Trinity Services Inc.

Dear Friends of Trinity Services; On behalf of our entire Trinity family, and especially the people we serve, I want to personally thank those of you who have given so generously to Trinity Services in the past. Your wonderful donations in 2022 made it possible for Trinity to fulfill its mission to help people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs flourish so they may live full and abundant lives. Today, we support over 5,800 children and adults across Illinois through autism programs, behavioral health services, community day services, counseling services and clinics, employment services, residential services, respite care, therapeutic horseback riding program, and of course, the Trinity School where it all began back in 1950. If you have not already done so, please consider a donation to Trinity Services. Your generous gift is tax deductible, and every single dollar helps us to achieve our essential mission. To make a donation today, please visit https://lnkd.in/g2hx7AZx. To learn more, contact Sherry Ladislas, Director of Development, at sladislas@trinityservices.org or call (815) 717-3750.   Again, thank you for your generous support. Because of friends like you, we truly do make a difference in the lives of so many. Happy Holidays, Raymond D. McShane Trinity Services Board Chairperson

Good morning! Today is Giving Tuesday! Feel the good that comes from giving and make a difference today in the lives of people with disabilities and mental health needs. Your gift helps people supported by Trinity Services through residential programs, community services, meaningful work, and much more. So please be generous. To donate go to trinityservices.org/donate. Thank you for your kindness and support. Your friends at Trinity Services

New IDHS Secretary Visits Trinity Services! On Friday, November 17, 2023, Trinity Services received a visit from the newly appointed Secretary of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), Dulce Quintero. Governor JB Pritzker appointed Quintero to the position in September 2023. Before that, Quintero served as IDHS Assistant Secretary of Operations beginning in 2019, where they led the department’s COVID-19 response with a focus on equity, and oversaw areas such as human capital, information technology, budget, and finance. Quintero is a an award-winning and prominent community builder and innovator, having long served Illinoisans in both the health care and human services sectors, with a particular focus on LGBTQIA services and advocacy. “It is so important for our Department to visit nonprofit organizations in person,” said Quintero. “I was very impressed with Trinity Services.” Before joining IDHS, Quintero served as Director of Operations for the Erie Humboldt Park Health Center, a community health center providing affordable and comprehensive medical services on Chicago’s Northwest side. There, they led day-to-day operations and implemented programs including a comprehensive HIV Care program, dental services, and a family practice medical residency. Under Quintero’s leadership, the health care center grew to serve over 9,400 patients annually. Quintero holds a bachelor’s degree from University of California-Davis, and they have completed a non-profit leadership academy with The Center for Leadership. Quintero credits the integration of their identities as a Mexican immigrant, LGBTQIA activist, former street vendor, member of the community of people with disabilities, and non-profit leader as meaningfully informing their career at IDHS. Thane A. Dykstra, Ph.D., President and CEO of Trinity Services, gave Secretary Quintero and the IDHS staff a tour of Trinity’s facilities including residential homes and apartments and CDS programs. “We definitely appreciate Secretary Quintero the IDHS staff making time to see our facilities,” said Dykstra. “It was a very enjoyable visit.” From left to right: Joy Decker, Deputy Director, Community Service Progra, Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities, Sarah Myerscough-Mueller, Chief of Staff, Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities, Thane Dykstra, Ph.D., President and CEO of Trinity Services, Dulce Quintero, Secretary, Illinois Department of Human Services, and Priya Khatkate, Policy Advisor, Illinois Department of Human Services.

Free Estate Planning Seminar! No matter your income or situation, everyone needs a plan. Have your special needs trust or revocable living trust completed for free. Get practical guidance and avoid costly and lengthy probate. Financial Planning Ministry will create your documents at no cost. Free seminar, Saturday, November 18, 2023, 9:00 am, at Trinity Services, 301 Veterans Parkway, New Lenox, Illinois 60451. To register, or for more information, please contact Sherry Ladislas, Director of Development, at 815-717-3750, or email Sherry at sladislas@trinityservices.org. This service is offered by Trinity Services in partnership with Financial Planning Ministry.

Feel the good that comes from giving this holiday season!

A Brush with Destiny - Trinity Paint Night Brings Out the Artist in Everyone! Last night, Roxy in Lockport played host to the Trinity Paint Night. Monica Adamo and Meaghan South provided wonderful step-by-step instruction so guests could create their own masterpiece. Thank you for supporting Trinity Services!

Dinner Dance Raises Money for Trinity Services Trinity Services held its 34th Annual Dinner Dance and Auction at The Odyssey in Tinley Park on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner and danced to the sounds of Bella's Second Shot Band. They also had fun bidding on silent and live auction items including a trip to Hawaii and a gourmet dinner prepared by Master Chef Tim Bucci, one of only 67 Master Chefs in the United States. The Trinity mission is to provide the highest quality person-directed services and supports to people with disabilities and mental illness so they may flourish and lead full and abundant lives. Thank you for supporting Trinity Services! See you next year!

Look who stopped by yesterday. The wonderful animals from STRIDES!

We are so grateful for our DSPs!! Happy National Direct Support Professionals week!

Yesterday was the start of Direct Support Professionals (DSP) week. A special thank you to all our Difference Makers—your dedication and passion is truly amazing!