Name
03. School-Based & Community Partnerships: Hard Lessons and What Works
Date & Time
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
Speakers
Amy Hill, MSW, PhD, LCSW, Executive Vice President, School-Based Services, Centerstone
Wendy Ralston, MSN MBA PMH-BC, Director, Nursing Operations and Behavioral Health Services, Trinity Health
Michael Midgette, Chief Growth Officer, Thriveworks
Dee Atkins, Chief of Community Engagement, Thresholds
Wendy Ralston, MSN MBA PMH-BC, Director, Nursing Operations and Behavioral Health Services, Trinity Health
Michael Midgette, Chief Growth Officer, Thriveworks
Dee Atkins, Chief of Community Engagement, Thresholds
Description
School Based and Community Partnerships: Hard Lessons and What Works examines strategies for connecting behavioral health services with schools and local organizations. Panelists will share successes, challenges, and practical insights. Attendees will learn how to build effective collaborations that improve youth access, strengthen outcomes, and create sustainable community mental health support.
Location Name
Crystal C (West Tower - Lobby Level)
Full Address
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Sophie Eydis, Assistant Editor, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
seydis@beckershealthcare.com