Hartgrove Behavioral Health System

04/21/2026

👋 Welcome to some of Hartgrove Behavioral Health System's newest team members!

We take great pride in our orientation program. We care a lot about preparing our new hires for what they'll actually see once they get on the units to help our patients. Our orientation goes deep, it's brutally honest, and we surround our trainees with support from day one.

Our CEO and executive team show up right away during the first week, because leadership knows just how important every single role in the hospital is to helping our patients improve.

One thing we hear often: "This is the best orientation I have ever had." (We'll take it! 😁)

04/20/2026

Alcohol comes up earlier than a lot of people expect.

If you’re a teen reading this: it’s okay to be curious, unsure or even struggling. Nobody has it all figured out at this age. It helps to have at least one trusted person you can talk to when things feel confusing or out of control.

And for parents: the talks can be light, like quick check‑ins. Asking what your kid sees and hears (think listening 👂 more than lecturing). Those moments add up and make it easier for kids to come to you when they actually need help.

Here at Hartgrove Behavioral Health System, we care about making sure teens know they are not alone. If alcohol remains a challenge for you or someone you love, we can help.

04/17/2026

🎤 "Staff want to feel heard. They want to feel like the administration is listening to their concerns. At the end of the day, the bottom line is safety."

Our COO, Patrick Sanders, MS, MA, MHA, joined an expert panel at the Becker's Hospital Review Health Summit to discuss strategies to combat clinician burnout. He shared what guides our approach here at Hartgrove Behavioral Health System and our sister hospital, Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital.

Safety for both patients and staff is our top priority. That means open communication, responsive leadership and a culture where concerns are addressed in a timely manner.

We care about delivering the best possible behavioral health treatment for every patient who walks through our doors, so caring for those who care for others is essential.

04/16/2026

LOVE this partnership! 💙

Nothing beats a visit from our longtime friends at UCAN. They've been showing up for Chicago’s youth and families for decades by providing safe housing, trauma‑informed care, education and support that helps young people get on track and stay on track.

Together we help create smoother paths to care, stronger support systems and real continuity for the kids and families we serve. Patients and their families see just how much we care when they're surrounded by people who are invested in their long‑term healing and success.

This team's work reaches deep into the community, and we're honored to work alongside them. 🤝

04/15/2026

Patrick Sanders, MS, MA, MHA, Group Chief Operating Officer, hits the Becker's Hospital Review Behavioral Health Summit stage tomorrow morning! 👇

Tomorrow at the Becker's Hospital Review Behavioral Health Summit, our COO, 🎤 Patrick Sanders, MS, MA, MHA, joins fellow behavioral health system leaders for a thoughtful panel on "Combatting Burnout in the Behavioral Health Workforce."

The discussion goes beyond quick fixes, exploring how leadership, culture and system-level supports can help clinicians feel valued, supported and able to sustain the work they love for the long run.

Get more session details here: https://bit.ly/3O7v6rH.

04/14/2026

We care a lot about hope (we know that's kind of a given for those of us in the behavioral health field 🙂).

Hope can take many forms. Sometimes it's a person who listens without judgment. Sometimes it's a new coping skill or a fresh perspective. It can also be the first step toward healing, often starting with the right support in place.

Here at Hartgrove Behavioral Health System, we see hope show up every single day. And you can, too. 💙

04/13/2026

Let's celebrate Counseling Awareness Month by giving a big shout-out to Andrew Lindsey, LPC, and Taylor Kacsits, LPC, for being promoted to specialty services clinical leads! 🎉

Andrew and Taylor both started as student interns right here at Hartgrove Behavioral Health System within our psychology department and rose through the ranks while demonstrating their passion for quality clinical care, teaching and supporting others.

We love full-circle moments like these 😁, and their journey serves as a perfect example of the top-notch talent our student training program attracts. Huge thanks to all the counselors like them who show up day in and day out for their patients.

04/10/2026

Our COO, 🎤 Patrick Sanders, hits the national stage twice next week at the Becker's Healthcare 16th Annual Meeting and Behavioral Health Summit in Chicago!

He's joining two expert panels:

📅 Session 1: April 13 at 1:30 p.m.
The CEO Playbook: Finding Growth and Opportunity Out of Chaos
More details: https://bit.ly/4mGsm1r

📅 Session 2: April 16 at 10:35 a.m.
Combatting Burnout in the Behavioral Health Workforce
More details: https://bit.ly/3O7v6rH

Important conversations like these get right to the heart of the work we care so deeply about. Patrick's voice and commitment to both patients and staff reflect who we are and what we stand for. Hope to see you there! 👋

04/09/2026

We care about listening to families’ lived experiences, understanding the challenges they’re navigating and removing barriers that make mental health support harder to access in the first place.

Our Schoolhouse Counseling Center makes care more accessible, more inclusive and more connected to everyday life. People like Nikki Coffey, LCSW, create pathways to wellness that work for everyone.

The same can be said for every school we partner with. We care about your child's success. When schools, families and care teams work together 🤝, we help build healthier futures for entire communities.

Learn more about the Schoolhouse Counseling Center here: https://bit.ly/41oCnq8.

04/08/2026

Excited to have our CEO, Steven Airhart, representing both Hartgrove Behavioral Health System and Garfield Park Behavioral Hospital on the national stage next week at the Becker's Hospital Review 16th Annual Meeting in Chicago!

The panel discussion will focus on how C‑suite leaders stay agile and responsive in the face of constant change (something healthcare leaders know all too well ✔️). How do you stay flexible while still protecting your mission, your people and your long‑term vision? How do you move forward thoughtfully when the landscape keeps shifting? Our leadership team thinks about these questions every day, and we’re honored to have Steven share that perspective.

Looking forward to the insights 💡. And if you're a healthcare exec in Chicago, we'd love to see you there!

Get more session details: https://bit.ly/4cxgfQz.

04/07/2026

We care a lot about providing the right level of support at the right time, and that's exactly what our partial hospitalization program (PHP) is designed to do for kids and teens.

Think of PHP as a bridge between inpatient care and traditional outpatient therapy. It's a structured, daytime program for kids and teens who need extra help with their mental or emotional health while still being able to go home after treatment.

We care about the full picture, which means thoughtful medication management when needed and follow‑up care to help support continued progress after the program ends. If your child needs more support, we're here to help.

👀 Learn more about PHP here: https://bit.ly/3O405F4.

04/06/2026

Let’s be real, we expect kids and teens to hear about drinking all the time. The biggest thing we can do is keep the door open for honest, no‑pressure conversations. No lectures or scare tactics, just real talk about what alcohol can do, why it matters and how to make smart choices when stuff comes up.

When adults are consistent (at home, at school and out in the community), it’s easier for teens to feel supported instead of singled out. Prevention works better when people feel heard and respected.

If you’re a teen, know this: 🙋‍♀️ asking questions or saying no ❌ is always okay. And for the adults, 👂 listening goes a long way.