As we close out #Childwelfareworker month, we wanted to share a message of thanks from our team to those who do #whateverittakes to support Illinois children and families.
More at: https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/child-welfare-worker-appreciation-month-2020/
Check out our new Igrow page for DeKalb county! Igrow connects expecting parents and parents with children up to age 3 to local home visiting programs and other resources to provide the tools they need to raise their children and reach their goals.
Igrow DeKalb County, IL
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September 28 at 7:30 PM ·
Family CARES is partnership between Northwestern Settlement and Children's Home & Aid. Learn more about the center's work and make sure to VOTE to help us win $25,000! https://www.neighborhoodassist.com/entry/2033074
Push NUSH to the top! Northwestern Settlement is in the running to receive $25,000 from State Farm Neighborhood Assist Program. Children’s Home & Aid provides critical mental health services at the Settlement's Family CARES Center. The funds will support therapy kits, technology upgrades and more.
VOTE HERE, VOTE OFTEN through Oct. 2! - https://www.neighborhoodassist.com/entry/2033074
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State Farm Neighborhood Assist® 2020
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How Can We Save Chicago Kids From Spiking Gun Violence? ‘We Need All Hands On Deck,’ Mediators, Activists Say
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
September 24 at 1:14 PM ·
“Choose to Change, a partnership between Youth Advocate Programs and Children's Home & Aid, is an example of a social program chipping away at the causes of violence — and offering the data to back it up.”
https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/09/23/how-can-we-save-chicago-kids-from-spiking-gun-violence-we-need-all-hands-on-deck-mediators-activists-say/
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
September 24 at 1:14 PM ·
“Choose to Change, a partnership between Youth Advocate Programs and Children's Home & Aid, is an example of a social program chipping away at the causes of violence — and offering the data to back it up.”
https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/09/23/how-can-we-save-chicago-kids-from-spiking-gun-violence-we-need-all-hands-on-deck-mediators-activists-say/
The Census ends September 30th - We need to make sure we count ALL Illinoisans and especially #CountAllKids If they are living at your address – they count! #2020Census
Join Children’s Home & Aid October Donor Town Hall Meeting, "Caring for the Children: An Update from the Rice Center”, tomorrow - Thursday, October 22 at noon!
Grab your lunch and join us! More at: https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/event/donortownhall/
Help brighten the holidays for our families this year! Visit our website to learn how to get involved: https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/chicagoholidaycampaign/
"We are still here, providing therapy to children and non-offending parents," said Jeannie Higdon, our support program manager. "And our Crisis Nursery and Family Visitation Center remain open."
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Children’s Home & Aid understands how vital it is to create awareness. We offer services to care for children and families exposed to violence, including the Butterfly Project, Family Visitation Center, and Crisis Nurseries. More at: https://www.pantagraph.com/news/local/bloomington-normal-domestic-violence-response-services-continue-despite-covid/article_c85f3b05-a498-5dd8-83ec-6a917daf9fdf.html
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Bloomington-Normal domestic violence response services continue, despite COVID
Did you know that a recently passed legislation offers you a way to support nonprofits, like Children’s Home & Aid, while receiving potential tax savings?
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, (CARES Act) was signed into law in to provide relief from the economic hardship of the pandemic. Learn more at: https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/tax-savings-into-a-brighter-future-for-every-child/
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This Year, Turn Your Tax Savings into a Brighter Future for Every Child! - Children's Home & Aid
Join Children’s Home & Aid October Donor Town Hall Meeting, "Caring for the Children: An Update from the Rice Center”, on Thursday, October 22 at noon.
Grab your lunch and join us! - https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/event/donortownhall/
#WeAreChildrensHomeAndAid #WhateverItTakes
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Children’s Home & Aid understands how vital it is to create awareness surrounding domestic violence. We offer services that aim to care for children and families exposed to violence, including the Butterfly Project, Family Visitation Center, and Crisis Nurseries.
For more information and resources, visit: https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/dmav2020/
Polls have closed but many still feel the fatigue – check out our post-election self-care and post-election resources for yourself, friends and family! - https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/self-care-during-the-election/
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Self-care after the election - Children's Home & Aid
Dads, it's time to schedule some time for yourself to meet other dads and grow in your role as a father!
Sign up for the 24/7 Dads Key Behaviors Workshop.
• The group is virtual, so any dad can join from any location!
• There are seven workshop sessions lasting for one hour. Each workshop session is offered three times each week for convenience of schedule.
• $25 gift card for completing the seven workshop sessions.
Our dedicated Rice Center staff created a safe and fun Halloween “Trunk or Treat” event in their parking lot this weekend, so the kids living at the Rice Center could enjoy the holiday! The creative Rice staff decorated their cars, dressed as Mortal Combat characters and even used the playground slide as a candy shoot! The kids came out is small groups, collected treats and enjoyed some fun with their staff members – thanks to our Rice colleagues who always go above and beyond for the children.
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As #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth comes to a close, we want to take this time to increase awareness of the ongoing efforts that address issues of Domestic and Dating Violence. This year, Covid-19 has magnified the devasting effects in ways that are unimaginable to those who are not directly impacted. Hear from Mary Koll Assistant State’s Attorney, McLean County State’s Attorney’s Office, on why this is more important than ever.
Pastor Rob and the members of First United Presbyterian Church of Belleville, IL wanted a way to support families in their community who are going through a tough time.
The congregation launched a program called Needs Among Us, a community support program that has grown even more important in surrounding communities since the beginning of the pandemic. Children’s Home & Aid and the church recognized the potential power of their work together. Read more at: https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/needs-among-us/
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Needs Among Us - Children's Home & Aid
Who said giving back had to be boring? With their creative and motivational incentives, the Workday Chicago office was able to raise more than $6,000 – and all it cost was a dozen eggs! We’re grateful for their commitment to kids and families in our community.
Is your office interested in helping our community through an employee giving campaign? Contact Liz Startz at estartz@childrenshomeandaid.org for more information.
We are so grateful for the support of Aon during our Holiday Campaign! With their fantastic generosity, all of the Children at our Mitzi Freidheim Englewood Child & Family Center were able to have a brighter holiday season. Thank you @Aon! To learn more about our 2020 Holiday Campaign, visit: https://www.childrenshomeandaid.org/event/2020-chicagoland-holiday-campaign/
Apply today! To submit an application and for more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/35ayUyM
There’s still time to make a difference for those in need this year!
Our goal is to raise $50,000 to help keep children and families thriving before 2020 comes to an end.
Help families who have struggled through a challenging year by making a donation at: https://bit.ly/3pDnmfa
Thank you to all who have supported Children’s Home & Aid this year, we are wishing all a healthy, safe and peaceful 2021!
Because of donors like you, more than 3,000 children and families impacted by COVID-19 received help with household needs and expenses this year. We’ve had many success stories, but there are still thousands more who need our help.
It’s not too late to make a difference - consider making a tax-deductible, year-end gift to Children’s Home & Aid. Together, we can make an even bigger impact to keep children and families thriving. - https://bit.ly/3rzEBzI
Apply today! For more information and to submit an application, please visit: https://bit.ly/3lknlLf
Giving is a simple act, but it can change the course of so many lives. As we count down to year’s end, please consider a tax-deductible gift to Children’s Home & Aid to help keep children and families thriving.
The generous support of donors like you has made life better this year for nearly 30,000 Illinois children.
Make a gift today to continue supporting children and families throughout the state. - https://bit.ly/3rcjrav