The 708 Mental Health Board is dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellness of Cicero residents. We work to ensure that individuals and families have access to quality care, timely resources, and supportive services throughout the community through the Mental Health, Behavior Health, and Developmental Disabilities (405 ILCS20/) Commnity Mental Health Act of Illinois. 

What We Do

• Assess local mental health trends and identify service gaps to understand community needs

• Develop strategic and financial plans to support behavioral health services

• Release public funding opportunities and select service providers through a proposal process

• Connect residents with trusted local providers for counseling, therapy, crisis response, and other essential services

• Monitor the performance and financial accountability of funded agencies

• Advocate for mental wellness through education, outreach, and community engagement

• Promote awareness of local mental health and developmental disability resources

• Work to reduce stigma and ensure mental health is recognized as a vital part of overall well-being
  
  

Access to Care for Everyone in Our Community

Mental Health services include but are not limited to the services listed below. If you or a loved one are in need of support, we encourage you to reach out to us, even if the specific service you are looking for is not listed on this page. Our team is here to help connect you with the appropriate resources, programs, or organizations that can best meet your needs.

We are committed to providing information and referrals to ALL individuals and families seeking help, regardless of race, gender, religion, age, legal status, or background. Our goal is to ensure that everyone in our community has access to the care and assistance they deserve.

Mental Health Services: Individual, Couple, and Family Counseling. Psychiatric Evaluations, Monitoring, and Medication. Juvenile Delinquency Prevention, Treatment, and Counseling for Ages 9-18. 24-Hour Access To Counselors.

Domestic Violence: 24-Hour Crisis Hotline. Emergency Shelters. Transitional Housing. Court Advocacy. Children’s Counseling. Abuse Prevention Services. Assistance With Order of Protections and Restraining Orders.

Senior Care: Case Management. Case Advocacy and Support. Housekeeping and Homemaker Services. Legal Services. Social Clubs. Respite Care. Transportation.

Disabilities: Placement Services. Vocational Evaluations. Children and Adult Services. Case Management. Advocacy. Assessments.

Substance Abuse: Outpatient Counseling. Individual and Group Treatment. Relapse Prevention. Recovery Planning. Education. Referrals to Detox and Inpatient Programs.

Meet the Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is led by a group of dedicated individuals who bring a wide range of experience and a deep commitment to improving the lives of Cicero residents. Each member offers valuable insight drawn from their professional backgrounds and community involvement. The current Board includes Nicole Chlada Galarza, who serves as President, along with Kelly Giovanelli, Whitney DeLong, Maria Punzo Arias, Elizabeth Lopez, Mary Hernandez, and Joe Virruso. Together, they work to ensure that everyone in the community has access to quality mental health care and supportive services.

Organizations Supported by the Town of Cicero &  Illinois Community Mental Health Act (405 ILCS 20)