

Autism Awareness Month Spotlight: How Allison's Bond with Her Sister Inspires Her Work
Allison's care for her sister put her on a path toward a career of compassion.

Nick Malone
6 days ago3 min read


Our Staff's Proudest Moments of 2024
A look back at some of our staff's favorite moments from around the building during our anniversary year.

Nick Malone
Dec 1, 20242 min read


Meet Casey, Our Digital Navigator!
Casey came to the House as a NextJob participant. Now, he's teaching cohorts of his own!

Nick Malone
Nov 4, 20243 min read


Meet Olivia, Our Salesforce Administrator!
Introducing one of the newest additions to our team!

Development
Sep 23, 20242 min read


Shattering Stereotypes for Pride Month
We asked Association House's LGBTQ staff what changes they want to see for Pride Month.

DEI Committee
Jun 26, 20243 min read


Heartbeat of this Work: Harriet Sadauskas – 125th Anniversary Women's History Month Highlight
Celebrating Women's History with the story of Harriet Sadauskas, who has shaped Association House for 51 years and counting.

Lillian Bui
Mar 28, 20242 min read


Finding Normal: Jennifer Does Motherhood Her Way
After a chaotic battle with addiction separated her from her daughter, Jennifer found compassion at Association House.

Nick Malone
Mar 26, 20244 min read


From Improv Comedy to Vocational Support: How Henry Makes an Impact
Henry is a Vocational Support Specialist in our Behavioral Health programs. He was born and raised here in Chicago as the son of two...

Development
Nov 21, 20222 min read


Staff Highlight: Emily Vazquez
"My name is Emily Vazquez and Association House is a huge part of who I am today. My family worked here my entire life and I reaped the...

Development
Aug 26, 20221 min read


Staff Highlight: Jose Vega
Jose Vega works as a counselor in our Visions program, which offers life-changing education, counseling and support to persons...

Development
Jan 24, 20222 min read


Staff Highlight: Alicia Marrero
Alicia is a talented Bilingual therapist who earned her Master’s in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Latinx Mental Health...

Shrina Patel
Oct 28, 20212 min read


Staff Highlight: Jovan Ocasio
In honor of National Direct Support Professional (DSP) recognition week, Association House highlights Jovan Ocasio, one of our...

Shrina Patel
Sep 23, 20212 min read


Staff Highlight: Kristy Kolzow
Kristy is the Supervisor of our Visions Substance Use Program. Question: What attracted you to work at Association House? Answer: In my...

Development
Jul 15, 20211 min read


Staff Highlight: Adriana Rivera
Adriana is one of our Counselors. She provides substance use assessments as well as anger management and treatment planning. She also...

Development
Jan 29, 20211 min read