Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc.

Providing comprehensive, bilingual mental healthcare and substance use treatment to Chicago’s under-resourced communities for almost 50 years.

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Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

At HAS, we are proud to honor the history, culture, and contributions of the Hispanic/Latino community. 💜

From our bilingual, culturally responsive care to our deep roots in Chicago and suburban neighborhoods, we remain committed!

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I AM HAS! Meet Jovon, our Harm Reduction Coordinator. He is passionate about serving others and believes strong communities are built through connection, compassion, and support. Thank you, for your dedication to harm reduction, public health, and the people we serve each day.

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I AM HAS! Meet Ramon, a dedicated Peer Support Specialist at our Living Room. Ramon brings a powerful blend of lived experience and professional commitment to his role. At HAS, Ramon is more than a peer specialist, he is a source of understanding, connection, and hope!

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HAS honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country this Memorial Day. Please note that all HAS offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

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HAS was proud to participate in the Summit of Hope outreach event continuing our commitment to prevention, education, and community wellness. Alongside our partners at TASC, HAS co-tabled during the event to provide gambling prevention resources, educational materials, and info!

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🌷Happy Mother’s Day from Healthcare Alternative Systems

We would like everyone to celebrate the strength, love, resilience, and compassion of mothers and mother figures everywhere. Thank you for the countless ways you support, nurture, and uplift your families and communities!

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WE ARE HAS! Our Broadview team shows up every day with compassion, dedication, and a commitment to making a difference.Through behavioral health services, substance use treatment, and recovery support, they are helping individuals and families build stronger, healthier futures.

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💚 Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

This May, Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) is proud to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to break the stigma, embrace wellness, and prioritize care for ourselves and our communities.
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

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Raising Awareness. Strengthening Communities.

HAS was proud to attend the 3rd Annual Asian-American Conference on Problem Gambling hosted by the Illinois Council on Problem Gambling on May 1, 2026 with @areyoureallywinning? #PreventionMatters

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Honored for Impact. Driven by Partnership. HAS is proud to share that we have been selected as a 2026 CARRE Honoree in recognition of our outstanding partnership in advancing coordinated reentry services through the Supportive Reentry Network Collaborative (SRNC).

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At HAS, our impact starts with dedicated individuals like Tiffany, Gambling & Outreach Coordinator. She plays a vital role in connecting individuals/families to critical resources, raising awareness around problem gambling, and ensuring our communities have access to supports.

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HAS was proud to participate in the 15th District Block Club Convention & Job Fair! Our Belmont Cragin Living Room team—Alfonso and Destiny—connected with over 50 community members, sharing resources, services, and support available through HAS!

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Our Recovery Services Program hosted Housing 101: Coordinated Entry/Housing Applications, bringing together staff/partners to support participants on their path toward stable housing and recovery. We continue to create spaces where education, resources, and support come together!

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HAS was honored to welcome IL State Senator Graciela Guzman for a recent site at our HQ. We shared insights on the critical issues impacting our programs and the communities we serve, including behavioral health, and ongoing support services! We are HAS, here for our community!

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HAS hosted our Seeds to Strength wellness event at the Belmont Cragin Living Room and the turnout was incredible! Community members came together for an afternoon of connection, learning, and growth. Thanks to all who joined us and made the event so special! Check out the photos!

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Join HAS at the 15th District Block Club Convention & Job Fair!
📍 Michele Clark High School
🗓 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Come connect with our team, learn about our services, and explore resources and job opportunities available in your community!

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Our team was recently in Back of the Yards community, partnering with the Peace and Education Coalition at The Port to strengthen community connections and expand access to gambling prevention resources. If you or someone needs support, call 312-850-0050 ext. 7 to learn more.

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📢 Holiday Closure Notice📢 In observance of Good Friday, HAS will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 6, 2026. Thank you, and we wish you a peaceful and reflective Good Friday. 💙

— Healthcare Alternative Systems

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Welcome to the team! 🎉

We were excited to host our New Employee Orientation this week and officially welcome our newest staff to the HAS family. At Healthcare Alternative Systems, every new team member brings passion, purpose, and a commitment to serving our communities.

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Seeds to Strength/Wellness Event! Join us for an interactive wellness event at the HAS Living Room in Belmont Cragin on April 21, 2026 [2:00–4:00 PM] at 5001 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL. Come connect, learn, and grow with us! We are HAS. Here for our communities.

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Community Outreach in Action! This week our team joined the Far South Side ROSC Council & a training on Healthy Relationships & Strong Communities. We also conducted gambling prevention outreach: 5 engagements, 10 screenings, and 1 individual linked to services.
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