On January 28, 2010, for the first time in IPS history, a U.S. Congressman visited the IPS office.  IPS Leadership and residents met with Congressman Foster (IL-14) at his request.  The Congressman is very interested in mental health issues related to veterans and military.  IPS placed a particular emphasis in discussing the families of military and veterans, and their need for mental health care. The Congressman is interested in working with IPS on this matter. We thank Congressman Foster for taking the time to meet with us.