Schuyler County Mental Health Association

08/25/2026

📚 BOOK CLUB IS BACK TONIGHT! 📚

We’re back on schedule and ready to turn the page! 💚

Join us TONIGHT, August 25, for Book Club at Schuyler County Mental Health Association.

We can’t wait to see everyone tonight!

08/18/2026

📚 BOOK CLUB CANCELED TONIGHT & TOMORROW MORNING

Due to an unexpected emergency, Book Club is canceled.

We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you! 💙

08/18/2026

We are incredibly grateful to Adams Outlet and the Penny Power program for investing in our community! 💙

SCMHA is honored to receive $1,500 to support our Christmas Basket program, helping us bring a little extra joy and support to local families during the holiday season. 🎄🎁

Congratulations to Penny Power on surpassing an incredible $750,000 in giving to area communities! What an amazing milestone and testament to what can happen when a community comes together.

Thank you to Adams Electric Cooperative, its members, and the Penny Power Grant Review Committee for continuing to make a difference throughout our region. We are so thankful to be one of the many organizations you support! 💙

Penny Power Passes $750,000 Mark!

The Penny Power Grant Review Committee met on July 30 and approved a total of $7,749.54 in grants. With this round, the Penny Power program has surpassed the $750,000 mark!

The grant to Cornerstone Foundation for Families for $500 officially pushed Penny Power passed the $750,000 milestone. Adams Electric Cooperative Human Resources/Benefits Administrator Brinkley Mueller presented the check to Dr. Melissa McKelvie PhD, Executive Director of Cornerstone.

The following nine groups/organizations received a grant during this cycle:

• $1,145 - Quincy Notre Dame High School; toward a security system for the school.
• $1,100 - St. Peter School; toward playground equipment.
• $1,450 - Schuyler County Food Basket; food pantry supplies.
• $1,500 - SCHMHA (Schuyler County Mental Health); Christmas baskets.
• $400.94 - Quincy Senior High School - classroom school supplies.
• $740 - Golden Memorial Gardens; raising stones in cemetery.
• $500 - Cornerstone: Foundation for Families; sand tray therapy
• $313.60 - Brown County Elementary School; decodable books for the classroom.
• $600 - H.E.L.P. Center; school supplies.

The Penny Power program is funded by members of Adams Electric Cooperative who have their bills rounded up to the nearest dollar each month. The extra pennies are used to support community betterment projects throughout the Cooperative’s service territory. To date, $750,972.90 has been donated to area schools, food pantries, fire and police departments, senior centers, museums, as well as many others.

To see if your organization is eligible or to request an application, email Brinkley Mueller at [email protected]. The next deadline to apply for a Penny Power grant is October 5, 2026.

08/18/2026

Veterans deserve tools that support greater independence.
Eligible veterans may qualify for AI powered smart glasses at no cost. These glasses can help read text, identify objects, and make everyday connections easier.
Availability is limited. Message SCMHA today to learn more or determine eligibility.
Please share this with a veteran who may benefit.

Veterans deserve tools that support greater independence.
Eligible veterans may qualify for AI powered smart glasses at no cost. These glasses can help read text, identify objects, and make everyday connections easier.

Availability is limited. Message SCMHA today to learn more or determine eligibility.

Please share this with a veteran who may benefit.

08/18/2026

📚 BOOK CLUB CANCELED TONIGHT

Due to an unexpected emergency, Book Club is canceled for today.

We apologize for the short notice and appreciate your understanding.

Thank you! 💙

08/03/2026

📚 YOU ASKED... WE LISTENED! STARTING AUGUST 5th & 11th 💙

We were blown away by the response to our The Let Them Theory Discussion Series! Thanks to your feedback, we're excited to announce that we're now offering TWO discussion group options so you can choose the time that works best for you!

🌞 Wednesday Morning
🕘 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

🌙 Tuesday Evening
🕠 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

📍 Schuyler County Mental Health Association
127 S. Liberty St.
Rushville, IL 62681

✨ The book AND workbook are FREE for all participants!

Whether you've already read The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins or you're just getting started, everyone is welcome. Join us for meaningful conversations, practical tools, and a supportive environment where we can learn, grow, and encourage one another.

💬 If you're planning to attend, please comment below and let us know which session you'll be joining, Tuesday Evening or Wednesday Morning. This will help us get an idea of attendance and make sure we have enough FREE books and workbooks for everyone.

Feel free to tag a friend who might enjoy joining you. We can't wait to see you! 📚💙

📞 Questions? Call us at 217-322-4373.

07/30/2026

YOUR SERVICE NEVER ENDED. NEITHER SHOULD YOUR INDEPENDENCE.
After serving our country, no veteran should have to face vision loss alone.
Schuyler County Mental Health Association (SCMHA) is honored to participate in the Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses for Blind Veterans Program, helping eligible blind and low vision veterans gain greater independence through innovative assistive technology.
Imagine being able to...
👤 Have your surroundings described to you.
📬 Hear your mail, menus, and labels read aloud.
🛒 Identify everyday objects.
❓Ask questions about what you're looking at and receive real-time answers.
🤝 Stay connected with family and friends.
🌎 Move through everyday life with greater confidence.
For eligible veterans, these glasses are provided at no cost, along with personalized setup, one-on-one training, and continued support from SCMHA.
If you are a U.S. military veteran living with blindness or significant vision loss, or you know someone who is, we'd love to talk with you.
📞 Contact Jeremy at SCMHA
217-322-4373
Together, we can help more veterans experience greater confidence, connection, and independence.
Someone in your life may have served our country and quietly struggles with vision loss every day. A simple share could help them regain a measure of independence.
Eligibility screening is required. Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses are an assistive technology and are not a medical device or a substitute for orientation and mobility training, medical advice, or other professional services.

07/29/2026

🍦You're Invited to Our First Gathering Place: Ice Cream Social!🍦

We're excited to kick off The Gathering Place with a fun Ice Cream Social! Come enjoy a sweet treat, meet new friends, and learn what this new monthly group is all about.

Whether you're looking for conversation, connection, laughter, or simply a reason to get out of the house, we'd love to have you join us!

📅 First Tuesday of Every Month
🗓️ Our First Gathering: Ice Cream Social!
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 SCMHA 127 S. Liberty St. Rushville, IL

The Gathering Place is designed for adults 55 and older and offers a welcoming space for fellowship, engaging activities, guest speakers, games, seasonal events, and more.

🍨 Reserve your spot today! Seating is limited.
📞 Call 217-322-4373

Bring a friend and come see what The Gathering Place is all about. We can't wait to welcome you into our growing community! ❤️

07/27/2026

📚 NEW DISCUSSION SERIES STARTS NEXT WEEK! 🌿

Have you heard everyone talking about The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins?

Now is your chance to explore it together in a welcoming, supportive group!

Join us as we discuss practical ways to:
💚 Let go of what you can't control
💚 Reduce stress and overwhelm
💚 Build healthier relationships
💚 Find more peace and confidence
💚 Apply simple tools that can make a big difference in everyday life

📅 Starts Wednesday August 5th
🕘 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

📍 Schuyler County Mental Health Association
127 S. Liberty St.
Rushville, IL 62681

📞 217-322-4373

Whether you've already read the book or are just curious about what The Let Them Theory is all about, everyone is welcome! Come enjoy meaningful conversation, new perspectives, and connect with others in a supportive environment.

✨ No pressure. No judgment. Just a great conversation.

07/21/2026

🌽💛 Sweet Corn Giveaway! 💛🌽

Thanks to the generosity of Farmer Aaron & Family, we have FREE fresh sweet corn to share with our community!

Stop by and grab some while supplies last. Fresh, locally grown sweet corn is a summer favorite, and we're excited to help get it into the hands of our neighbors.

A huge thank you to Farmer Aaron & Family for their kindness and support of our community. Your generosity is making a difference!

📍 Schuyler County Mental Health Association
127 S. Liberty Street
Rushville, IL

🌽 First come, first served while supplies last!

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post so we can reach as many families as possible. ❤️