The Loren "Half" Robinson Foundation

12/03/2021

"People are struggling even more now than ever. Anything we can do to help people is really important, but it does take buy-in and it does take recognition by others that these things are needed."

Even as we emerge from the coronavirus pandemic, the ongoing opioid epidemic continues to get worse, studies show.

11/24/2021

Meet our newest member of the LHRF family! Dr. Constance A. Fullilove, PH.D. has an extensive background in clinical practice for many years. She was Clinical Psychologist at the Cook County Health and Hospital Systems, where she provided therapy to adults and families within the County's network. She has also taught at several Chicago institutions, including Northwestern University and Roosevelt University. She is a member of the American Psychological Association and one of Who's Who of American Women. We are pleased to have Dr. Fullilove join the team, and work with our clients to be their best selves and take control of their health!

11/22/2021

WE WERE HONORED to participate at the recent Chicago Community Care Fair this past Saturday 11/20. Thanks to our staff members Maldalena Maldonado and Michael Oliveros for representing the Foundation!

11/19/2021

Don't forget -- we're at the Chicago Community Care Fair tomorrow Sat, from 11a-3p (11840 South Marshfield)!

11/15/2021

COME SEE US on Saturday, November 20 from 11am to 3pm, at the 2021 Chicago Community Care Fair (11840 South Marshfield Avenue, Chicago, IL 60643). We'll meet with the community, and provide info and resources about the Loren "Half" Robinson Foundation. There will be a variety of medical services, including flu and COVID-19 shots, and giveaways for children and families. Everyone is welcome! www.halfrob.org

11/10/2021

Congratulations to MICHAEL OLIVEROS, our Featured Staff Member! Michael is a Counselor at The Loren "Half" Robinson Foundation, and has been with us since 2020. He has recently assessed, prepared treatment plans and provided success tools for more than 19 of our participants. Because of his efforts, 80% of our participants are successfully walking through the recovery process and on their way to achieving and maintaining sobriety. Michael is committed to go further to advocate for aftercare once participants complete the program.

Meet Michael and other LHRF staff at the upcoming Chicago Community Care Fair, Saturday November 20 from 11am to 3pm, at 11840 South Marshfield, Chicago, IL 60643.

THANK YOU, MICHAEL!

11/08/2021

MEET GREG.

"I abused narcotics and barbiturates ("street drugs") for the better part of 10 years. When I entered the program at LHRF, I thought I was hopelessly addicted. My friends and family were worried about my unpredictable mood swings and bizarre behavior. I feared that I would lose them.

On the first week of treatment, I was not a compliant patient at the clinic. But month by month, 2-3 times each week, I attended group sessions, and was warmly greeted by a room full of recovering addicts like myself. We spoke about the importance of acceptance, humility and making amends for past behaviors. I learned that I am not responsible for my addiction, but that I am responsible for my recovery.

As a client of the clinic, I met with the physicians and counselors on an individual basis. I was randomly screened for drugs; however, on the last three months of treatment, my screenings were clean of all drugs besides the medication that the clinic prescribed. After nine months of medication-assisted treatment, I requested to be detoxed out. After detoxing from the medications, I continued to take part in the group sessions.

Thanks to LHRF, my life has turned around completely. I received a Certificate of Achievement on September 1, 2020, I have two years of recovery, and I have two jobs. I went from someone that my friends and family tried to avoid to someone who is often sought out for advice or just to help someone with a problem. Today, I feel that I am a better husband, father, employee, friend, and member of society than I ever was before. I now live in hope, rather than fear."

We look forward to supporting more clients like Greg overcome the disease of opioid addiction!

The Loren "Half" Robinson Foundation is a private, not-for-profit, community-based, outpatient op**te maintenance treatment center. We are founded in 2013 and located on the West Side of Chicago.