Illinois Association Of Problem-Solving Courts

05/27/2026

The DuPage County Board celebrated the work the Mental Illness Court Alternative Program (MICAP) does during Mental Health Awareness Month.

05/26/2026

Today isn’t about the long weekend or the start of summer.

It’s about the people who didn’t make it home — the lives cut short, the families forever changed, the empty chairs that remain.

Take a moment to remember and honor them.

Freedom isn’t abstract. It’s made up of real people and real sacrifice.

We remember them. Always. 🇺🇸

05/22/2026

Adams County Problem Solving Court Graduation! Congratulations to the graduates and Adams County PSC Team!

05/01/2026

May is National Treatment Court (aka Problem Solving Court) month! Celebrate all the hard work you do!
Send your PSC success stories to us at [email protected]

04/09/2026

🚨 Registration is NOW OPEN!

APPA’s 51st Annual Training Institute is coming to Chicago — and you don’t want to miss it!

📍 August 16–19, 2026 | In‑Person
🖥️ August 11 – September 11, 2026 | Virtual

Join one of the largest national gatherings of community supervision professionals and connect with colleagues from across the U.S., Canada, and around the world.

This year’s program delivers:
✅ Accredited, skill‑building workshops
✅ Powerful plenary sessions
✅ Real solutions to the challenges agencies face today
✅ Ideas you can take straight back to your team

Whether you attend in Chicago or online, you’ll leave inspired, informed, and ready to lead.

Learn more and register today! ⬇️
🔗https://www.appa-net.org/institutes/2026-Chicago/index.html

04/07/2026

Are you an attorney thinking about exploring opportunities beyond traditional law practice? Or beginning to consider retirement after years in the profession? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate these decisions on your own.

This support group is designed for attorneys with 10+ years of practice who are:

-Considering a career transition outside of law
-Exploring alternative or non-traditional legal roles
-Planning for or adjusting to retirement
-Seeking space to reflect on identity, purpose, and next steps within the legal profession

Join a confidential, supportive environment to connect with peers, share experiences, and gain insight as you navigate this next chapter.

When: Fridays, 12:00–1:00 PM on Zoom
Eligibility: Minimum 10 years of legal practice

For more information or to register, please reach out to [email protected]

04/01/2026

💙 Did you know that... more than half of probation and parole officers in the United States are female?

This Women’s History Month, the American Probation and Parole Association proudly recognizes the women of community supervision—pretrial, probation, and parole officers, case managers, and support staff—who are essential to rehabilitation and public safety.

Women make up over 53% of the probation and parole workforce nationwide, bringing empathy, resilience, and strength to roles that demand all three. Their ability to build trust, support healing, and take a holistic approach helps transform trauma into opportunity for the nearly 4️⃣ million adults on community supervision across America.

This work is often thankless—but it is meaningful, powerful, and life‑changing. This month, we especially celebrate the women who balance demanding careers with personal sacrifice to make a difference every day. We HEAR you. We SEE you. And your dedication matters!

🌟 With special gratitude to the women of APPA:

Staff: Abigayle Harris, Allison Andrews, Andrea Henderson (Probation Fellow), Corrie Ash, Darlene Webb, Delores Johnson, Gwyn Kaitis, Kimberly Mills, Star Troutman, Veronica Cunningham

Board of Directors: Alyza Gonzales, Audrey Rigsbee, DeAnna Hoskins, Dena Davis, Hannah Cockran, Isabel Pérez‑Morina, Jennifer Brady, LaTasha Jones, Susan Rice, Suwana Kirkland, Tania Appling

Thank you for all you do—today and every day! 💪

02/17/2026

Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness that causes unusual shifts in mood, ranging from extreme highs to lows.

Learn about the different types of bipolar disorder, signs & symptoms, treatment options, and how to find help. samhsa.gov/mental-health/bipolar

02/02/2026

Mental illnesses are disorders that can affect a person’s thinking, mood or behavior. These early warning signs and symptoms can help determine if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health condition. Learn more & get support: samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health

01/16/2026

What word is on your vision board for 2026? Comment below!

As we step into 2026, we asked NAMI staff one simple question:
What’s one word you’re carrying into the new year?

These words reflect intention, care, and hope — reminders that growth doesn’t have to be loud to be meaningful.

Here’s to moving forward together, one word at a time. 💙