EMS, Fire, and Police frequently experience high levels of stress and anxiety related to work responsibilities. This is also true of front line healthcare workers in both medical and behavioral fields. The current COVID-19 pandemic has only added to these responsibilities and many of these individuals are now unsure of how to cope or look […]
Our Chief Nursing Officer recently sat down with our Program Director to discuss how we can maintain both our physical and mental health during the COVID-19 Pandemic. As shelter in place restrictions begin to lift, it is important to remain vigilant and follow CDC recommendations to reduce the potential for virus transmission. For those returning […]
Our Chief Medical Officer recently sat down with Katie Hoye, Director of Social Services at Silver Oaks Hospital, to discuss what life might be like for families sheltering in place at home. In this short video, they discuss common behaviors and strategies families can utilize to maintain mental health including: Maintaining or creating structure Balancing […]
As we observe Mental Health Awareness month, it is important to recognize that events with the COVID-19 pandemic put those coping with mental illness at an increased risk. This can be especially true for mothers. If signs and symptoms go unnoticed or untreated, they can result in tragic and long-term consequences to mothers, children, and […]
Nurses are often the people patients interact with most in any hospital setting. They play an important role within the treatment team and often provide both physical and emotional support for patients and their families. Veronica Hughes, Chief Nursing Officer of Silver Oaks, reminisces on why she chose to become a nurse, “I always had […]
Scott Hullinger, CEO of Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital, recently sat down with our Chief Medical Officer and Co-Medical Director to discuss the additional symptoms of COVID-19 introduced by the CDC. They also discuss how to speak with children about the pandemic and how to recognize when it might be time to seek mental health help […]
Feelings of increased stress and anxiety are common during a pandemic. Older adults in particular may experience these feelings at an enhanced level as the consequences from contracting COVID-19 are proving to be more severe for this age group. These feelings can be overwhelming and create strong emotions. For seniors living independently at home, it […]
The outbreak of the corona virus, known as COVID-19, may be stressful for people of all ages. Fear, anxiety, and uncertainty are all natural reactions. When these feelings become overwhelming, they can cause strong emotions in adolescents, adults, and senior adults. Learning how to manage this stress will make you, those you care about, and […]
We remain open 24/7 and our full range of mental health and addiction services are available. We understand the importance of seeing loved ones receiving care, and we know the value visitors bring to our patients. However, given the concern about COVID-19 and the recommendations by the CDC, we are limiting outside visitors to reduce […]
As Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital marks our first year of service in Will County, we would like to thank the community for your overwhelming support as we’ve worked to provide mental health and substance use treatment services to our most vulnerable population. Over the last year, Silver Oaks expanded treatment from senior adults to adults […]