fractionation facilities in the nation. Located along Route 6, the neighboring industries such as Lyondell and Akzo also continue to grow and provide some of the best paying jobs in Grundy County. In fact, the county has a 20-times higher concentration of chemical processors jobs than the nation.

Thanks also to the energy industry and Exelon specifically, Grundy County has a heavy concentration of utility/energy jobs which support local families while Exelon continues to be the largest property tax payer in the county.

Grundy County continues to enjoy a robust health care industry, led by Morris Hospital, the largest employer.

By NANCY NORTON President & CEO, Grundy Economic Development Council In 1993, Grundy County’s unemployment rate was 14 percent and the economy was struggling. From these challenges, the Grundy Economic Development Council (GEDC) was born. This year the GEDC is celebrating its 25th anniversary of successful economic development in Grundy County. Thanks to the leadership from the Grundy Chamber, business and elected officials recognized the need for a focused economic development initiative. Today, the GEDC is a strong, effective organization recognized for its accomplishments in retaining and attracting business, encouraging investment, and creating jobs.

In its beginning, the GEDC was a division of the Grundy Chamber of Commerce and started with an $18,000 loan and aggressive fundraising by community leaders. By 2003, the GEDC had grown in size and responsibility and become its own stand alone organization. Grundy County has experienced significant residential, commercial and industrial growth since 1993.

The main mission adopted 25 years ago is still true today.

Maintain and improve the tax base as a means to insure

Just since 2008, health care jobs have grown over 16 percent and the projection for job growth is positive into the future. The hospital and the supporting health care industries not only provide excellent jobs for the region but also greatly contribute to Grundy County’s quality of life.

New in the last 15 to 20 years are the logistics facilities located in Grundy County with a special concentration along Interstate 80. Grundy County has 14.3 million square feet of transportation and logistics buildings with a record low vacancy rate of 1.4 percent. At least 50 percent of our largest property tax payers are from logistics facilities. As the market matures, Grundy County is pleased to see Costco, a company that started with a logistics building, construct its new state-of-the-art meat processing facility. Creating a positive business climate in our communities encourages additional growth by existing and new companies alike.

Now, 25 years later, the GEDC is fulfilling the work began so many years ago by a group of dedicated, civic minded volunteers. Unemployment is at historic lows and over a billion dollars of new investment has come into the county. The future looks bright for Grundy County communities and its citizens.

Green Glen Nursery, Inc., has grown from its 20 acres in New Lenox to more than 500 acres in the Manhattan-Elwood area since its beginning 50 years ago, and its focus is now changing from retail to wholesale.

The retail side of the nursery closed in the fall, and Green Glen is now doing wholesale business only.

Amanda Ooykaas, who is part of the family-run business with her two younger brothers and father Dick Ooykaas, was on the retail side of the nursery for several years.

“Ever since I could drive a car,” she said.

The family told their customers last spring that they would be closing the retail part of the nursery the following year.

“We were spread a little thin,” Ooykaas said, “with all of us all over the place.”

Their new office in Man-

hattan is right on the farm, from where they will be selling their plants to landscapers, villages, municipalities, farm centers and other operations.

The family-run business is in its third generation, beginning with father and son, Dick, Sr. and Dick, and is and now owned and operated by Dick Ooykaas.

For 50 years, the nursery sold a large variety of trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials, along with hard goods and everything else its customers needed to beautify their corners of the world.

“People liked coming in for our bedding plants for sure,” Ooykaas said, “and our mixed planters. And we had a huge perennial selection. We were known for quality and plants that were grown in the area, and that’s something that is important to people.

They’re grown here in Will County, so they’ve already gotten a good start.”

Now, Green Glen Nursery will sell those products

wholesale to commercial operations only.

“We have everything,” she said. “We have a tree nursery, we have container shrubs and field-grown shrubs, and we also do perennials and bedding plants, as well.”

The nursery’s John Jecha, the garden center manager, and Trish Fitzpatrick, the greenhouse manager, who have 30 and 20 years of experience at the nursery, respectively, will continue at Green Glen.

“We had customers who would come in to see them specifically,” Ooykaas said.

Ooykaas said she and her family and the nursery’s staff want to thank their customers.

“Thank you for 40 years of retail,” she said. “It’s much appreciated.”

Homeowners may still find the nursery’s healthy and beautiful varieties of plants through local landscapers.

“You can call a landscaper and ask if their plant material is from Green Glen,” she said.

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Jason (from left), Pat, Dick, Amanda and DJ Ooykaas at the Elwood farm.

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Brisbin Road grand opening in 2012.

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Great Chef’s Tasting was a great success SUBMITTED REPORT

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The Joliet ReStore has a unique selection of vintage furniture and decor.

Will County’s Habitat for Humanity has much to celebrate SUBMITTED REPORT Will County’s Habitat for Humanity has much to celebrate this past year. Habitat broke ground on a home in Crest Hill, launched a home repair service, and partnered with Will County and Will County Center for Community Concerns on the Fairmont Project to continue Neighborhood Revitalization. This would not have happened without the support of the ReStore.

Located at 1395 N. Larkin Ave. in Joliet, the Joliet ReStore is a non-profit home improvement store and donation center that sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, decor, flooring, lighting, antiques, building material and more at a fraction of the retail price. Will County’s ReStore is supported by home owners and businesses such as Wayfair, La Z boy, the Room Place and Costco, to name a few, who donate regularly to the store. Because of these generous donors, the ReStore resembles an outlet store at times more than a resale shop. However, you can always find great treasures at the store. The do-

nors receive a tax write off, and the profit from the store supports Habitat for Humanity’s mission to build homes for lower income families in Will County.

“It’s fun to help college students find furniture for their first apartment, aid families who have lost a loved one with furniture left behind, and work beside retired volunteers who have found a family at our store.

We truly love our volunteers and always welcome new ones,” said ReStore Manager Heidi Serena.

The ReStore will host its third annual “Homes for the Hounds” event on Saturday, September. 8, where businesses, schools, nonprofits and more form teams and build dog houses with creative themes. Come visit the Joliet ReStore, and find out why they were voted “Best Antique/Resale Shop” in Will County in 2017.

Will County Habitat for Humanity joins the other Chicagoland affiliates to bring Habitat’s National Women Build Week to Will County. It is a nationwide innovative initiative of its Women Build Program developed in partnership with Lowe’s. Lowe’s

helped launch national Women Build Week in 2008, and each year provides the support of Lowe’s Heroes and conducts how-to clinics at stores to teach volunteers construction skills so they feel equipped and take part in the builds.

Locally, hundreds of women will come together through fundraising and volunteerism to create a lasting impact in our community. Gather your coworkers, friends and family together for a team building experience during your build day. It’s more than just building a home; it’s building a better future and a strong foundation for a family in our community.

Women will volunteer to raise funds through sponsorship and fundraising, and construct a home for a family in need May 5 to 13. The mission of Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build program is to recruit, educate and nurture women to build and advocate for simple, decent and affordable houses in their communities.

For more information, go to www. habitatwill.org.

The Center for Disability Services celebrated its 23rd annual Great Chef’s Tasting on Sunday, March 4, at the elegant Bolingbrook Golf Club. Special thank you to Presenting Sponsors: ExxonMobil and Kozol Bros Inc., Champagne, Crystal, Chocolate, Program and Benefit sponsors and continued stewards of the community for their continued support.

Nearly 400 of the “grooviest” people were in attendance. Caterers and Chefs from some of the best Southwest Chicagoland restaurants donated their time and cuisine to help raise funds and awareness for Center for Disability Services.

Adding to the excitement were the classiest ladies of Joliet’s WJOL,

Lynn, Mary and Natalie, and lets not forget the wit of emcee Larry Burch with the help of Steve Brandy to create the far out “That ‘70s Game Show” excitement. Guests could try their luck at one of the games or grab a bottle of wine with a key that would unlock a chest full of treasures.

There was a live and silent auction, a 50/50 raffle and a golden ticket. Proceeds from this event will allow the Center for Disability Services to continue their mission of providing the best quality of life in programs and services to children, adults and families impacted with the challenges of intellectual and developmental disabilities. For information about programs and more, visit www.cdsil.org or call 815-744-3500.

Joliet Jewish Congregation a local house of worship SUBMITTED REPORT The Joliet Jewish Congregation is a local house of worship for those of the Jewish faith, those who have Jewish relatives or friends, or those who wish to learn more about the Jewish faith or its practices.

The congregation serves reform, conservative, and even orthodox followers and is served by a delightful, open, passionate and caring Rabbi Charles Rubovits.

The congregation celebrates all

holidays and rituals, along with life style events, offers Hebrew and religious school for children, and is open and welcoming to all who enter its doors.

Established back in the 1920s, the congregation even has it’s own private cemetery and can offer the end-of-life rituals to those at that time.

Regular Friday evening services are observed along with all religious holidays.

Call the congregation office at 815-741-4600 for more information.

2018 Area Business Milestone Anniversaries Phillips Chevrolet Inc. 9700 W. Lincoln Hwy. Frankfort, Il. 60423

Busey Bank 2801 Black Rd Joliet, Il. 60435

Riverside Physical Therapy 105 S. First St. Wilmington, Il. 60481 Sandbox Preschool & Child Care 12030 W. 159th St. Homer Glen, Il. 60491

Cutting Edge Catering & Events 904 Cottage St. Shorewood, Il. 60404 D’s Carpet-Upholstery Cleaning Joliet, Il. 60435 E T Environmental Corp 19860 S La Grange Rd. Mokena, Il. 60448 Foster Andrew & Co. Inc. 480 Woodcreek Dr. Bolingbrook, Il. 60440

Lockport Steel Fabricator Inc. 3051 S. State St. Lockport, Il. 60441

Baron’s Designs 3 W. Jackson St. Joliet, Il. 60432 Borowski Race Enterprises 1545 Mound Rd. Rockdale, Il. 60436 Crown Services 1859 Black Rd. # 1 Joliet, Il. 60435 Green Glen Nursery Inc. 24900 S. Cherry Hill Rd. Elwood, Il. 60421 Illinois Valley Industries Inc. 1033 3rd Ave. Morris, Il. 60450

A Touch of Green Landscaping 12720 W. 159th St. Homer Glen, Il. 60491 A-Advantage Mason Restoration 2102 Culver Ct. Plainfield, Il. 60586

Grace Fellowship 11049 W La Porte Rd. Mokena, Il. 60448 Grundy Economic Development Council 112 E Washington St. # 1 Morris, Il. 60450 Harrah’s Casino of Joliet 151 N. Joliet St. Joliet, Il. 60432

Arc Insulation 29 Forestwood Ct. # 1 Romeoville, Il. 60446

METT Therapy Service Inc. 801 S Briggs St. Joliet, Il. 60433

Associated Surveying Group LLC 1 Palos Ct. Bolingbrook, Il. 60440

Next Door Self Storage 1906 Plainfield Rd. Crest Hill, Il. 60403

Budget Golf 1508 Essington Rd. Joliet, Il. 60435 Calvary Apostolic Church 16 Baker Cir. Romeoville, Il. 60446

Little Red Schoolhouse Inc. 713 Richmond St. Joliet, Il. 60435

CASA of Will County 3200 McDonough St. Joliet, Il. 60431

Operating Engineers Apprenticeship Local 150 19800 W. South Arsenal Rd. Wilmington, Il. 60481

City Utility Equipment 22414 W. 143rd St. Plainfield, Il. 60544

Price Tech Group 25150 W. Channon Dr. Channahon, Il. 60410 Pro Carpet 9850 W 190th St. Mokena, Il. 60448 Professional Mobile Power Wash Wilmington, Il. 60481

Pyramid Custom Cabinets 20713 Gaskin Dr. Lockport, Il. 60446 Rousculp’s Heating & Cooling 2551 Theodore St. Crest Hill, Il. 60403 Temple of Harmony 3400 Earl Dr. Joliet, Il. 60431 Vaughan Dance Academy 24116 W Lockport St. Plainfield, Il. 60544 Tire Tracks U.S.A. 142 Republic Ave. Joliet, Il. 60435 Walco Tool & Engineering 18954 Airport Rd. Romeoville, Il. 60446

Next Door Self Storage 25641 W. Wolfs Rd. Plainfield, Il. 60585 Pam’s Academy Of Dance 24805 S. Tryon St. Channahon, Il. 60410 & 1200 N. Division St. Morris, Il. 60450

Acme Vinyl Windows 1125 Plainfield Rd. Joliet. Il. 60435

Parkside Insulation Corp 1319 S. Schoolhouse Rd. New Lenox, Il. 60451

All Service Limousine 23900 W. Industrial Dr. S Plainfield, Il. 60585

Precision Engine Rebuilders 23807 W. Andrew Rd. # A Plainfield, Il. 60585

American Concrete 11S375 Jeans Rd. Lemont, Il. 60439

An English Garden Flowers & Gifts 11210 Front St. # 1st Floor Mokena, Il. 60448 Applied Proactive Technologies 9500 Bormet Dr. Mokena, Il. 60448

Joyce Hair Braiding 581 Sundance Dr. Bolingbrook, Il. 60440

K L A Schools Of Plainfield 12456 S. Van Dyke Rd. Plainfield, Il. 60585

Ardent Mediacomm 435 Melissa Cir. Romeoville, Il. 60446

Kallie Transportation Service Inc. 15806 Annico Dr. # 7 Homer Glen, Il. 60491

Axelent Inc. 14503 S. Gougar Rd. # 900 Lockport, Il. 60491

Kinneykusek Marketing Communications Plainfield, Il. 60585

Big Fish Grille 27425 S. Will Rd. Wilmington, Il. 60481

Mamma Onesti’s Italian Restaurant 1100 S. State St. Lockport, Il. 60441

Brookville Animal Hospital 764 S. Weber Rd. Bolingbrook, Il. 60490 Diamond Jacks 2290 E. Division St. Diamond, Il. 60416 Down Home Guitars 11 S White St. # 103 Frankfort, Il. 60423

Midwest Music Academy Inc. 16041 S. Lincoln Hwy. Plainfield, Il. 60586 Partners in Treatment Counseling 21016 S 80th Ave. Frankfort, Il. 60423

Eterna Medspa & Laser Vein Center 217 Vertin Blvd.

Shorewood, Il. 60404

Pastime Sports Academy Inc. 1919 Clearing Ct. New Lenox, Il. 60451

Firepenny 8940 W. 192nd St. # I Mokena, Il. 60448

Pots & Paints 11226 Lincoln Hwy. Mokena, Il. 60448

Heartland Green Industries LLC 13159 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen, Il. 60491

Sage Salon 19062 Henry Dr. Mokena, Il. 60448

Home Access Services 135 Industry Ave. Frankfort, Il. 60423

Taylor Development 19203 85th Ct. Mokena, Il. 60448

Ideal Custom Designs Inc. 20960 S. Frankfort Square Rd. Frankfort, Il. 60423

TheraCORE Inc. 16622 W. 159th St. # 503 Lockport, Il. 60441

J’s Repair & Performance 10117 S. Bode St. # B Plainfield, Il. 60585

Ultimate Rides 38 W Division St. Coal City, Il. 60416

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Passion, dedication to comfort those who are disabled or sick

By ALLISON SELK Shaw Media correspondent It’s with passion, dedication and the desire to comfort those who are disabled, ill or terminally sick that non-profit Team Make a Difference will undergo its ninth home makeover in early June.

The recipients of this makeover offer a challenge to the volunteer group as it’s the first set of conjoined twins the group has served. A family who lives in the TMaD service area of Will and Grundy Counties will open its doors to the TMaD crew in order to make life more comfortable for the teen girls.

“I just can’t imagine the struggles for the family,” TMaD founder Audra Crowther said. “There is just something special about this family and they have struggled so much.”

Crowther said the family has agreed to the makeover, but many details still have to be ironed out before the June launch date. The girls and siblings could use furniture, and the twins’ furniture will need to be custom made to accommodate their situation.

Crowther, of Morris, began TMaD in 2013 with a vision to renovate a room for someone disabled, healing from an illness, or terminally ill to enjoy the comfort of home. She enlisted her family and friends with back-

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Team Make a Difference has served residents in Will and Grundy counties since 2013. The non-profit helps those who suffer from chronic illness, terminal illness or who are in the recovery process by creating a comfortable space in their home grounds in painting, construction, design, carpentry, sewing, landscape and much more to create a team who can see a need, and fill that need and beyond for families who need help most.

Anyone who has volunteered for a TMaD event knows that Audra and the crew spend months on the design and execution of the remodel plan.

And, those plans to fill the one need

always spill out into other surprises within the home.

For example, Ereen Koscielski was a single mother with breast cancer who had lost her home and had lived with friends. She acquired a ranchstyle town home wanted to offer a place for her children to live. TMaD took over the space and transformed it from top to bottom, in time for Christmas.

Or, the home of Sarah Gibson, who has been battling Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and tried to care for her husband as well as two daughters. The house was cluttered and did not allow for proper storage or space to get around with her walker. The team rearranged the bedroom with a closet for Gibson and her husband, gave the girls individual space and made the living room a sanctuary for Gibson.

The stories can go on, and Crowther and her team ask one thing of each recipient, to pay it forward sometime in the future if able. Rick and Marcy Bernickus of Morris received a makeover when their son Ryan suffered from cancer. The two have been to every makeover and fundraiser they could attend since the loss of their son. Rick said that was one of his son’s wishes.

On April 28, TMaD will host its annual fundraiser at the Morris Country Club at 6 p.m. The nonprofit hosts this event each year to fund the two yearly makeovers. Crowther said she would like to raise $50,000 this year so she didn’t have to worry about finances when it comes to the makeovers because she said once the crew begins, new needs or ideas tend to arise and if they can fulfill those needs, it’s an added bonus.

The event will include a lip sync battle where the singer with the most money raised wins, raffle baskets, silent auctions, food, drinks and a band.

Crowther also won a motivational speaker in a contest she entered.

Jones Loflin will come to Morris for a speaking engagement, which would normally cost $7,000 to $10,000, and the organization will host a ticketed event.

For more information on Team Make a Difference, visit tmadifference.com or Team Make a Difference on Facebook.

Joliet’s East Side Knights of Columbus more than just a fish fry SUBMITTED REPORT Joliet’s East Side Knights of Columbus is best known for its fish fry, which started in the 1960s as a way to assist the club with its charitable endeavors. Beyond the fish fry, the Knights are a fraternal organization active in the community.

Charity is the first principle of the Knights of Columbus, and Holy Trinity Council 4400 is active in many charitable endeavors in the community. The club has several main fundraisers to assist its charitable activity: The Fur, Fins and Feathers Sportsman’s dinner is held in the spring, a golf outing is held in the summer and

in the fall, and the club holds its annual Intellectually Disabled “Tootsie Roll” drive. The Knights have a team that serves dinner monthly at Daybreak shelter. A sample of the charitable activities the club was able to support with dollars raised from fundraising events includes: Christmas gifts for the residents of the Permanent Supportive Housing program at Daybreak, donation of needed items to Birthright of Joliet, sponsor and provide volunteers for a stop for the Catholic Charities Mobile Food Pantry and sponsorship of a bus to the annual Pro-Life March in Washington DC. Holy Trinity Council was awarded the Columbian Award in 2017 for

its programs.

Fraternally, the club holds a business meeting twice per month and has several activities for members and families throughout the year.

An annual family picnic is held in the summer and a children’s Christmas party in December.

The club’s fish fry is open to the public and is held year round on Friday and Saturday, excluding major holidays. Fish fry hours are Fridays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Knights of Columbus is the largest Catholic fraternal organization with over 1.9 million members worldwide. Membership in

the Knights of Columbus is open to all practicing Catholic men age 18 and over. Council 4400 was chartered April 14, 1957, and currently has over 160 members from parishes throughout the Diocese of Joliet. Club officers include: Grand Knight Rodney Van Der Karr, Deputy Grand Knight Tim McGrath and Chaplain Rev. Greg Podwysocki.

Holy Trinity Council 4400 is located at 1813 East Cass St. in Joliet. For more information about the Knights, including a calendar of events, fish fry menu and membership information, visit www.kofc4400.com or call 815-7233827.

Community Foundation of Will County improves quality of life for residents SUBMITTED REPORT Many organizations have faced serious financial challenges as a result of the State government-funding crisis. What if there was a local pool of resources available to help organizations helping others? What if there were funds to launch new programs, make capital investments, expand reach and try new ideas?

Since 2006, The Community Foundation of Will County has invested over $1.2 million in the work of our nonprofit partners to improve the quality of life for Will County residents in the areas of education,

health, human services and the arts.

The Foundation has focused on supporting collaborative and capacity building projects through our annual Community Partner Grants program.

In addition, The Community Foundation of Will County has been serving donors as their charitable giving partner; to help turn their gifts into a lasting legacy. Over the past 10 years, donors have chosen to invest in endowments that fund the annual Community Partner Grants program. Others have established their own charitable funds that allow them to make grants into the com-

munity to organizations and causes they care about. And some donors have thoughtfully defined their legacy through estate planning, with The Community Foundation as custodian of their intentions. The Community Foundation works with donors and their advisors to help clarify donor’s wishes document and in some cases establish funds to facilitate implementation.

Each of these types of donors believes in the communities called home and the causes they care about.

As donors join together, they demonstrate the impact of collective philanthropy. The Community Foundation

is defined by the work of its donors.

In the foundation’s short history, the donors have built over $3.8 million in charitable resources and committed millions through donors’ legacy plans. The Community Foundation of Will County provides Will County residents a way to leave resources to the communities and the causes that donors care about and ensures that their wishes are implemented.

As the foundation moves forward, it will continue to promote philanthropy, connect donors to community needs and build partnerships to improve the quality of life in our region.

On May 2, 2018, the foundation will be gathering donors, grant recipients and community leaders together for the 2018 Celebration of Philanthropy being held at Mistwood Golf Club. In addition, the 2018 Community Partner Grant cycle for nonprofit organizations serving Will County opens on April 2 with the online grant applications due on June 1.

To learn more about about The Community Foundation’s service to donors and professional advisors, to the nonprofit community, and to the residents of Will County, or to access the online grant application, visit the website at: www.cfwill.org.

WCCCC’s Home Modification Program working to keep people in their homes SUBMITTED REPORT Throughout the years, Will County Center for Community Concerns has been assisting low-income families with repairs to their homes in order to make them code compliant, energy efficient, safe, and healthy. In 2016, the agency programs weatherized and/or rehabilitated 100 homes in the Will County community.

A new rehabilitative program was added in 2017 to help low-income individuals in Will County ensure the

ability to remain in their homes.

The Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Home Modification Program (HAP) assists with funding to make homes more accessible.

The goal of this program is to prevent premature or unnecessary institutionalization of senior citizens and persons with disabilities by funding repairs that will allow homeowners or tenants to remain in their homes.

This model will result in better utilization of resources across the state, as well as more effective services for

more households. HAP will fund up to $25,000 for accessibility modifications for both rental and owner occupied homes for seniors and people with disabilities.

This program assists with projects that include but are not limited to ramp construction, chair lifts, bathroom modification, door widening, and more.

The mission of Will County Center for Community Concerns is to assist and enable low-and moderate-income individuals to obtain the opportuni-

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ties needed to prepare themselves for self-sufficiency. The agency offers a wide variety of programs and services, including no-cost housing counseling, utility assistance, energy conservation and home repair programs, scholarships, mortgage/ property tax assistance, and homeless services.

Will County Center for Community Concerns is also the administering agency for the Will County Continuum of Care, a consortium of local entities that serve the homeless pop-

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Across the programs available throughout the agency, Will County Center for Community Concerns provided approximately 13,700 services throughout Will County in 2016. Kris White, executive director, said, “We look forward to continuing to serve our community as long as there are those who still need assistance.”

To learn more about Will County Center for Community Concerns, please visit twww.wcccc.net, or look on Facebook.

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Tezak Funeral Home is known for its highly dedicated family and staff.

Tezak Funeral Home celebrates 110 years of dedication SUBMITTED REPORT JOLIET – In 1908, John A. and Jean M. Tezak opened Tezak Funeral Home in Joliet. Their son Richard W. Tezak, along with his wife, Josephine, continued operations with their sons John F. (Judy) and Richard K. (Ellen) Tezak.

Ryan Hayducak along with his wife Katherine continue on the family legacy to this day.

Tezak Funeral Home is known for its highly dedicated family and staff, which include owner and funeral director Ryan Hayducak and his wife who is also a funeral director, Katherine Hayducak.

Additional full-time staff includes apprentice funeral director, office manager, life insurance agent and crematory operator Ken Plese, crematory manager, life insurance agent and

Smartphones are paper weights without electricity SUBMITTED REPORT The connected, informed world requires electricity! We live in exciting times! Everyone has a phone. A device we call a phone but it is an information device more powerful than our computers 10 years ago.

Our houses are becoming smarter too! Soon any electric/electronic device will be connected and available for you to communicate with anywhere you are in the world!

If you have electricity!

Yeah, it’s great, it’s cool, it’s edgy if it works!

Without electricity none of it will! And that’s not all. What about the sump pump? The garage door? Some lights so you are not tripping and breaking bones!

What about at your business? Are you doing business when you don’t have electricity for your lights, heating, cooling, computers or cash registers? No, you are sitting there making payroll with nothing coming through the door.

Face it, without electricity, we are in trouble.

Pierro Quality Electrical Construction, Inc., has the solution. An automatic standby generator from Generac.

It really is easy. Pierro will come to your house or business and perform an in-home consultation. Pierro will discuss with you your requirements. Pierro will offer options of sizes that meet your needs. Pierro will discuss placement that least disrupts your life and the lives of your neighbors. Pierro will explain how the system will be connected to your electrical system and fuel system (natural gas if you are in

town or propane if you are rural). Pierro will explain the operation, how when the power goes out you are in the dark only for 15 seconds in the summer and 35 seconds in the winter, then with a click of the transfer switch your lights are back on.

Your heat or air, your TV, your internet, you will be able to get your car out of the garage, you will be able to charge your phone so you can stay in contact with your loved ones and the outside world.

The day of the installation we will work to minimize disruption to your day, advising you of shut downs and explain the necessary steps so you are comfortable and confident in the process. Pierro will work to keep your property as clean and undisturbed as possible while the installation is underway and final cleanup when completed.

The operation of your new Generac automatic standby generator system will be explained while performing a shutdown test so you can see what will happen. We will leave behind manuals, warranty statements, and a factory rebate/referral form for you and your neighbors.

After the installation is complete Pierro will help you maintain your system to keep it in peak performance. If a problem was to develop they will be in your corner with factory-trained technicians. They will work on your behalf to get all of the warranty service possible.

Your Generac automatic standby generator is here to help bring you peace of mind.

By standing by in support of the system and providing the best installation possible, so is Pierro.

Customers are more like family to Newstar Jewelers

By THERESA MURPHY Owner, Newstar Jewelers There is something to be said for a family owned business. That is what Newstar Jewelers is, has been and always will be. Each of our full time staff has a minimum of 5 years with Newstar, which inspires trust and reliability with our customers. Our customers are more like family to us. We have shared the engagement experience with so many of them- only to have them return for a push-present, then First Communion or graduation gifts. We love being a part of the special moments in their lives and seeing their families grow.

We pride ourselves in helping customers find the perfect engagement ring; from the style that looks best on their hand, to the perfect size and shape center stone. We have seen a lot of ovals for center stones this year, but round is still the most popular shape. There have been several requests for rose gold-for the whole ring and as an accent with white gold. One of our designer lines, Parade, has unique engagement rings with rose cut diamond centers. The rose cut gives the ring a more vintage look.

Forevermark diamonds are still one of our best sellers. They are hand-selected for their

beauty and rarity; each is genuine, untreated and natural. Every Forevermark diamond is also responsibly sourced, originating at a carefully selected mine that benefits the people, community and country where it is located. They trace each diamond along its journey, ensuring strict business, environmental and social standards are met at every step. Ask one of our associates about their favorite aspect of Forevermark and about seeing the registry number under the viewer.

Every year we bring in a new fashion line.

Last year we started carrying Anna Beck. It is a beautiful line of sterling silver with 14k yellow accents, handmade in Bali. Anna Beck has 2 charities that benefit from the purchase of certain pendants; The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and one providing quality health and emergency care for families and expectant mothers in Bali. The craftsmanship that goes into each piece is truly amazing.

As always we look forward to 2018 and the new jewelry styles we can introduce to our customers. Don’t forget to check us out on Facebook, Instagram, Pintrest and Twitter. Ask about signing up for our email list to be the first to know about any specials or promotions that we are having.

mortuary school student Mark Cepon, and funeral director and crematory operator Trevor O’Brien.

Funeral service professionals are certified to ensure every family the highest quality of service and professional ethics. The Tezak family guarantees their availability to speak with your family 24 hours a day.

Operated by third and fourth generation fu-

neral directors, the Tezak family has a deepened and natural understanding of service to the community.

Their history attests that they are leaders in the profession, dedicated to excellence in service and have the highest integrity. Tezak Funeral Home is located at 1211 Plainfield Road in Joliet. More information can be found on their website at www.TezakFuneralHome.com.

• Licensed Funeral Director available on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Personal and customized arrangements at your time of need.

• Pre-need consultation available by appointment, walk in or home visit.

• On site crematory, with final rites chapel.

• Certified celebrants available for chapel service or committal service.

Tezak’s Home to Celebrate Life 1211 PLAINFIELD RD., JOLIET, IL 60435 815.722.0524 www.tezakfuneralhome.com Family owned and operated since 1908

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Karges Realty has been serving Joliet and the surrounding communities since 1950.

Karges Realty going strong after 68 years

By JIM KARGES Broker/Owner, Karges Realty

Karges Realty is the area’s oldest active real estate company serving Joliet and the surrounding communities since 1950.

What started out in a one-room office has grown to be the area’s leading independent real estate company. In fact, per Midwest Real Estate Data (Northern Illinois’ Multiple Listing Service provider),

Karges Realty sold more homes in the past ten year period in the Joliet/ Shorewood real estate market than any other real estate office – quite an amazing feat considering the tremendous competition in the area.

The reason for this is quite simple – Karges Realty associates are experienced and knowledgeable Realtors who average over 23 years experience. In addition, Karges Associates also averaged 17 sales per

agent in 2017, almost 300 percent more than the average number of sales per agent in our marketplace.

The foundation of the company has always been based upon honesty and integrity in each and every transaction.

We strive to treat all of our clients as though they were family to ensure that our customers are not just satisfied with our service, but so impressed that they go out of their way to refer us to their friends

and relatives. There is nothing more satisfying in a service business than to have your clients return time and time again for their real estate needs, but to also refer other home sellers and buyers to our company.

If you are contemplating the purchase or sale of any type of real estate, please allow us the opportunity to serve you. We are the experts in our marketplace and will represent you with the absolute fin-

est service available. But don’t take our word for it – visit KargesRealty.com to view testimonials from our clients and you will discover why they are so impressed with our company and with our associates.

If you’ve never had the opportunity to utilize our services, simply contact us at KargesRealty.com or call us at 815-725-1700 and we’ll show you just how enjoyable and trouble-free a real estate transaction can be.

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We are very pleased with all that Mr. Contreras did for us. Joe went out of his way for us many times during the time he worked for us. We will always be pleased we chose him and Karges Real Estate to sell our house. So many times he thought of things to really help us at this time. John B. Karges Realty, specifically Bob Vergo, were outstanding! I've known Mr. Vergo since I was a kid and my folks used him and were always pleased. He has flawless integrity, a fantastic attitude, fun & funny; and represented Karges with complete competance! He was a joy to work with! We will continue to recommend him to friends and family!

Danielle B. Maggies expertise in our market made our home buying experience as seamless as possible. We had a very low appraisal, and she did not hesitate to do as much as she could to disprove the appraisal amount so we could still go through with our purchase. She did everything possible to ensure our sale. All while keeping the original close date.

Thank you Maggie! Halli T. Dave (Hufford) was an excellent Realtor who went above and beyond for us. He was honest and trustworthy and worked vigorously to find us the perfect home. He even followed up on paperwork while he was on vacation. We have and will recommend him to everyone we know. Adam & Heather D. Maribel is a very honest and trustworthy person. As a first time home buyer, she made the process very easy. As a native of Joliet, she knew the area and properties very well. She takes the time to listen to your concerns. She is also very patient and is determined to find the home that suits you best. Yula M. Nancy was always accessible, so when I had a question or concern, I felt free to call her - day, night, or weekend. She always took the time to answer those questions or concerns, and I knew she had my best interests at heart. I strongly recommend her to any of my friends or acquaintances interested in buying or selling a home. Carla W. Mary was extremely helpful with us buying our first home. We had a lot of questions, and she was always very responsive and provided the information we needed. She made us feel at ease throughout the entire process, and her real estate knowledge helped us buy the perfect home for our needs. Colin W. Brian gave his honest opinion on any listing we saw. We had a poor experience with our last realtor. Brian took that uneasy feeling away at our first meeting. His level of customer experience and knowledge is unmeasurable. We will use him again and will always refer him in the future! Kyle & Ashley J. Sharon was fantastic. She should be training new agents. Sharon is extremely knowledgeable about her job and an absolute professional. Sharon kept in contact with us throughout the process and kept track of all the appointments during the entire timeline of events, many of which I would forgotten. Jamie C. In my instance, I was the purchaser of a non-Karges listing. Dave Neven actually did more work than the selling agent to urge the process along. He also went above and beyond with an issue after the sale was finalized. Dave is the epitome of what Karges stands for in the community -honesty, integrity, and experience. Patricia S.

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In July of 2017, the funeral homes welcomed Katie, their grief therapy dog.

Raising the bar on funeral service excellence SUBMITTED REPORT Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd. and Baskerville Funeral Home continue to be elite funeral service providers that are raising the bar on funeral service excellence, all while providing an unsurpassed commitment to families and the local communities.

The National Funeral Directors Associations most prestigious award; The Pursuit of Excellence Eagle Award was awarded to Reeves Funeral Home in Coal City for the eleventh year, and Baskerville Funeral Home in Wilmington for the seventh year for consistently exceeding business standards. “This award may not be important to those who year after year read of our funeral homes receiving it, but what is important is what we do to earn it,” stated Matt Baskerville. “We are extremely proud to be a progressive and innovative leader in funeral and cremation services. We are reminded every day how grateful family members are for the compassion and care they receive from us at their most difficult times.”

In October, Matt Baskerville attended the National Funeral Directors Associa-

tion International Convention and Expo held in Boston.

This included more than 16 hours of continuing education seminars in funeral service, as well as introduced hundreds of new funeral products, services and resources. Matt also had the opportunity to speak at the convention about the importance of being a Certified Crematory Operator (CCO), as well as being a certified cremation services provider.

Reeves and Baskerville not only offer traditional flame cremation, but are also the only funeral homes in the area to have introduced flameless eco-friendly cremation.

The entire family of staff understands relationships and grief. They possess years of experience, skill, and knowledge to compassionately help guide survivors through all of the decisions that occur at a time of loss.

They strive to be innovative, progressive, and proactive in designing a tribute to a life lived, and to accomplish this within the framework of one’s individual faith, traditions, and customs.

In July, the funeral homes were also excited to welcome Katie, their grief therapy dog.

Katie is a King Charles cavalier spaniel who has already

comforted and put smiles on countless family members, attendees and children in the funeral homes. She is currently still undergoing training, and is anticipated to begin formal grief therapy school later this year. Katie has certainly become one of the most popular team members of the funeral home, and as she matures and completes her training, you will see her more not only in the funeral homes, but also throughout the communities.

When making funeral arrangements, whether at a time of need or in advance, individuals need to be comfortable with whom they are working with. They need to know that they are being cared for by professionals who not only can offer everything the larger funeral services professionals provide, but can extend individual and personal attention when it matters most.

Reeves and Baskerville have comfortable, well furnished, boutique style funeral home locations in Morris, Coal City, Gardner and Wilmington. However, their first class services are not restricted to the physical funeral home facilities.

Through countless professional relationships with funeral homes in Chicago,

the suburbs and throughout Illinois, Reeves and Baskerville Funeral Homes can also accommodate most any out of town arrangements.

The funeral homes have been voted the Best Funeral

that Reeves and Baskerville Funeral Homes have to offer. Check out the testimonies of families who have been served by Reeves and Baskerville at: http://www.

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Susie Scheuber is a lifelong resident of the Joliet area and is a multiple award-winning, top-producing broker at RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals.

Susie Scheuber a top real estate agent in Joliet area SUBMITTED REPORT Susie Scheuber is a lifelong resident of the Joliet area and is a multiple award-winning, top-producing broker at RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals.

With over 18 years of experience as a top selling agent, Susie has extensive area knowledge and expertise with the buying and selling process of real estate. Susie is the No. 1 selling agent for the Joliet, Plainfield & Shorewood area for 2015, 2016 and

2017. With over $26 million in sales in 2017, she is looking to make even more progress in 2018 with the great market that is developing in Will County.

In 2016 and 2017, Susie was featured in Chicago Agent Magazine’s Who’s Who in Chicagoland Real Estate and was on the cover and featured in Top Agent Magazine for the May 2016 issue. Susie is a member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame and Chairman Club Level recipient, has been named a Five Star Real Estate Agent

by Five Star Professional (2013-2017), named in REAL Trends Best Real Estate Agents in America (2013-2017), named by Chicago Agent Magazine as a Will County Top 20 Agent since 2012 through 2017, and is in the TOP 1 percent of all real estate agents in the United States. She ranks 11t h overall in RE/MAX agents in Illinois.

Susie’s experience, knowledge, and customer service to her clients are the cornerstone of her business.

Her strong attention to detail makes sure that her clients get everything

they want and more. When Susie works with her clients, she doesn’t just say what they want to hear.

In the industry, she is known as a straight shooter.

“People appreciate that and want to know the truth,” she said. “I skip all the sales tactics and talk real with my clients.”

In her free time, Scheuber enjoys working out and spending time with her husband and two daughters. She says her children inspire her, and she strives to be their role model. Scheu-

ber is also a member of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Susie’s ability to connect with people and maneuver through difficult transactions set her apart in the industry.

Susie strives to exceed every client’s expectations throughout the sale or purchase of their home. When it is time to make that purchase or to place your home on the market, contact Susie at 815-263-5988 or email sscheuber@hotmail.com.

Susie Scheuber

#1 Selling Agent 2015, 2016 & 2017 Joliet, Plainfield, Shorewood

• Over 26 million in sales in 2017

• RE/MAX Hall of Fame Award recipient

• Will County Top 20 Agent for years 2012 thru 2016

• Ranked in the top 1% of all Real Estate Brokers in the U.S. – Chicago Agent Real Data

• Five Star Real Estate Agent by Five Star Professional for 2013-2017

• REAL Trends Best Real Estate Agents in American for years 2013 thru 2016

Susie has over 130 reviews on Zillow. Below are just 2 examples of happy clients who have Experienced the Difference working with Susie!

You are a wonderful realtor who made our whole “first time home-selling” a great experience. We will definitely be referring you to our friends and family in the future. Thanks for everything you did for us! We are both very grateful to have worked with you!

Susie is the absolute best! My boyfriend and I just bought our first house so clearly we had no previous experience on what we should expect. Thankfully for Susie, she helped us with a lot. She gave us her professional advice and opinions, and genuinely cared that we got the absolute best first home for the price range we had. She’s EXTREMELY responsive and always on time so you will never have to worry about waiting or a question going unanswered. She’s just best and down the road we will 100% be using her! Highly recommend!

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Lifesaving cardiac interventions are performed in the Morris Hospital Cath Lab.

Morris Hospital Cath Lab proves to be a lifesaver SUBMITTED REPORT Nestled behind the emergency room at Morris Hospital, the catheterization laboratory buzzes with determined physicians, nurses and radiology technicians whisking back and forth, clad in blue gowns.

Behind the door, the unit reveals an array of state-of-the-art equipment, computers, screens, lights and cabinets stocked with specialized medical supplies. But it’s always the physicians and staff, moving smooth, certain and precise, who bring it all to life.

This unique crew powers Morris Hospital’s Cath Lab, which is a specially designed unit for advanced car-

diovascular diagnostic testing and interventions including coronary and peripheral angiography, angioplasty, stenting, pacemaker and defibrillator implantations, along with radiology special procedures.

Treatment for Heart Attacks While most of these tests and procedures are scheduled in advance, the cath lab is also the place patients are taken if they are experiencing a heart attack in which the coronary artery is blocked and requires immediate response. Using images obtained with the Cath Lab’s Siemens Artis Zee cardiovascular angiographic system, specially trained cardiologists at Morris Hospital are able to open blocked arteries and restore blood

flow to the heart during a procedure called coronary angioplasty. Stents, tiny, wire mesh tubes are used with angioplasty to hold the artery open.

“When a patient is having a heart attack, timing is very important,” says Syed Ahmed, M.D., an interventional cardiologist with Morris Hospital Cardiovascular Specialists. “Delayed treatment can result in major damage to the heart muscle and the patient can lose their life.”

“Because we have the capabilities of the cath lab here at Morris Hospital, within the matter of an hour, patients experiencing a heart attack can be back in stable condition. That is why the Cath Lab at Morris Hospital is so important. It’s where we

respond to emergent cases and save lives.”

Because heart attacks can happen at any time, an interventional cardiologist and team from the cath lab staff is on call at Morris Hospital at all times and ready to intervene within 30 minutes. Door-to-balloon is defined as the time it takes from the moment a patient arrives in the emergency room to the time the patient is in the Cath Lab and the blockage is opened.

Whereas the national benchmark for “door-to-balloon time” is 90 minutes, the average door-to-balloon time at Morris Hospital is 62 minutes, with a hospital-best time of 23 minutes.

Beyond Heart Attacks In addition to emergency cases,

the Cath Lab also provides the equipment and setting for patients who need other cardiac, peripheral or interventional radiology procedures, including pacemakers and defibrillators.

“Because of the cath lab capabilities at Morris Hospital, we are able to better serve the community,” says Muhammad Marwali, M.D., an electrophysiologist with Morris Hospital Cardiovascular Specialists. “We can do more cardiac procedures right here in Morris. This makes it easier for patients so they don’t have to travel far from home.”

For a free heart attack warning signs magnet, go to morrishospital. org/magnet.

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Braidwood Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 389 E. Main St. 815-458-2532 (Family Medicine)

Dwight Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital - Prairie Avenue 101 S. Prairie Ave. 815-584-3291 (Family Medicine, Cardiology)

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers (Main Hospital Campus) 150 West High St. 815-942-2932

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Dwight Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital - John Street 103 S. John St. 815 584-3051 (General Practice)

Morris Hospital Ridge Road Campus 27240 W. Saxony Dr. 815-521-1500 (Immediate Care, Occupational Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Cardiology, Allergy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Laboratory, X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan, Mammography, Bone Density) Channahon Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 25259 Reed St. 815-467-0555 (Family Medicine, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, Neurology) COAL CITY: Coal City Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 4 East North Street 815-518-5755 (Pediatrics, Family Medicine) Family Physicians of Coal City 935 E. Division St. 815-634-8477 (Laboratory)

GARDNER: Gardner Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 409 N. Route 53 815-237-0413 (Family Medicine) MARSEILLES: Marseilles Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 580 Sycamore St. 815-795-2122 (Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology) MAZON: Mazon Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 522 Depot St. 815-448-2423 (Internal Medicine) MINOOKA: Minooka Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 603 W. Mondamin St. 815-521-1010 (Family Medicine)

Morris Hospital Cardiovascular Specialists 151 West High St. – Lower Level 815-705-1000 (Cardiology)

Morris Hospital Ottawa Campus 1306 Gemini Circle, Ste. 1 815-433-9200 (Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Laboratory)

Radiation Therapy Center of Morris Hospital 1600 West U.S. Rt. 6 815-364-8915

Morris Hospital Pediatricians 151 West High St. – Upper Level 815-705-3300 (Pediatrics)

Diagnostic & Rehabilitative Center of Morris Hospital 100 Gore Rd. 815-364-8919 (Immediate Care, Occupational Medicine, Laboratory, X-ray, Physical & Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Rehabilitation)

Morris Business & Technology Center 1802 N. Division St., Ste. 703 815-941-8000 (Internal Medicine)

Morris Hospital Yorkville Campus 105 Saravanos Dr. 630-553-8200 (Immediate Care, Occupational Medicine, Family Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Allergy, Physical Therapy, Laboratory, X-ray, Ultrasound, CT scan)

Morris Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital - Edwards Street 1345 N. Edwards St. 815-942-9299 (Rheumatology) 815-942-1421 (Internal Medicine) Morris Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital – East Route 6 425 E. U.S. Route 6 815-942-8080 (Internal Medicine) Morris Hospital Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists 237 W. Waverly St. 815-941-0441 (Obstetrics & Gynecology)

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NEWARK: Newark Healthcare Center of Morris Hospital 5 N. Johnson St. 815-695-5042 (Family Medicine) OTTAWA: Morris Hospital Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists 1300 Starfire Dr. 815-324-9700 (Obstetrics & Gynecology, Bone Density, Mammography) Morris Hospital Cardiovascular Specialists 1404 Aquarius Circle, Suite A 815-705-1000 (Cardiology)

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Mardi Gras Madness supports breast cancer patients by raising money to help pay daily living expenses like medical bills and utility payments.

Breast Intentions of Illinois helps patients ‘live their lives’ SUBMITTED REPORT In 2010, Shorewood resident Lou Ann Peck came across a magazine article about two young cousins in New Jersey, who had formed an organization to help breast cancer patients pay their living expenses.

She was so moved that she decided to copy the idea – and Breast Intentions of Illinois was born.

To date, the organization has raised and donated $121,000 to help 75 breast cancer patients with rent, utility bills, medical and cosmetic needs, groceries, car payments, gas cards and insurance.

The goal of Breast Intentions is simple, yet vital, said Peck, an executive assistant at Midland

States Bank in Joliet.

“There are many wonderful organizations doing great things to try to cure breast cancer,” she said.

“In the meantime, the patients and their families still have to live their lives. The bills don’t go away just because you have breast cancer. In fact, they usually get worse because the patient often cannot work,” Peck said.

Breast Intentions holds several events each year to raise money, including two “Boobie Bingo” nights, a “Mardi Gras Madness” silent auction and social event, and a golf outing.

Area hospitals then refer patients to Breast Intentions for consideration and support.

Like many small charitable groups, Breast Intentions some-

times faces challenges to its efforts to raise enough money or do as much as they would like to do, Peck said. For example, this year’s Mardi Gras Madness fell on February 9 – the day 18 inches of snow fell on the Joliet area.

Yet the event was held anyway because every dollar received is another dollar for a patient.

Breast Intentions donates 100 percent of revenues to breast cancer patients.

“We can’t always help everyone, or help as much as we would like,” Peck said, “but we do our best to help make a tough situation a little bit easier.”

For more information, please call Lou Ann Peck at 630-254-6031, or visit the Breast Intentions of Illinois web site at www.illinois.

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Joliet Area Community Hospice continues to grow in changing world SUBMITTED REPORT

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to “boom” as well. Hospices will adapt and expand their services through technological innovations. And, regulatory scrutiny will be on the rise.

Advance Directives will take on increasing importance as patients continue to get more involved with their end-of-life care decisions.

This is why JACH continues to educate about the importance of advance directives and is offering a panel discussion and viewing of the movie “Being Mortal,” on Thursday, April 26, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at its offices at 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet. Preregistration-registration is required at www. joliethospice.org/events and CEU’s for professionals will be offered gratis.

Lastly, Moore says it is important to keep an eye on changing demographics. She predicts an increasing number of elderly will be isolated and need a place to get support at end of life.

2018 will be a year of continued development. Two

massage therapists have been hired and aromatherapy as well as other new comfort therapies are now integrated into patient care plans, thanks to a $10,000 grant received from the Community Foundation of Will County.

Our bereavement services to the community continue, thanks to ongoing support from United Way of Will County. Our new Pet Peace of Mind Program will make its debut this year. And soon, JACH will be enhancing its in-patient hospice home family experience. The hospice home was the first of its kind in Illinois when opened in 2004 and it remains an important resource for hospice patients with pain and symptoms that cannot be controlled in the at-home setting.

If Joliet Area Community Hospice can be of service to you or a loved one, or for information about hospice and palliative care, call 815-7404104. Joliet Area Community Hospice is a not-for-profit United Way agency.

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Joliet Area Community Hospice (JACH) continues to experience unprecedented growth, having served 1,857 hospice patients in 2017 (of which 520 were cared for in their in-patient hospice home), 272 adult palliative patients and 15 pediatric hospice and palliative patients.

The average number of patients cared for daily was 256, up 38 percent from 2016. Currently over 280 patients are cared for each day with the continued generous support of the community.

In addition, once again the recent Illinois Dept. of Public Health site survey showed not a single deficiency at JACH. Mary K. Sheehan, JACH CEO was named Board Chairman of the Illinois Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (IL-HPCO) this past fall. IL-HPCO is committed to promoting and enhancing end-of-life care in Illinois through education, advocacy, technical and supportive services. This forward-thinking coalition of hospice experts creates a monthly newsletter that recently featured an article by Patti Moore, RN, BSN, MSN, ARNP. Moore founded The Watershed Group, a consulting firm dedicated to supporting organizations and staff who provide end-of-life care. In light of a rapidly changing health care environment, JACH recently engaged Moore for strategic planning with its dedicated Board of Directors.

Moore sees five trends that will shape care during the next year. First, Moore says that “how we die, and where, will continue to change.” As baby boomers age into hospice, there will be an increased demand for dying in specific spaces, for experimental or alternative therapies and ways to explore or continue spiritual practices.

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Joliet Noon Lions Club celebrates 100 years of serving SUBMITTED REPORT The Joliet Noon Lions Club, established in 1921, is approaching its 100th birthday in serving Joliet residents who are hearing or sight impaired.

The club also assists the elderly, those with special needs and diabetics.

This year the Lions are starting to assist in raising funds to further pediatric cancer research.

The club performs its services through sight, hearing, or glaucoma and cataract testing. Lions also collect and recycles used eye glasses, hearing aids, ink jet cartridges, cell phones, pop top tabs, keys, and even holiday string lights.

The club has over 50 collection boxes located around Joliet. Last year the club collected almost 10,000 pair of glasses. During the same period, the club aided over 150 Joliet residents with exams and glasses or hearing aids and tested over 300 people.

The Joliet Noon Lions raises its needed funds via raffles, nut sales, candy day, and sights and sounds events along with direct public and grant donations.

The club does a lot of good work both locally, in the state via Lions of Illinois, and through Lions Clubs International. Anyone wishing to donate the used items above, make a monetary donation, and/or volunteer to become a Lion can contact Lion Mark Turk at 815-922-4065.

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Advanced Family Dental keeping up with current technology SUBMITTED REPORT Advanced Family Dental and Orthodontics, PC is dedicated to “ provide you with an exceptional, comfortable dental experience, and we can’t wait to welcome you into our family. ” said Dr. Joseph Rubis, General Dentist and Chief Operating Officer.

Dr. Joseph Rubis, a practicing general dentist for 13 years, Dr. David was recently voted Rubis as One of the Best Dentist in Will County by the Herald News Reader’s Choice Awards in 2017.

He works alongside his father, Dr. David Rubis, General Dentist and Founder who has practiced general dentistry for 40 years. Together, they lead a great team of highly skilled professionals and support staff at 15 area dental offices.

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thodontics, PC continues to stay ahead of the curve by keeping up with the current technology to provide the best care for its patients.

The practices offer advanced imaging tools that further guide the dentists in diagnosing treatment and give a detailed visual aid for the patients’ education on their current oral health.

The 3D ConeBeam Imaging technology Dr. Joseph has been used in the Rubis Crest Hill office for the last four years. In the past, patients in need of 3D imaging would be referred to an outside clinic where the patient would have to make an appointment, have the imaging done and then wait for the results to be sent to the dentist.

Now, that lag time has dissipated.

This technology provides unlimited views of skeletal and bone structure, their dentists are able to create a

more comprehensive treatment plan using this technology. It’s useful for dental implants, temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJD), the diagnosis of tooth fractures, sometimes not detectable by normal x-rays. It is also useful for pathology, identification of extra canals, orthodontics and more.

“With the 3D scan, our general dentists and specialists can see problems that might not have been visible on a traditional flat x-ray. We are able to put implants in with more precision compared to using 2D images. It is an excellent technology, and we are proud to offer this to our patients.” Dr. Joseph Rubis said.

In addition to the 3D ConeBeam, patients in the Plainfield, Crest Hill and Romeoville offices can take advantage of another state-ofthe-art imaging technology called the iTero scanner. Primarily, the iTero scanner functions to produce digital scans of the mouth to create molds without the messy

powder or gag-inducing impression material. The iTero scanner allows patients to follow the scanning processing on the screen and watch the orthodontic model be built digitally in real-time. This on-screen visualization allows for immediate adjustment to create the ideal orthodontic scan the first time.

Dr. Joseph Rubis remarked, “ Think about what we see on TV shows about archeological digs where people find civilizations with laser technology, this scanner works in the same manner to create a 3D rendering of the mouth.” He continued to say, “ this technology is convenient, it makes the processes more comfortable for the patient, the turnaround time is faster and the digital image can be mailed out to a dental lab or Invisalign.”

Patients of Advanced Family Dental and Orthodontics, PC have access to a team of highly skilled general dentists and specialists. All of the doctors have this state-of-the-

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The practices offer patients extended hours which include early mornings, evenings and Saturdays. All locations are in network with most insurance plans, allowing their patient’s to maximize their dental benefits. For those without dental coverage, they offer an affordable discount plan.

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4 HEALTH • Sunday, March 25, 2018 • The Herald-News / TheHerald-News.com

Silver Cross Hospital earns top marks for safety, quality care by said. “With our partner, US HealthVest, this behavioral health hospital will provide expert mental health and substance abuse services for everyone who needs it.”

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NEW LENOX – With straight A’s, a five-star rating, and a “Best Employer” accolade, Silver Cross Hospital continues to earn the highest marks for safety, quality, patient experience…and work environment.

In December, Silver Cross became the only hospital in Will, Grundy and Kankakee counties – and one of only 9 percent of hospitals in the U.S. – to earn a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). The ratings are designed to help consumers compare hospitals, by evaluating safety, quality and patient experiences at more than 4,000 hospitals nationwide.

CMS publicly launched the hospital rating system, which assigns hospitals one to five stars, in 2016. The overall summary rating is based on a cumulative score across seven different areas, including mortality, readmission, safety of care, and patient experience, timeliness and effectiveness of care.

Silver Cross performed above the national average in categories of safety of patient care, which measures infection prevention and mortality rates, and patient experiences, which measures items such as physician and nursing communication, pain management, cleanliness of hospitals and more.

“We’re proud to be recognized by CMS for our high quality and patient satisfaction scores,” said Ruth Colby, President and CEO at Silver Cross Hospital. “At Silver Cross, we strive to provide our patients with outstanding health care each and every day.”

Straight A’s, ‘Blue Distinction’ and ‘Best Employer’

Last fall, Silver Cross also earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization committed to driving quality, safety, and transparency in the U.S. health care system. The group rates how well hospitals protect patients from errors, infections, and accidents that can cause harm. Only 33 out of 113 hospitals in Illinois received an “A,” and Silver Cross is the only hospital in Will County to do so. This is the sixth time Silver Cross has received “straight A’s.”

“When patients choose Silver Cross, they can rest assured they will receive care from a highly reliable hospital that has higher survival rates, less complications, and a safe environment,” Colby added.

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Silver Cross Hosptial is in New Lenox.

The safety grade is becoming the gold standard measure of patient safety and is calculated by top patient safety experts, peer-reviewed, fully transparent, and free to the public.

Earlier this year, Silver Cross also earned the Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care designation from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois. Blue Distinction Centers like Silver Cross show expertise in delivering improved patient safety and better health outcomes, based on objective measures that were developed with input from the medical community. With more than 3,000 births every year, Silver Cross combines cutting-edge medical technology with spa-like amenities, including 12 luxurious birthing suites and 30 private mother-baby suites. For deliveries requiring surgery, there are three complete Cesarean suites. And since Silver Cross is a Level II Nursery with extended capabilities, fewer babies need to be transferred to specialized neonatal care centers.

In addition to providing a superior patient experience, Silver Cross also ranks at the top as an employer, earning the 2017 Herald News Reader’s Choice Award as Best Employer Over 50 Employees.

More than 57,000 readers of The Her-

ald-News cast their online ballots to select their favorite local businesses in 65 categories last September.

“Our family culture is what really sets us apart from other businesses,” Colby said.

Silver Cross employs over 2,800 staff members throughout its system and enjoys a vacancy and turnover rate much lower than national average. The average tenure of Silver Cross employees is 8.2 years.

New services and construction

In October of last year, Silver Cross officially opened the Silver Cross Surgery Center, a free-standing ambulatory surgery center joint venture between the hospital, independent surgeons and United Surgical Partners International – the nation’s largest ambulatory surgery provider. The 14,000-square-foot center has three operating rooms and 12 pre- and post-op patient rooms. It’s located at 1003 Pawlak Parkway, across the boulevard from the hospital.

Since the hospital’s opening in New Lenox six years ago, its surgical suites have been running at nearly full capacity, necessitating additional operating rooms. Silver Cross expects to serve more than 2,000 patients during the surgery center’s first year.

For patients, outpatient surgery minimizes time away from home and work by eliminating overnight stays at a hospital. In addition, outpatient surgery reduces a patient’s surgical expenses and co-pays on their insurance, making it an efficient and low-cost alternative to hospitalization. The most common procedures performed at the center include cataract surgery; ear, nose, throat, head and neck surgery; general and gynecological surgeries; eye surgery; orthopedic surgery; foot and ankle surgery; and urologic surgery.

Last October, Silver Cross also broke ground on the future Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital, a 100-bed free-standing psychiatric hospital that will expand inpatient and outpatient services for mental health and substance abuse issues in Will and Grundy counties. Construction of the two-story, 68,000-square-foot hospital has continued throughout the winter, with completion slated for early 2019.

The secured facility will be located on approximately five acres of land on the west side of Silver Cross Hospital’s campus at I-355 and Route 6.

“Silver Cross is dedicated to meeting the mental health and substance abuse needs in this community,” Col-

The Midwest Institute for Robotic Surgery at Silver Cross is home to some of the most highly skilled surgeons in the United States and performs more surgeries – including hysterectomies and complex procedures to treat colorectal cancer – using robotic-assisted technology than anyone else in the Chicago area.

Last fall, Silver Cross became the first and only hospital in Will County to offer a break-through treatment for heartburn using the minimally invasive LINX reflux management system.

“LINX is a revolutionary solution for reflux and heartburn,” explains Dr. R.A. Gamagami, the only surgeon trained to perform the technique in Will County. “The LINX device is similar to a beaded bracelet; it’s a flexible ring of magnetic beads placed laparoscopically around the base of the esophagus to help keep the stomach valve closed and prevent reflux from occurring.”

The LINX implant was designed to be a lifelong solution to acid reflux, helping heartburn sufferers avoid longterm use of prescription medications, which can carry health risks. Patients who undergo the procedure are allowed to eat regular food the same day and typically go home within hours of surgery, or the very next day.

Access – anytime, anywhere

Silver Cross is all about patient convenience; that’s why the hospital offers online appointment scheduling and 24/7 access to a doctor via phone or video. Patients can schedule an appointment for a test and make a reservation for urgent care online using SCHedule Now or talk with a doctor through Teladoc.

At $49 per consult, Teladoc is an affordable option for quality medical care. It’s an easy alternative to going to the ER or urgent care for non-emergency issues.

It’s also convenient when your doctor is unavailable or you don’t have a regular physician; you’re on vacation; or you just need a short-term prescription refill.

For more information or a referral to a physician on staff at Silver Cross, visit http://www.silvercross.org.

Silver Cross Hospital Rated 5 Stars

By Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Only 9% of all hospitals in the nation have earned 5 Stars for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction from CMS in 2017.

This means that you can count on Silver Cross for an exceptional healthcare experience each and every time.

To learn more about the CMS Hospital Compare overall ratings, visit www.medicare.gov/hospitalcompare

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Lewis University advancing diversity in the sciences

By ALLISON SELK Shaw Media correspondent Tala Zubi, master’s student in chemistry at Lewis University said her academic success has not been hindered, but enhanced by the efforts of the chemistry department to celebrate and foster diversity in chemical sciences.

Zubi’s family originated in Palestine and her parents were raised in Jordan until they came to the United States in their teen years. The family, who now resides in Tinley Park, follows the Muslim culture as Tala Zubi does not hide her Zubi culture, yet embraces it.

“I wear my head scarf and a friend mentioned to me that the last thing he sees when he thinks of me is my scarf. My scarf is symbolical and it hasn’t stopped people from interacting with me,” Zubi said.

“Lewis University is making significant progress in advancing diversity in the sciences,” Ray Kennelly, senior vice president for enrollment management, marketing and planning said.

Zubi feels as if Lewis University as a whole has the inclusive vibe and in her department, a diverse group of people who do not worry about race, color or religion. She said she has never felt anything but respected as a woman and a Muslim in her department.

Leading the inclusion push in her department is Jason Keleher, chair and associate professor of chemistry at Lewis University. Keleher holds a B.S. in chemistry, an M.S. in chemistry and a Ph.D. in organic chemistry/ materials, all from Clarkson University.

Since 2009, Keleher has worked with the students to celebrate differences in the academic world, because he has witnessed the benefits of this in the work place.

He said he came from industry, where diversity improved innovation, created a culture of teamwork and the different backgrounds enhanced the processes. He further ex-

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Dr. Jason Keleher, professor of Chemistry at Lewis University, was honored by the American Chemical Society Committee on Minority Affairs with the Stanley C. Israel Region Award. plained that the work place can benefit when people with different ideas and backgrounds come together for a common project.

And, once students leave the academic world, they will face an industry of co-workers with diverse backgrounds so students who have been exposed to it as a student will be better prepared for the work place.

In 2017, the American Chemical Society Committee on Minority Affairs honored Keleher with the Stanley C. Israel Region Award. This award recognizes individuals or institutions who have advanced diversity in the chemical sciences and who have created activities to promote inclusiveness within the Great Lakes Region.

Keleher said he received this

award because he promoted inclusiveness within the department, but also because of the outreach programs within the department.

During the summer, the team hosted a chemistry summer camp for women which included problem solving tasks.

The department under Keleher also spearheaded a diverse research group, took students to conferences and created a mentor program where a senior level student mentors a younger student.

“At the end of the day, students are exposed to the lack of cultural bias and exposed to diversity promoting inclusion,” Keleher said.

Keleher said in the sciences, “Diversity has been a big initiative and with STEM (science, technology, en-

gineering, and mathematics) being advertised as a pathway to success, it’s become an approachable discipline.”

Keleher said Lewis University has a diverse population of students to begin with which provides a great environment for the diversity in his program whether by race, religion or gender. He said his research group includes 75 percent women and 50 percent minorities such as Hispanic, Muslim and African American.

Keleher also has been active in organizations at Lewis University such as the American Chemical Society and the Electrochemical Society.

Zubi, along with other classmates will present a paper at the Electrochemical Society Meeting in May. According to Lewis University,

the American Chemical Society provides a wide range of programs and opportunities to enhance the college experience, make professional contacts and prepare for a successful career after Lewis.

The Electrochemical Society is a student run organization that supports scientific inquiry in the field of electrochemistry and solid-state science and technology and brings that into the community, according to Lewis University.

Zubi said she plans to take what she has learned at Lewis University and become a professor. She said she does not know if she will return to school after she graduates with her master’s to obtain a doctorate degree-she said she will see what happens.

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2 EDUCATION • Sunday, March 25, 2018 • The Herald-News / TheHerald-News.com

ABOVE: Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School Class of 2018 students Abbie Ardaugh, Natalie Kent, Allie Banas, Emma Wolak, and Abby Powers ready to begin their 8th grade year.

LEFT: Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School Class of 2018 students Abbie Ardaugh, Natalie Kent, Allie Banas, Emma Wolak, and Abby Powers at their Kindergarten graduation.

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Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School has rich history SUBMITTED REPORT Located on a spacious campus at Woodlawn and Campbell streets in Joliet, Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church was canonically established on Sept. 21, 1950. Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School opened one year later on Sept. 5, 1951. Many changes to the buildings have occurred since they were first built, but the commitment to the mission of the Church and School has remained the same.

Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church is led by Rev. John Klein. The Parish has many organizations and activities to keep parishioners of all ages active in the Church, including chil-

dren’s liturgy, youth ministry, adoration, the Paulites senior group, choir, and Religious Education. In 2016, a Capital Campaign was launched and major renovations are set to begin to the Parish buildings and grounds. The old convent building will be demolished to make way for a building to house the parish offices and meeting space. Renovations will also be made to the Church building, rectory and parking areas. In 2017, parishioner Brad Hinkleman constructed a grotto to the Holy Family for his Eagle Scout project, located on the north side of the Church. This great addition provides a quiet place for prayer and reflection. Mass times are Saturday at

4:30 p.m. and Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Daily mass is offered during the week at 7:30 a.m., except Wednesday when school is in session, when it moves to 8:15 a,m. All are welcome to join us for Mass.

Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School, with its mission One in Faith, One in Service, One in Christ, is led by Principal Corie Alimento. The school serves students from Pre-K through eighth grade. The academic curriculum at Saint Paul’s prepares students to excel in high school, as well as mature in their faith. Students participate in the Will County Spelling Bee, state geography bee, social studies

and science fairs, among other academic endeavors. In addition to core subjects, the school curriculum also includes art, music, technology, Spanish, and physical education. The Saint Paul drama club puts on two events per school year. The school also has a strong athletics program. The 2017 boy’s baseball team won the IESA Class 1A State Championship, and in cross country, two runners from the team made it to the state meet. The school offers opportunity for athletes in volleyball, basketball, baseball, flag football and cross country.

Enrollment is underway for the 2018-2019 school year. Tours of the school are available upon request.

Prospective families are encouraged to tour the school to learn more about the academic programs offered, meet the teachers and experience all that St. Paul’s has to offer. Saint Paul the Apostle is a participant in the Diocese of Joliet Tuition Transfer Grant program for students transferring from a public, home or charter school. Saint Paul’s is also participating in the State of Illinois Invest in Kids Act scholarship opportunity.

For more information on becoming a parishioner at Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church or enrolling in Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic School, call 815-725-1527 or visit www. stpauljoliet.com

Joliet Catholic Academy: Steeped in 149-year tradition SUBMITTED REPORT Joliet Catholic Academy has a 149-year tradition built on the belief that Angels and Hilltoppers are champions of their faith, in the classroom, and on the playing field. JCA is a family of 630 current students and over 23,000 alumni.

JCA is the No. 1 choice for Catholic education in the Joliet, Shorewood, and Plainfield communities.

JCA’s alumni are lawyers, doctors, politicians, teachers, coaches, police officers, firefighters and more.

JCA graduates continually thrive in leadership positions in the Joliet community and beyond; three out of the last four mayors in Joliet, eight current professional athletes, Olympic medalists, Fortune 500 company CEO’s, Hollywood producers, and box office stars are counted among its graduates.

JCA was founded on the principles that drive the missions of the Carmelites and Franciscans. Students experience opportunities to foster their spiritual awareness through daily prayer, liturgical experiences, Christian service within the community, and retreats. Angels and Hilltoppers are challenged to bring a deeper meaning to all

aspects of their lives by following the example and teachings of Jesus Christ.

JCA offers three curricula of study, Advanced Placement courses, and junior college dual credit options. Student schedules are built to meet their individual needs. JCA offers 20 Honors and 13 AP classes, with JCA students passing AP exams at a rate of over double (68 percent) local public high school averages. The Class of 2017 carried on the school’s legacy by recording an average ACT score of 30.04 for honors program students and 27.33 for the top 50 percent of the class, 27 students were named Illinois State Scholars, 68 percent of students earned college scholarships, and Advanced Placement and junior college credits were attained.

Students are challenged with technology through JCA’s oneto-one program and broaden their horizons with exciting new electives such as computer science/coding, robotics and engineering, Angels and Hilltoppers are successful in and out of the classroom. JCA believes athletics play an important role in developing the discipline and competitive spirit required for academic success. Every student at JCA has excellent opportunities to compete at

many levels in more than 25 interscholastic and intramural sports program. JCA boasts 30 overall State or National Championships; 13 Football State Championships, three Girls Volleyball State Championships, three Baseball State Championships, several IHSA Sportsmanship Awards, and numerous National, Regional, Sectional, and Super-Sectional Championships. Individually, JCA students have captured State Championships in wrestling and girls tennis within the past two years.

Joliet Catholic Academy encourages all students to make their voice be heard with over 35 extra-curricular activities. All students have the opportunity to be creative, to be unique, to build confidence, and to be their best self.

The award-winning JCA Drama Department annually puts on a Fall Play, Winter Radio Show, and Spring Musical. The March 15 to 17 performance of “Grease” at Joliet’s Bicentennial Park Theatre is one of the hottest tickets in town, with all performances selling out in record time.

Come see for yourself what JCA is all about. Contact JCA’s Admissions Office for more information or schedule a visit at 815-741-0500 or admissions@jca-online.org. The

2017 Joliet Catholic Academy Summer Camps are also now available online. Families can register and pay online at www.jca-online.org/summer-

camps, or download the flyer and register through the mail.

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Change for good: How CASA helped reunite a family SUBMITTED REPORT Laura and Matt were two young parents with three children under the age of 5 years old. Laura and Matt had both come from tough backgrounds, and both had been battling with substance abuse issues since their early teens.

Their three children – Liam, Noah and Ella – were assigned a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) advocate after a neighbor saw them wandering the street alone in the middle of the night.

Laura and Matt insisted they had simply fallen asleep and that there was no alcohol or drug use involved. The Department of Children and Family Services allowed the children to remain in the home with their parents as long as they agreed to complete certain tasks in order to keep the children in their care.

The children’s CASA advocate was not only there for them, but she was also in contact with Matt and Laura, attempting to convince them to take advantage of the help they were being offered. Laura and Matt continued to insist they did not have a problem.

At their next court date, the CASA advocate noticed that both parents smelled heavily of alcohol and, after the CASA advocate brought this up to the judge, the parents were ordered to submit to a drug test immediately. Both tested positive for alcohol and cocaine, and their chil-

showing signs they had truly changed and were becoming ready to be reunited with their children. CASA submitted a court report outlining their progress and recommended the children begin the process of returning home.

Today, Laura and Matt are thankful that the CASA advocate spoke up throughout their case in order to protect their children. Laura stated, “The day I failed that drug test in court, I was so angry. I felt like everyone was against me.

Now I realize I wasn’t thinking clearly, and it was the drugs talking. I am so glad I was forced to hit rock bottom, because it gave me the wakeup call I needed to change. I am so grateful to CASA for all they do, and for having faith in me when no one else did.”

Although it was a long, hard road, both Matt and Laura were able to successfully complete substance abuse treatment and regain custody of Liam, Noah and Ella.

This is just one of hundreds of stories that CASA of Will County is involved with each year. The happy ending would not have been possible without a dedicated advocate acting as Photo provided the voice of the child.

With the help of CASA, parents Matt and Laura were able to successfully complete substance abuse treatBut we need more advocates, because more ment and regain custody of Liam, Noah and Ella. children like Liam, Noah, and Ella are entering into care every day. Please consider joining dren were removed from the home and placed consider changing the children’s goal from a our next training session starting April 14. For into foster care. return home to adoption. However, the CASA more info visit https://casaofwillcounty.org/ After two years, the court was beginning to advocate recognized that Matt and Laura were volunteer-faq/ or call 815-730-7072.

Holsten Human Capital Development joins Joliet partners to enhance services SUBMITTED REPORT Holsten Human Capital Development (HHCD) is partnering with Joliet area nonprofit organizations, government entities, local councils, foundations, universities, health care providers and area businesses to expand resources and create a holistic approach to service provision and community building.

An example of HHCD’s Partnership is with Will County’s We WILL Grow School and Community Garden Program which provides funding for an expansive Organic Garden at Riverwalk Homes, LLC. A d d i tional partners involved in the “Riverwalk Community Garden” are St. Peter Lutheran Church and Mt. Zion Tabernacle.

The Organic Garden is planted and maintained by Riverwalk Homes, LLC Residents.

The garden is not only a sustainable source of nutrition for the community, but it also provides an educational environment for the youth that are enrolled in Mt. Zion Tabernacles’ “Lift Him Up Ministries” Summer Youth Program.

Holsten Human Capital Development is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the

mission to strengthen at-risk populations by expanding their access to viable resources that promote self-sufficiency, wellness and stability through comprehensive service provision, developing low income and affordable housing and fostering economic development.

HHCD lives its mission by providing workforce development programs for job seekers and employers, and comprehensive resident services for families, youth, seniors and homeless at-risk individuals to maintain stable, independent and healthy lifestyles; and by collaborating with partners to build strong communities.

As a service provider to over 1,000 low-income families, seniors and single adults across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, including North Town, Uptown, South Loop, Gold Coast, North Lawndale and West Garfield Park and Riverdale. HHCD is happy to announce its newest location at Riverwalk Homes, LLC in Joliet.

If you would like to volunteer at the “Riverwalk Community Garden” or for other volunteer opportunities at Riverwalk Homes, LLC please contact Elizabeth Protich at 815770-5672.

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The Organic Garden is planted and maintained by Riverwalk Homes, LLC Residents.

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Making a difference, one HUG at a time SUBMITTED REPORT

Shorewood HUGS is a local, non-profit, women’s organization with the mission of making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Founded in 2008 by a group of five moms that wanted to give back to the community in which they raised their children, Shorewood HUGS has grown to over 50 members. Through the years, HUGS has fulfilled over 630 wishes, supported other charitable organizations and given out over thirty $500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors. In 2018 Shorewood HUGS celebrates 10 years of making a difference, one hug at a time!

Every year HUGS hosts the “sweetest event in town,” the Chocolate Ball. This event celebrates the wishes that have been fulfilled and raises the funds necessary to continue the wishes program. Another annual favorite is the HUGS for Hounds, Doggie Easter Egg Hunt. This event is held in partnership with the Will County Forest Preserve. All funds raised from HUGS for Hounds goes directly to support the care and training of the Forest Preserve’s search and rescue K-9 officer, currently a German shepherd named Jullo. The 10th Annual HUGS for Hounds event will take place on Saturday, March 31 at the Hammel Woods Dog Park, DuPage River Access on Black Road in Shorewood. Registration begins at 10 a.m. with the event starting at 11 a.m.

For more information about Shorewood HUGS, their HUGS and Wishes program, and their Doggie Easter Egg Hunt please visit www. shorewoodhugs.org.

ABOVE: 2017/2018 HUGS members at the recent Chocolate Ball.

LEFT: Dogs at Doggie Easter Egg Hunt.

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Joliet Township High Schools Foundation assists students SUBMITTED REPORT

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The JTHS Foundation Trivia event raises funds to help enrich the learning experience of District 204 students.

The Joliet Township High Schools Foundation is an independent charitable foundation established to raise funds in order to help enrich the learning experience of District 204 students. The foundation’s goals include assisting JTHS students, to promote a positive image of District 204, to award grants to students and staff, to provide scholarships to qualified seniors, and to create business and alumni partnerships.

Last year the foundation provided over $24,000 in grants, $26,000 in scholarships, $6,000 for principal’s emergency funds, and over $6,000 in summer school and testing assistance.

Raising funds to accomplish these goals are acquired through its Trivia Afternoon, summer Golf Outing, art auction, and private donations and endowment funds.

The Foundation is always looking to establish new public and alumni partnerships in order to further assist the JTHS students.

Any questions concerning partnerships, donations, or assisting the Foundation can be directed to its President, Mark Turk at 815-9224065 or go to the Foundation website: www.jthsfoundation.org.

Trinity Services relocates The Branch to new, more spacious location SUBMITTED REPORT At the corner of Hempstead Place and Washington Street at the border of New Lenox and Joliet, people supported by Trinity Services are benefiting from a range of activities and amenities new or renewed for the Trinity community.

At the beginning of this year, Trinity’s The Branch: Well-Being and Enrichment Center relocated from its former location along U.S. Route 30 in New Lenox to the upper level of 101 Hempstead Place.

The Branch is a unique program designed specifically for young adults with developmental disabilities who have recently graduated from high school.

It is a place where they can continue to build upon their skills and explore their interests while socializing, working, volunteering, pursuing their hobbies and actively participating in the community surrounding the program.

The new space for The Branch has an energetic yet relaxing feel, with ample comfortable furniture; space for group activities; a spacious workout room for yoga, Pilates and similar exercises; a music room with instruments; and a full kitchen.

In a portion of the lower level of the building, Trinity will soon relocate its medical clinic, which provides high-quality, basic medical care to the people Trinity serves. The new space will include a welcoming waiting room and multiple exam rooms

cost-effective solutions.

Additionally, the Trinity Consulting Group (TCG) and Trinity’s Career Access Network (CAN) are based in the same building.

The TCG is led by Art Dykstra, former executive director of Trinity Services, who provides consultation services in areas of organizational culture, person-directed services, quality improvement and leadership to leaders in the nonprofit and for-profit fields.

The CAN helps empower and enable people with disabilities and mental illness to secure community-based employment with competitive earnings and benefits.

“Our new spaces at 101 Hempstead Place help us better meet the diverse needs of the people we support,” Trinity President and CEO Thane Dykstra said. “The TEC Lab opens new doors for people with disabilities, while the new medical clinic and Branch space provide comfortable environments designed for the services provided.”

For more information on any of these programs, call Trinity Services at 815-485-6197.

Trinity Services, Inc. is a 68-yearold, nonsectarian, nonprofit organiPhoto provided zation dedicated to helping children The Branch: Well-Being and Enrichment Center offers ample space for young adults with disabilities to pursue their interests and and adults with developmental disabilities and mental illness flourish hang out. and live full and abundant lives.

– including one room for dental exTrinity’s new Technology En- ogy and discover both high- and low- Trinity serves more than 3,500 peoams and cleanings. Medical services hancing Capabilities (TEC) Lab will tech devices to suit their needs. Lab ple in more than 30 communities in include annual physicals, referrals encompass another portion of the coordinators will work one-to-one northeast, central and southwest Illito specialists, routine immunizations lower level. The lab will allow people with visitors to help them solve prob- nois. To learn more, visit www.triniand more. to experiment with assistive technol- lems with the highest-quality, most ty-services.org.