After 32 Years of Teaching for the Oconomowoc School District, I have decided to retire. I have always been an advocate for our children and our community. People have asked me what I want for my retirement. In lieu of any gifts for me, I ask for a donation to Rodgers Memorial Hospital in memory of my brother, Michael Kutschenreuter. On September 11, 2008, my brother died of a heroin overdose. He left behind a son and a family that loved him. Michael was an artist, had an impeccable sense of humor, was an incredible brother, and an outstanding father. He loved his son more than anything in this world. Sadly enough he could never get a hold of his addictions. If you have ever lost a friend or family member to an addiction, you know firsthand how painful it can be. It is like having your arm amputated... you learn how to survive, but your life will never be the same. Roger's Memorial Hospital was the last place my brother was in treatment. While he couldn't get a hold of his addictions, there was a doctor at Rodgers that believed in him. Even bought him a red easel to encourage him to keep painting. Isn't that what life is about, believing in someone, giving someone hope, wanting to ride the bus with them when the limo has been taken away without judgment. I picked Michael up from Rodgers Memorial Hospital the day he was released...red easel in his hand... smiling from ear to ear. I have never seen him so happy. A memory I will always cherish. To this day the red easel is in my house with a picture of my brother on it. It makes me smile. In hopes of helping someone else battle the fight of Mental Health Issues and Addiction Issues please consider making a donation to Rodgers Memorial Hospital in memory of my brother, Michael Kutschenreuter. At the end of the day, it will honor everything I have believed in for the last 32 years... to show compassion, love, and the will to help others. With all my heart..... Rebecca

It's my birthday! To celebrate, I'm asking my friends and family to suppot a cause I'm passionate about! My husband, Arthur and I are proud to have founded this hospital more than 100 years ago. Our innovative treatment and dedication to evidence-based practices has helped transform how behavioral healthcare is practiced today. It has helped so many people seek recovery and live healthy, productive lives. I hope you will consider supporting my birthday fundraiser and help even more people get the care they need!

Hi, friends and loved ones! This is my personal fundraising page for the Arthur and Theresa Rogers Family Anniversary Fundraiser. Theresa and I did not want any giffts this year. Instead, we want to make a difference in the lives of those with mental health and addiction challenges. Rogers Behavioral Health raises funds for such things as FREE treatment for individuals with limited resources and variable insurance, research, spiritual care for patients during treatment, expanding to underserved areas, and program support/technology. I hope you will consider supporting us by either donation or becoming a fundraiser on our team! Thank you!