Thresholds

02/10/2026

Thresholds was pleased to join our sponsors, State Representative Lindsey LaPointe and State Senator Karina Villa, and partners in advocacy yesterday for a press conference marking the adoption of HB1085. This landmark legislation will shore up network adequacy and improve access to mental health for people with state-regulated private insurance.

02/09/2026

Cultural humility is more than a value at Thresholds - it’s a daily practice that shapes how we care for our communities and one another. As we honor , we’re reflecting on the importance of learning, listening, and showing up with openness and respect.

Read more about how cultural humility guides our work and why it matters year-round. ⬇️

At Thresholds, cultural humility isn’t a buzzword—it’s a practice we’ve embraced for decades. As an organization providing mental health and substance use recovery services, cultural humility is foundational to how we show up for the people we serve, the communities we partner with, and one ...

02/06/2026

Are you passionate about making a real impact? Thresholds is looking for dedicated individuals to join our mission of transforming lives through compassionate mental health and substance use support. 🧠💙

We have a variety of open positions across clinical services, social work, case management, nonprofit administration, and more — PLUS exciting internship opportunities for those launching their careers. 🚀✨ Working at Thresholds means being part of a team that values inclusion, professional growth, and meaningful, evidence-based work every single day.

📍 Openings in the Chicago area, McHenry county, Kankakee, and more!
💼 Competitive benefits, training, mentorship, and development opportunities
🤝 A supportive, mission-driven workplace proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace and Best & Brightest Company to Work For ✨

👉 Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help us bring home, health, and hope to those who need it most: www.thresholds.org/careers 💻

02/06/2026

02/04/2026

This Black History Month, we’re honoring resilience and reality. 🖤 Mental health is an essential part of Black history, Black joy, and Black futures - and the data shows why awareness and access matter.

These numbers and statistics represent people, families, and communities who deserve culturally responsive, compassionate mental health care. This month and every month, let’s keep breaking stigma, sharing resources, and showing up for Black mental wellbeing - because healing is a right, not a privilege.

Statistics and information in graphics from NAMI

02/04/2026

All the way from Springfield: a special message from Thresholds Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Advocacy, Amber Kirchhoff! 🗣️

02/03/2026

🎉 Please join us in congratulating Rosalba Garibay, of the Community Engagement and Equity team at Thresholds, for being selected as part of the 2026 Multicultural Leadership Academy (MLA) cohort with the Latino Policy Forum — a program that equips community leaders with the skills and networks to strengthen cross-cultural collaboration and drive meaningful change across Illinois.

Rosy’s leadership and dedication to equity and community engagement reflect Thresholds’ mission of fostering belonging, opportunity, and well-being for all. We’re honored to see her recognized among this inspiring group of leaders committed to building stronger and more inclusive communities. 🙌

Our MLA leaders give us hope!

We are honored to announce the 2026 cohort of the Multicultural Leadership Academy (MLA)!

This unique professional development program equips community leaders with the skills, networks, and cross-cultural understanding necessary to build and strengthen relationships between Black and Latine communities, drive social change, and advance community empowerment across Illinois.

“In the Multicultural Leadership Academy, participants will discover the powerful leader within,” said MLA Senior Program Manager at the Latino Policy Forum, NiCole Ward. “Right now, our communities face unprecedented challenges that require us to be united and strong. We need dynamic, passionate leaders who understand that our communities depend on us and that we build strength by building together. This cohort stepped forward because they believe in an inclusive vision, and that commitment is exactly what will drive the change Illinois needs.”

Meet the cohort: https://bit.ly/4r9ZIqb

02/02/2026

This past year reminded us why our work matters — and why we can’t slow down.

From navigating funding uncertainty to securing affordable housing and standing up for community mental health, our teams showed up every step of the way. Because access to care, housing, and dignity isn’t optional — it’s essential.

As we continue into 2026, Thresholds is breaking cycles, creating opportunity, and continuing to transform lives across our communities. Thank you for standing with us. 💙

01/30/2026

Today, Thresholds Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Advocacy, Amber, Kirchhoff delivered testimony to the Illinois Accountability Commision about the stress and trauma communities are enduring amid the deployment of federal agents, and our efforts to provide support during these distressing times.

01/30/2026

As we prepare for Thresholds Gala '26: Meet the Moment this spring, we’re excited to share that Fifth Third Bank is returning as our Presenting Sponsor! 🙌

Their support has helped grow our programs, expand our reach, and ensure that hope and healing are accessible to those who need them most. "Thresholds is deeply grateful for Fifth Third Bank’s long-lasting support," said President and CEO Mark Ishaug. "We are fortunate to have them alongside us as we continue our mission of creating home, health, and hope for the people we serve."

We invite you to join us on April 23rd as we celebrate this remarkable partnership and the lasting impact we are creating together. Get more information and tickets to the event at thresholdsgala.org

01/29/2026

🚨 Starting this Sunday, February 1, new work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) go into effect, potentially disrupting benefits for hundreds of thousands of Illinoisians. These changes mean more SNAP recipients will be considered Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) who must meet or be exempted from work requirements to qualify.

Current recipients can use this screener tool to see if they are subject to, meeting, or potentially eligible for an exemption from work requirements: https://bit.ly/4ka1Yvq

01/28/2026

A Statement from President & CEO Mark Ishaug:

I’m so sad and so mad about the events of the past weeks in Minneapolis, especially the tragic loss of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Like many here in Illinois, I have family connections and loved ones in Minnesota. And like many in Chicago, I remember how deeply upsetting and traumatic ICE operations were here in Chicago this fall and continue to be. The effects of these tragedies reach beyond those directly involved.

I also want to acknowledge the loss of Keith Porter Jr. in Los Angeles, and the many others whose lives have been lost or deeply harmed through federal immigration enforcement, including the young children taken from their families and countless people detained. These losses are devastating. The right to safety must include the right to peacefully protest, speak up for what is right, and raise our voices for justice.

Increased federal activity of this kind causes heightened fear, anxiety, and trauma in our communities. For many, these events have evoked past traumas, upended daily routines, and affected their sense of safety and stability.

As mental health professionals, at Thresholds we recognize that that this fear is real, harmful, and unnecessary. Every single person deserves the opportunity to experience safety, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive.

I am grateful in challenging moments for the Thresholds community - our staff, our clients, our supporters. Thank you for caring for each other and strengthening the communities around you always.