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One Criticism Mental Health Services Fulfill "Outpost Plan" PAGE 7 • PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY It, IVM Mental health services being provided by the Family Service and Mental. Health Clinic of McHenry county are fulfilling the "outpost plan" envisioned for localized centers when Illinois' mental health program was revitalized in the early r Montini Middle School The Montini eighth grade basketball team closed out its home and conference season by handing Big Hollow School its first loss of the season 42 -40 on Feb. 10. Big Hollow, unbeaten ip fifteen games up to this game, held a six point half-time lead, but the Mustangs charged back with a seventeen point third quarter and added nine more in the fourth quarter to wrap up the victory and give the Mustangs a 7-3 record and a tie for second place in the conference. Tom Balchunas played the finest game of his career by scoring seventeen points and Tim Sabatka played another game by scoring eleven. Good performances were also turned in by Mike Sharp, Ron Waytula, Dwight Schmitt and Bob Moehling. The seventh grade Mustangs lost to Big Hollow 38-31 despite a fine fourteen point game by Chris Freund. In a game played Feb. 11 the Montini eighth grade basket­ ball team defeated Parkland, 48-47, at Parkland's gym Dwight Schmitt's clutch free throw in the closing seconds of the game gave the Mustangs the victory. Tom Balchunas led the Mustangs with 22 points, Tim Sabatka had 8 and Mike Sharp 7. - Montini will participate in the annual Diocesan Tournament to be held at Marian Central High School Feb. 14-15 and 21- 22. 1960's, Dr. Francis Gerty told annual meeting guests last week. Dr. Gerty, one of the men most responsible for the suc­ cessful re-structuring of Illinois' care for the mentally ill in the early 1960's, said the revitalized plan called for community craters now. The idea was to get away from state hospitals in­ stitutionalizing patients away from their communities. Localized outpatient service is being conducted by centers such as the Family Service clinic at McHenry. He referred to the growing number of cases being handled at the McHenry clinic and the five outpost units which are an integral part of the total programs of service. But Dr. Gerty, nationally acclaimed psychiatrist and former head of the University of Illinois Medical school's Department of Psychiatry, issued one criticism for McHenry county's efforts to care for the mentally ill. Dr. Gerty, head of the Illinois Department of Mental Health in the early 1960's when he spearheaded the major changes, said McHenry county citizens need hospital facilities in McHenry county capable of helping the mentally ill. "You have no beds to offer patients who may require short-term mental health care in a hospital. If these facilities were more prevalent in our nation, I believe much of the medical legal difficulties would be avoided," he continued. Dr. Gerty said he would like to see a Community where "every person realizes he might need help sometime to preserve his mental health." He complimented the Family Service clinic leaders for building a staff with full time psychiatric coverage, three to four psychologists, mental health nurses, and others trained in this special phase of mental health care. The 84-year-old Dr. Gerty displayed a keen grasp of the step® achieved in mental health care improvement in McHenry county during the past seventeen years. The number of cases opened annually ranges from 167 in that first year - 1960--to 337 in 1966-10 years ago. The totkl has grown rapidly the past few years as Dr. Gerty noted: 1,183 in 1971; 1,191 in 1972; 1,400 in 1973; 1,534 in 1974; and 1,804 last year. These 1,804 cases are categorized as follows: 87, sustaining care; 1,167, mental health; 219, family service; 145, hospital program; 159, alcohol abuse; and 27, drug abuse. During the year staff members had a total of 17,030 interviews with patients. The clinic received 2,205 calls for services, highest total in history. Previous high was 2,079 in 1974. Mario Perez, retiring president, cited the growth in office services with the branches in Woodstock and Cary. m said the board had upgraded benefits available to staff members to make em­ ployment more equitable. ' "Increased awareness by the community in the work of clinic has resulted in the an­ nouncement of dates when the board will meet. The Mental Health 708 board is showing increased interest since it has a full time specialist, Dennis Smith, to develop a com­ prehensive plan for mental health care in McHenry county. The Mental Health 708 board reviewed its contract with the Family Service clinic and the contract was revised." PATRICIA J. KUNTZ Patricia J. Kuntz. 4706 Wilmot road, McHenry, died Thursday, Feb. 12, in McHenry hospital. She was 51 years of age Mrs. Kuntz was born Oct. 27, 1924 in McHenry, the daughter of Herbert and Hazel (Thoennis) Anderson. She had been employed as an electrical testing supervisor. Survivors include one daughter, Mrs. Carol Lynn Perchke, McCullom Lake; one son, Steven, at home; two grandchildren; her mother, Mrs. Hazel Roy, Hallendale, FL.; and one brother, Herbert Anderson, McHenry Her husband, Rodger, preceded her in death in 1964. Visitation was held at the George R. J us ten and Son funeral home after 4 p.m. Friday. A funeral Mass was offered in St. John the Baptist Catholic church, Johnsburg, Saturday at 9:90 a.m. Burial was in the church cemetery. A newspaper, like a friend, is missed when not available. Innocent Party "You mustn't pull the cat's tail." a mother warn­ ed her small son. "I'm only holding it. Mom." theyoung- ster replied seriously. "The cat is pulling." On February 21, 1776, at Cambridge. Ma., once again Washington felt compelled to send out officers to procure good arms and recruit men for the army. It was forbidden to enlist boys, old men or slaves. The diary,of a Private How re­ corded that on this day "Liet. Chandled died of the Small pox at the pest house." mm McHenry Saving? brings you fine For Your Home Or Office choose from our large selection of lithographs at a fraction of their usual cost when you deposit *25°° or more. A Now you can own a fine lithograph at remar­ kable low prices. A wide selection of styles, sub­ jects and sizes to decor­ ate your hqme or office to your owtV taste. Pri­ ced from $15 to $40, in­ cluding glass and frame. Complete with glass and frame To obtain your lithograph at our low cost, just deposit $25 or more in a McHenry Savings account and make your selection. Hurry ... while selection is complete! EARN UP TO 7%% ON YOUR SAVINGS McHenry Savings Wm AMD LOAM ASSOCIATION W • 1209 North Green Street 10520 Main Street McHenry. Hlinois Richmond. Illinois i *4 • 385-3000 678-2061 SAVERS HOURS: *00 •jn. to 4J0 p.m. Monday. Tuesday and Thursday. 900 to 8 00 insurance Hospital Auxiliary "" * * Recognize 25,500 Hours Of Service lipflprniis nrnii* hoitwH MI that position at this meetina discussed the a in Orvatal > Generous praise heaped on members of the auxiliary to McHenry hospital is not new, but the extent and the reasons for accolades at the annual meeting recently were dif­ ferent. A large gift to the hospital, more than 25.500 hours of volunteer service and changes in leadership of certain key programs contributed to the heartfelt outpouring. Anthony Corcoran, executive director of McHenry hospital, called attention to the 25,563 hours of volunteer services and the $16,000 sift as he paid tribute to the people who comprise this powerful force in behalf of patients at the hospital. -V He said half of the gift is being used for the Mobile In­ tensive Care unit equipment which is being connected with rescue squads that depend on McHenry hospital for their emergency room service. Corcoran said the system is being connected with neigh­ boring hospitals in the county as he pointed out the hospitals are cooperating significantly to provide ever-improving health care. He pointed out that a significant part of the emergency care in the cooperative program is staffed by trained volunteers who expand the amount of help the hospitals and others in the health care field can provide. Mrs. Theodore Van Buren, president of the auxiliary, discussed some of the major changes in auxiliary management as she paid tribute to those faithful people. Mrs. Edna Marston, manager of the coffee shop for many years, died during the past year. She is succeeded in that responsibility by Mrs. Edward Deener. Mrs. Charles Spencer, director of the volunteer ser­ vices for several years after she had served as assistant director for a period, resigned that position at this meeting and Mrs. Ralph Quin is assuming that responsiblity Mr Corcoran presented Mrs. Spencer with a plaque to ex­ press the appreciation of the hospital administration with her many years of volunteer service Mrs. Arthur Rortvet, manager of the Pink Lady Shoppe for many years, retired and Mrs. Eugene Karlsen agreed to fulfill that job The Pink Ijidy shoppe is one of the significant ways the auxiliary raises funds Featured on the program was a presentation concerning the Rescue Squad. William Beck 9 discussed the equipment used by these volunteers Miss Karen Eckstein. EMT teacher, told how the rescue squad operates and how people can assist when rescue squad members come to a home in answer to an emergency call She explained what in­ formation should be given at the initial call to help rescue squad members prepare for the emergency Her vivid description of how they proceed and provide care drew warm praise from an attentive audience . Mrs. Roland Herrmann announced the Fashion show will be held this year on March » in Crystal Lake Mrs Rortvet corremponding secretary te AB the position held by Mrs. Charles Eeles. Mrs. Eelee retired from the board, rifted 1 to the board for ti each were Mrs. Wi man Mrs Jack Keteey. 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