Rosecrance Director Recognized as Frontline Honoree

Amy Young lauded for expanding access to quality behavioral health care.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Amy Young, the Director of Nursing at Rosecrance Behavioral Health in Champaign, Illinois, has been named a Frontline Honoree for her leadership in expanding access to quality behavioral health care, including through the design and implementation of the organization's medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program and championing high-quality, inclusive care for pregnant women facing substance use and psychiatric disorders.

Why it matters

Young's recognition as a Frontline Honoree highlights the critical role that frontline healthcare workers play in improving access to essential behavioral health services, especially for underserved populations. Her work at Rosecrance has contributed to meaningful outcomes, including a 28% reduction in relapse rates among MAT program participants.

The details

As the Director of Nursing at Rosecrance Behavioral Health, Amy Young has been instrumental in expanding access to evidence-based care for individuals facing substance use and psychiatric disorders. She played a key role in designing and implementing the organization's medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program, which now serves hundreds of clients each year. Additionally, Young provides leadership for one of northern Illinois' only medical detox programs for pregnant women, ensuring high-quality, inclusive care for a population that often encounters stigma and limited treatment options.

  • On February 4, 2026, Amy Young was named a Frontline Honoree by Rosecrance Behavioral Health.

The players

Amy Young

The Director of Nursing at Rosecrance Behavioral Health, recognized as a Frontline Honoree for her leadership in expanding access to quality behavioral health care.

Dr. Raymond Garcia

The Chief Medical Officer at Rosecrance Behavioral Health, who praised Young as the kind of frontline leader who reminds the organization why they do this work.

Rosecrance Behavioral Health

A behavioral health organization in Champaign, Illinois, where Amy Young serves as the Director of Nursing.

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What they’re saying

“Amy is the kind of frontline leader who reminds us why we do this work. Her patients know they matter. Her team knows they're not alone. And our organization is better because she's part of it.”

— Dr. Raymond Garcia, Chief Medical Officer (Chambana Today)

The takeaway

Amy Young's recognition as a Frontline Honoree underscores the vital role that dedicated healthcare professionals play in improving access to essential behavioral health services, particularly for underserved populations. Her work at Rosecrance Behavioral Health has led to meaningful outcomes, demonstrating the impact that frontline leaders can have in redefining and expanding quality care.