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Local authorities support Supreme Court decision that protects domestic violence victims. Local law enforcement officials agree with the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision Friday to uphold a gun control law intended to protect domestic violence victims.

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What’s the difference between 988, 911, 211/311 and other local hotlines? Visit illinois988.com for more information on who to call and when.

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𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥.
𝐁𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬.
𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬.
𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐬.
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐥𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐨.

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Friday, June 28, SWAN staff joined in Clay County Conversation at The Depot in Flora hosted by Midland Area Agency on Aging.
Multiple area agencies gave info to area seniors regarding resources in the Clay County area.
SWAN staff spoke and briefly presented info about Information & Assistance (I&A), Adult Protective Services (APS) and Domestic Violence services.

Pictured: Jon - APS Caseworker, Kim - I&A Specialist, Matt - I&A Supervisor

We are all works in progress. Experiencing trauma doesn't have to destroy us for the rest of our lives. There is help out there. Even while we are struggling, our lives are still valuable. https://carolineabbott.com/2018/11/on-the-road-to-finding-self-worth/

Tomorrow in Clay County!

We cannot bring peace to others if we don't have peace in our own lives. It is just like putting on your oxygen mask before helping others. https://carolineabbott.com/2019/08/self-care-as-an-act-of-trust/

Illinois SMP Fraud Alert June 25, 2024 How to avoid health care scam targeting 1 in 5 Illinois residents On Monday, June 17, 2024, Illinois SMP Director, Travis Trumitch and Illinois Medicare beneficiary, Linda Hennis, were interviewed by

Amanda & Donna are set up at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts with ROE #13: Birth to Three ~ come check out all the community resources and join in on some fun for the littles outside!

Today in Mt. Vernon!

Today, the SWAN Administration Office at 120 S. Fair St in Olney installed a new sign informing the public of our location in Olney. The Administration Office houses the executive and financial operations of our Organization and also the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program that protects and promotes the rights and quality of life for those who live in nursing homes, assisted living homes, and supportive living homes.

At SWAN – we Shelter, Protect, Advocate & Assist!

Check out some history on Flag Day! https://www.history.com/news/what-is-flag-day

On June 6th, Midland Area Agency on Aging (MAAA) held their quarterly meeting whose purpose is to provide collaboration of services, training, and updates from MAAA and the Illinois Department on Aging.

They announced upcoming events:
World Elder Abuse Awareness day June 15th.
Clay County Conversation in Flora on June 28th from 9 am at 12pm

Pictured: (seated) Mark Jackson SWAN, Jeff Kozuszek SWAN, Jonathon Akers SWAN, Tracy Barczewski Midland AAA Executive Director.
(standing) Ann Yaunches, SICCS Executive Director, Nancy Hinton Midland AAA Adult Protective Services Program Coordinator, Carol Whitehead SWAN, MaKenna Roedl APS Administrative Assistant, Beverlee Hiestand SWAN Adult Protective Services Coordinator, Kim Harvey SWAN, Matt Robbins SWAN, Angela Wright SWAN.

Midland Area Agency on Aging

If you receive Illinois Medicaid, get educated on the changes that went into effect June 1.

Learn more at AgeOptions and IDHS https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=163802

It's up to all of us to prevent and address elder abuse. See the facts.

A great, free resource for caregivers!!

Sign up today for a free webinar on Healing Caregiver Burnout, Friday, June 14, from Noon - 1 pm CST. https://hubs.ly/Q02zJ-2-0

Nancy - Midland Area Agency on Aging, Heather - SWAN Victim Advocate, Carol - SWAN Adult Protective Services Caseworker, MaKenna - SWAN Client Advocate/Administrative Assistant, Bev - SWAN Adult Protective Services Coordinator along with Nicolas Farley, Mayor of Salem, IL proclaiming June 15 Elder Abuse Awareness Day.