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Easter Seals project sent two autistic teammates to Oscar night
When Hollywood stars like Bradley Cooper and Ben Affleck opened their gift bags after the 2013 Oscars, they got a little bit of Chicago inside. No, not a deep-dish pizza or a fully-loaded hot dog. Inside the gift bags that all Academy Award nominees and presenters received were wine charms handmade by individuals with autism at Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago.
ESL volunteers provide a bridge to self-sufficiency
It is not difficult to find private English language tutoring, a service that can cost individuals and families anywhere from $25 to $90 per hour. For many people in Illinois and Indiana, this price simply isn’t affordable. But other options exist, many of which are completely free and available to those who want to learn, better their lives and function well in an increasingly complex society.
Silver Cross celebrates first anniversary at new location
Silver Cross’s new New Lenox location has allowed it to expand and enhance it services and quality of care, while the former hospital site is being developed to continue to provide health care and other services to the community.
Recent nurse grad volunteered at disasters
Mary Otting took some time to get her degree in nursing from Lewis University in Romeoville. It took her a while because she was too busy doing nursing work at disaster sites such as Katrina and Haiti.
JJC encourages well-being, from the ground up
The new Health Professions Center at Joliet Junior College gives students a modern platform to serve high-demand nursing, allied health and emergency services programs, as well as to expand into other allied health fields based on employment needs and labor market demands.
Oh, what a relief: Couple finds injections help back pain
Dominick and Frances Mazza, of Tinley Park, IL, were given their lifestyle back thanks to the methods used by Dr. Howard Robinson, of Ingalls Memorial Hospital, to relieve the back pain both suffered from spinal stenosis.
Illinois students can get IU degree at in-state costs
Qualified Illinois students can go to Indiana University Northwest at the same cost as Indiana residents through the Illiana Merit Scholarship.
Morris Hospital’s new cath lab elevates heart care
Morris Hospital elevated its commitment to lifesaving cardiac care by replacing its 10-year-old cardiovascular angiographic system with a new $1.2 million piece of equipment. It allows cardiologists to detect blockages and restore blood flow to the heart while viewing the coronary arteries on a 56-inch digital screen.
Presence Saint Joseph named one of region’s top hospitals
Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet ranked eleventh on the prestigious list of 97 hospitals in the six-county Chicago metro area, cited by Chicago Magazine.
ExxonMobil forecasts shift in global energy balance, new trade and growth
ExxonMobil forecasts a shift in global energy balance, new trade and growth opportunities for suppliers, investors and consumers.
St. Francis nursing online nursing courses tapped as tops in Illinois
The University of St. Francis (USF) in Joliet marks some new success in academics, including nursing. It’s online graduate nursing programs were recently ranked number one in Illinois by U.S. News & World Report.
Newstar Jewelers offers latest styles, top service
Newstar Jewelers, with shops in Joliet and Naperville, offers the latest styles, quality lines and technology to provide with top merchandise and service.
H&N Furriers offers warm service, top brands
H&N Furriers in Joliet offers the latest fashions in fur and leather for both men and women, as well as repair work, cleaning, storage, alterations and remodeling.
Valley View Dental logs 10 years of smiles
Valley View Dental, with offices in Naperville and Romeoville, offers a highly-skilled staff and state-of-the-art equipment to provide the full range of sental services.
Barton Carroll’s fills appliance needs in many ways
Barton Carroll’s fills gives customers a number of options to acquire needed appliances, including new, new scratch-and-dent, and used.
Joliet Catholic aims for academic excellence
Joliet Catholic Academy strives for academic excellence, with smaller classes, more one-on-one academic and career counseling, and direct links to collele prep and honors programs to help its students build careers and futures.
Joliet Montessori offers special ‘morning’
Joliet Montessori School is hosting a special morning gathering on March 9 to allow you and your child a chance to see, hear and experience the special skills and programs of a “Montessori” education.
St. Jude debuts Gladys the ‘Tail Waggin’ Tutor’
“Gladys,” a spaniel and certified therapy dog, is helping students at St. Jude School to learn to read better, but also improving the children’s self esteem and confidence.
First Community Bank brings local banking to Naperville favorite
First Community bank chooses the “middle of it all” to locate at favorite Naperville hotspot for family activity.
Experience full range of senior living at Willow Falls
Willow Falls offers the full range of active and interactive programs that make this Crest Hill senior living community a complete lifestyle.
Better image technology means better patient treatment
Advanced Family Dental has added the latest imaging technology at its Crest Hill office, providing better service and comfort to patients.
Solution to pain may be at your feet
Foot Solutions may be able to help you solve other aches and pains with a better, more professional fit.