Children's Home & Aid

Established in 1883, Children's Home + Aid is a social service agency that offers more than 70 programs in over 40 counties throughout Illinois. It serves nearly 40,000 children and families by helping them overcome several obstacles, such as poverty, abuse and neglect. The agency offers adoption, child and family counseling, early childhood care and education, foster care, parent support, residential care and youth services. Its clinical counseling services provide therapeutic intervention for children and parents involved in foster care and adoption situations. The agency s educational support services include in-home family counseling for school-level children who are at risk of absenteeism and suspension. It is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children. Located in Chicago, Children s Home + Aid is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and United Way.

Brightpoint is dedicated to fostering strong families and thriving children in Illinois through a wide array of prevention-based services. Their offerings include early education, mental health and wellness initiatives, youth programs, and comprehensive parent support, ensuring that families can navigate moments of instability without facing life-altering crises. Recognizing the pivotal role of fathers in child development, Brightpoint actively engages in research and advocacy to enhance fatherhood involvement in family life. By prioritizing the needs of families and children in every decision, Brightpoint aims to contribute positively to the overall well-being of the communities it serves. Generated from the website