To view the full presentation that was included at my Community Town Hall event on Oct. 16, 2024, which includes information on the acquisition of St. Joesph's Hospital, provided by Prime Healthcare click here: Prime-Ascension_IL_Elected_Officials_Town_Hall_October_2024.pdf.

JOLIET – State Senator Rachel Ventura will be co-hosting a community town hall with representatives from Ascension Illinois and Prime Healthcare on Oct. 16 to discuss the recent acquisition of St. Joseph Hospital.

“I highly encourage residents, local leaders and health care workers to attend this town hall, which will provide an opportunity to learn about future plans for the hospital, services provided and how extensive care programs may be changed,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “By providing this space for questions and comments, I hope we can alleviate some of the confusion surrounding this new acquisition and make sure all community members’ concerns are heard.”

The free event will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 16 from 2-4 p.m. at the Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch located at 3395 Black Road in Joliet. Coffee and donuts will also be served.

Residents with questions can contact Ventura’s district office at 331-290-0443 or on her website.

Additionally, the full slideshow presentation provided by Prime Healthcaremay be found here: Prime-Ascension_IL_Elected_Officials_Town_Hall_October_2024.pdf.

JOLIET — State Senator Rachel Ventura recently announced starting this month, Southern Illinois University is hosting its Cycle Rider Safety Training Program motorcycle classes on a limited basis, including at Joliet Junior College.

“We are excited to see this popular safety training program for new motorcyclists come back to Will County,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “By offering these courses, and encouraging drivers to see motorcycles on the road and – in turn – reducing motorcycle crashes, we can help prevent loss of life and give the best safety training available to new riders.”

The Illinois Department of Transportation’s Cycle Rider Safety Training Program, which was established in 1976, offers motorcycle-riding skills at three levels, from novice users and intermediate operators as well as advanced techniques for seasoned riders.

JOLIET — State Senator Rachel Ventura recently announced that a total of $66,297 has been granted to Joliet Junior College’s Adult Volunteer Literacy Program.

“These grant dollars will improve literacy levels, which will help improve people’s academic careers and help them become lifelong learners,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “Investing in our libraries and aiding individuals with skills in reading, writing, math or improving their English proficiency is one of the greatest gifts we can back to the community.”

The grants were awarded by Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias, who has awarded nearly $22 million for library services and $6 million for literacy programs throughout the state.