About this Event
Are you interested in learning more about the Illinois child welfare system, what it means to be a foster parent, and how to get started? If yes, join us for this informative event offered in-person or online via Zoom webinar with Lutheran Child & Family Services, the second-largest community-based child welfare agency in Illinois, dedicated to improving the well-being of people across the state by protecting children, strengthening families and building futures for those who have experienced trauma. What you'll learn:
- How LCFS supports foster parents every step of the way
- Access to health insurance, therapy, and education support for children in your care
- Ongoing training, support groups, and resources tailored for foster families
- Monthly financial support and funding for daycare, after-school care, and extracurriculars
This event is offered in-person or online via Zoom webinar. The in-person location is at the Lutheran Child & Family Services O'Fallon Office – 711 Insight Avenue, O'Fallon, Illinois 62269.
- This event is free and open to the public
- Access to this event is in-person, with a virtual option
- Registration for this event is required
- During the event, attendees will have the opportunity for questions & answer, to meet caseworkers, to hear from experienced foster parents.
- Snacks are provided for those attending in-person.
- Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at [email protected].
is committed to being supportive and responsive in collaborating with foster parents in serving children's needs. They provide:
- A Lutheran Child & Family Services team to provide guidance and support.
- Health insurance for children placed in your home.
- Therapy, counseling, academic counseling and special education services when needed.
- Training programs, support groups and newsletters geared to foster families.
- Monthly financial support for the foster children's basic needs, including food, clothing and housing costs.
- Funding for daycare, after-school care, and extracurricular activities including sports and art programs for eligible children in foster care.
Event venue & nearby stays
711 Insight Ave, 711 Insight Avenue, O'Fallon, United States
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