Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 🎉

As we welcome a new year, we acknowledge the strength it takes to seek support and the importance of accessible mental health care in our community. Our team remains committed to meeting individuals and families where they are, offering care, understanding, and encouragement every step of the way.

If you or someone you love is struggling, support is available. Please reach out to learn more about our services or to schedule a 24/7 confidential assessment.

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📍1004 Pawlak Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60451

12/31/2025

As the year comes to a close, we encourage you to take time to reflect. Reflect on the moments that brought growth, the challenges that built resilience, and the strength it took to get here.

We here at Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital believe reflection is an important part of healing and growth. As you prepare to welcome a new year, remember to extend yourself grace, care, and compassion.

If you need support during this season of transition, our team is here to help.

12/30/2025

We are proud to recognize and celebrate our Employees of the Year at Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital. These individuals represent the very best of our team through their dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence in patient care.

🏆 Ancillary Staff of the Year: Amado G., Dietary Cook
Consistently exceeding expectations, Amado brings teamwork, compassion, and positivity to everything he does. Always ready to help with a smile, he elevates those around him and creates a supportive environment for both staff and patients.

🏆 Therapist/Social Worker of the Year: Amanda N., ED Social Worker
As the sole full-time ED social worker, Amanda leads with grace, reliability, and unwavering dedication. She goes above and beyond in her clinical work, providing thorough assessments and compassionate care for patients and families.

🏆 Mental Health Technician of the Year: Jeshaiah E.
A dependable and trusted night shift team member, Jeshaiah’s calm demeanor, professionalism, and strong work ethic help patients feel safe and supported. His commitment to teamwork and patient care makes a meaningful impact every shift.

🏆 Nurse of the Year: Michalyn “Nikki” P.
Nikki’s journey reflects remarkable growth, leadership, and dedication to mental health care. From contract nurse to supporting leadership roles and advancing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, she continues to uplift teams and inspire those around her.

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital is grateful for each of you and proud to celebrate the care, heart, and excellence you bring to our hospital every day!

12/26/2025

Wishing a meaningful Kwanzaa to those who celebrate 🕯️

May the principles of unity, collective responsibility, and creativity guide us into the new year.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital 🎄
Wishing our patients, families, staff, and community peace, comfort, and moments of joy today!

12/24/2025

We want to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible staff who continue to show up with compassion, professionalism, and heart. While many are spending time celebrating with loved ones, our team remains dedicated to caring for our patients and supporting one another.

We here at Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital are deeply grateful for the commitment they bring every day, especially during the holiday season. Whether providing direct patient care or supporting behind the scenes, their efforts do not go unnoticed.

These moments captured during our Holiday Party reflect the heart of our team. Thank you for your resilience, your teamwork, and the care you provide to our community. 💚

12/21/2025

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital is proud to have been present and to advocate in support of this important milestone.

The approval to expand services at Existential Counselor Society and establish a freestanding women’s program focused on substance use and trauma represents a critical step forward for our community. Programs like this create access to care, strengthen continuity, and provide women with the trauma-informed, recovery-focused support that has long been needed locally.

Our Director of Business Development, Brittany Ringo, along with Quintana Shelby, former Discharge Coordinator and current Mental Health Technician, attended and spoke on behalf of Silver Oaks to advocate for the approval of this program. Their presence reflected our ongoing commitment to supporting responsible expansion of services that directly impact patient outcomes beyond inpatient stabilization.

Silver Oaks believes in building strong, ethical pathways of care that extend into the community. This approval represents hope, collaboration, and forward progress, and we are honored to support initiatives that will change lives for years to come.

Today marks an important milestone; the vote passed to expand services at Existential Counselor Society, and with it, our first freestanding women's program focused on substance use and trauma.
This victory belongs to the community. To everyone who spoke up, showed up, and believed in the need for trauma-informed, women-centered care… thank you. Your advocacy, courage, and commitment made this possible.
This program represents more than expansion; it represents access, hope, and thoughtful care where it's been needed for far too long.
As we look toward 2026, I'm excited and deeply honored to support the building of something that will change lives and strengthen our community for years to come.
Grateful for the collaboration, the trust, and the shared mission ahead.
A special thanks to Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital , Will County ROSC, Crossroads Counseling, Grundy BHA, Hartgrove Hospital, Acadia Healthcare, Chicago Behavioral Hospital and all who showed support.

12/16/2025

At Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital, compassionate care is always within reach 💚

24/7 free assessments, a full continuum of services, and support every step of the way!

Connect with us today if you or a loved one is in need of support.

12/15/2025

As Hanukkah begins, we honor the light within each of us 🕎

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital wishes our community a holiday filled with hope, healing, and togetherness. May this season bring peace and strength to you and those you care for.

12/10/2025

Today we observe Human Rights Day, marking the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), proclaimed by the United Nations on December 10, 1948. This landmark document established the fundamental rights that every person is entitled to, regardless of race, religion, gender, or background.

At Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital, we recognize that mental health is a human right. Everyone deserves access to compassionate care, a safe space to seek support, and a community that values dignity and inclusion.

Let’s honor this day by advocating for fairness, empathy, and support for all—because every person’s rights and mental well-being matter. 💚

12/10/2025

🌟 November Employee of the Month 🌟

Join us in celebrating Taylor J., Inpatient Program Therapist, as our November Employee of the Month at Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital!

Taylor is known for her compassion, professionalism, and steady presence. She prioritizes safety, supports her team during challenging moments, and builds strong, meaningful connections with her patients.

She is also an exceptional teacher. Taylor takes interns under her wing and guides them through some of the toughest parts of clinical work. One intern shared, “She is the example of the social worker I want to be.” Her director shared, “Taylor brings support, stability, and encouragement everywhere she goes. Staff rely on her, interns admire her, and patients feel heard and cared for by her.”

Taylor, thank you for your dedication, leadership, and the heart you bring to this work. We are proud to recognize you as our November Employee of the Month! 💚

12/05/2025

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital was proud to be represented at the Will County Center for Economic Development Annual Report Breakfast today at Bolingbrook Golf Club — a key gathering of regional leaders, major employers, and government officials working to advance the future of Will County.

We had the opportunity to connect with important community partners, including Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, Will County Executive and 2025 CED Board Chair, and Doug Pryor, President & CEO of the Will County CED. These conversations strengthen our shared commitment to expanding mental health access, enhancing workforce wellness, and improving the overall health of our community.

Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital remains dedicated to being an active and trusted partner in the economic and community growth of Will County, working together to build a stronger, healthier region for everyone.