Alcoholics Anonymous Celebrates 70th Anniversary at First United Methodist Church of Crystal Lake

When I heard my minister Scott Field talk about a 70th anniversary, I immediately thought of the one our family just celebrated of my in-laws wedding. My father-in-law, Vince Giangrasso, has since died, so the mention of a 70th anniversary … Continue reading

The Advantage Group (TAG) Makes Case, Gets Permission to Apply for Competitive Mental Health Board Funds

Fighting for her alcohol and drug abuse agency’s life Pat Owens, the Executive Director of The Advantage Group (TAG, for short) brought her plea to the McHenry County Mental Health Board during the Public Comment period at the beginning of … Continue reading