October is Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month! This month, we join the national conversation to highlight the power of prevention and its positive impact on communities across the country. Together, we can build healthier, safer communities.

Thank you to Elaine Zimmerman from Pergis LLC for the generous donation of Listerine, Aveeno, and Magna-Tiles! #MutualGround #PergisLLC #ThankYou

Tomorrow is the last day to donate new or gently used costumes to Mutual Ground! 🎃

⭐ We are ONE DAY AWAY from Kendall County's Take Back The Night⭐ Join us for a powerful evening dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence and standing in solidarity with survivors!

A huge thank you to Windy Acre Farms for their generous donation of pumpkins and tickets! Your support helps make our fall season even brighter! 🍂 #MutualGround #WindyAcreFarms #ThankYou

Check out our Community Engagement Advocate, Laurie, and our Legal Advocate, Fran, representing Mutual Ground at the Aurora University Volunteer Fair!

Today, we honor the history, culture, and resilience of Indigenous peoples. Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a time to reflect, learn, and acknowledge the rich traditions and ongoing contributions of Native communities across the country.

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, Mutual Ground would like to honor the voices and lasting impact of the Hispanic and Latino Community, celebrating vibrant traditions, resilient stories, and the colorful tapestry of cultures that enrich our society. #MutualGround

⭐ Flashback Friday ⭐ Taking it back to 2015 💜 when our amazing volunteers decorated the Mansion fence with purple ribbons for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The color purple stands for courage and hope—a powerful symbol of strength and solidarity with survivors.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Faith Lutheran Church for their generous donation. Your support helps us continue our mission and serve our community. #MutualGround #ThankYou #FaithLutheranChurch

Thursday, October 16th was Purple Thursday, a national day of action during Domestic Violence Awareness Month where people wear purple to show support for survivors and raise awareness. 💜 Check out our staff joining the movement and standing in solidarity! #MutualGround #DVAM

Today is the last day to join our Accelerated Parenting Program! A 6-week program designed for community members seeking parenting support and education outside of court or agency mandates. Learn more: mutualground.org/accelerated-pa…

Our team was excited to connect with the community at the Wayside Cross Cultural Event! Community Engagement Advocate Laurie, Family Service Counselor Liz, and volunteer Jennifer shared information about Mutual Ground’s services and resources with attendees.

Join us next week, Tuesday, October 28th at 8:00 AM at Grace Coffee and Wine for our Coffee Talks with Mutual Ground with Evelyn Perteet, our Residential Manager! ☕

⭐MUTUAL GROUND IS HIRING ⭐ Join our mission of providing a safe environment where individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, and substance use are able to reclaim their power. Learn More: mutualground.org/careers

Join us for DEA National Prescription Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25th from 10 AM - 2 PM at the Aurora and Sugar Grove Police Departments. Safely dispose of unused or expired medications and help prevent misuse and abuse.

Today is #GiveForDV Day! Support survivors of domestic violence by donating to Mutual Ground. Your gift provides shelter, crisis support, counseling, advocacy & more. Together, we can break the cycle of violence. givefordv.nnedv.org/organizations/…

⭐ Flashback Friday ⭐ Over the years, we’ve worked to bring our services closer to the communities we serve. Throughout the years, we have been able to open satellite offices in Batavia, the Kendall County Courthouse, and Yorkville.

In September, our Substance Use Treatment Manager, Tamara Johnson, led an insightful Coffee Talks with Mutual Ground discussion on the journey of recovery from substance use. A big thank you to everyone who joined us and to Juicehead Café for generously hosting!

Thank you to Josh Hoecker of Boy Scout Troop 3 in Aurora for completing his Eagle Scout Project with Mutual Ground! Josh built a Little Library—a small, free book exchange where anyone can take a book or leave a book—and filled it with books to share with our community. 📚