Influential New Laws Expand Mental Healthcare in Illinois

Thresholds is thrilled to share the upcoming signage of several critical bills that will significantly improve access to quality care for Illinois residents. These bills will eliminate prior authorization for mental health stays (HB5395: Healthcare Protection Act), restrict junk insurance (HB2499: Eliminating Junk Insurance), and other instrumental changes to improve access to mental healthcare. The […]

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Major Bill Improving Access to Mental Healthcare Through Private Insurance Passes Illinois House

Illinois has taken a monumental step in the advancement of mental healthcare accessibility with the passage of HB4475 HFA2 in the Illinois House of Representatives. Securing an impressive 86-20 bipartisan vote, this bill serves as a significant victory for mental health advocates state-wide.  HB4475 HFA2 addresses critical gaps in commercial insurance coverage, paving the way […]

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Thresholds Recognized as One of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Workplaces for Eighth Year

Chicago, IL – Thresholds, a leading provider of community mental health and substance use services in Illinois, is proud to announce our recognition as one of Chicago’s 2024 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®. This marks the eighth year that Thresholds has received this honor. “This recognition is a direct reflection of the incredible […]

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Beyond the ER: A $1.8 Million Partnership Reshaping Emergency Room Services in Cook County

In an instrumental advancement of healthcare access and support for Cook County residents, Thresholds is proud to announce a new $1.8 million partnership with Cook County Health for enhanced emergency mental health services and aftercare called the Assertive Community Linkage Program. This transformative new program, funded over three years, will address the recurring instance of […]

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