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Creative Mental Healthcare
Through art therapy, growth and healing are a true work of heart BY VALERIE HARDY The use of art in therapy has reshaped the landscape of mental healthcare, allowing clients a path to healing through creative expression rather than solely through conversation. In private clinics, community agencies, and school settings, trained practitioners provide supportive spaces…
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The Vatev brothers win consecutive events to help the Red Devils win the state title By Jeff Vorva | Photos by Jeff Vorva Matthew and Luke Vatev have experienced a lot of spectacular accomplishments together during their swimming careers. The Hinsdale Central brothers have been on state-championship teams and comprised half of the 200-yard medley…
Read MoreFunny Performances, Serious Hardware
Stromberg’s humor helps Hinsdale Central win state speech championship By Jeff Vorva Who would have guessed that a funnyman from Minnesota who sometimes goes under the character name of Bobby Bean would help Hinsdale Central win a state championship in speech? Bob Stromberg is an actor and comedian as well as the grandfather of Red…
Read MoreLiving the Olympic Dream
Warren competes for the USA in speed skating at the Winter Olympics By Jeff Vorva Sarah Warren grew up loving two sports. Soccer and speed skating. That’s not a combination that usually goes hand-in-hand, and eventually the Willowbrook native and Hinsdale South standout went the soccer route for college and attended the University of Illinois.…
Read MoreCommunity First
Hinsdalean prioritizes connection in nonprofit healthcare work By Anna Hughes Kristin Tweihs has dedicated her life to improving the health and well-being of communities across the country, including her own. For 20 years, the Hinsdale resident has spent her career at the intersection of public health and healthcare quality partnerships, focusing on bringing innovative improvements…
Read MoreDr. Paula S. Malhotra
SKN Institute For Dr. Paula Malhotra, dermatology is about far more than treating skin. It is about helping patients feel confident, understood, and genuinely supported at every step of their care. At SKN Institute in Elmhurst, she blends advanced medical technology with a compassionate, patient-centered approach, ensuring every visit prioritizes both outcomes and experience. Her…
Read MoreFrom Boardrooms to Exam Rooms
Why medical offices are moving into corporate space By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff For decades, Oak Brook has stood as one of the western suburbs’ premier business destinations. Corporate headquarters, professional service firms, and regional offices were drawn to its polished campuses, central location, and seamless access to major highways. Today, those same buildings are…
Read MoreCelebrating SEASPAR
After 50 years of service, a local special recreation association remains an invaluable asset to the community By Valerie Hardy The South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation (SEASPAR) is a special recreation association (SRA) committed to helping its participants discover abilities, achieve potential, realize dreams, and – perhaps most importantly – have fun!…
Read MoreThe Future of Preventive Care
By Hinsdale Magazine Group Staff With the constant stream of technological advancements and the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI), the future of medicine is evolving faster than ever. More and more people are taking a proactive approach towards their health, embracing daily tracking and at-home testing as a part of their routine. For those…
Read MoreA Mature Amateur
River Forest Country Club prepares to host the Women’s Western Amateur golf tournament By Valerie Hardy | Photos courtesy of the Women’s Golf Association One of the world’s most prestigious amateur golf championships is coming to Elmhurst this summer. From July 6–11, River Forest Country Club will host the 126th Women’s Western Amateur, widely considered…
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