Ready to Serve
For months now, we have witnessed moments that will be forever etched into our collective consciousness and history. Even more recently, we saw an assault on the very heart of our democracy, followed by a strikingly resilient Congress committed to resume their Constitutional duties before the day had even ended, laboring well into the wee […]
A Message from Children’s Home & Aid President and CEO Mike Shaver
It’s a new year, but this is not the “Happy New Year” message I had planned. Last week, a violent mob laid bare for the entire world the divided and fragile state of our democracy by attempting to halt the faithful execution of the Constitution. As if this wasn’t enough reason to be alarmed, the […]
The 2020 Election
Election Day is November 3, 2020. Voting is an important form of advocacy, now more than ever. By voting, you choose our leaders. Your voice helps the government shape its priorities – Not just for the candidate who will lead our country for the next four years, but for every local and state official on […]
Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15th through October 15th our country celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month The EDI Committee wants to recognize and honor all our Latinx and Hispanic staff – from our classroom teachers, to case workers, clinical therapists, doulas, HR and development, and all of those across the agency! THANK YOU for everything you do for […]
An important message from President and CEO Mike Shaver: Facing two crises at once, together
Our world today is very different than it was just a few months ago – the peril created by the COVID pandemic has intersected with the outrage related to yet another inexplicable death of an unarmed black man, George Floyd. Sadness and anger have been on display during nightly protests as black Americans mourn this […]
Serving Families and Children: How Our Work Continues with Your Help
It’s a tough time for the children and families served by Children’s Home & Aid across Illinois. The double whammy of the COVID-19 virus and the resulting economic downturn are having a huge impact on families who were already stressed before the virus hit. “The families we work with were already under tremendous stress before […]
Advocacy in the Time of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a life-altering impact on daily routines throughout the world. While we navigate the personal and professional challenges this crisis brings, the work of advocating for children and their families never stops. Here’s just some of the things the Ahlquist Center has been advocating for in response to COVID-19: Relief for […]
Youth Budget Commission Inaugural Meeting – Investing in Illinois’s Youth
For over 135 years, Children’s Home & Aid has been dedicated to creating communities where children and families thrive. Here’s what we’ve learned from this work: Youth won’t succeed in their education if their living situation isn’t stable and they aren’t safe. If they aren’t healthy, their education is at risk. Without a solid education, […]
Helping Young Parents in Foster Care Become the Parents Their Children Need
Illinois Pregnant and Parenting Youth in Care (IPPYC) Home Visiting pilot works to break the cycle of abuse and neglect. The research is clear. Children whose parents are in foster care are at high risk of being abused and neglected and being removed from their parents and placed into foster care themselves. Think about why. […]
Chicago’s Choose to Change Serves as Example of Need for Programs Helping Children Exposed to Trauma
Two representatives from Chicago’s Choose to Change (C2C) program shared their experiences with reporters during a news conference yesterday announcing new bipartisan legislation to increase support for children who have been exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and trauma, such as witnessing violence, parental addiction, or abuse. The news conference was hosted by U.S. Senator […]
Northwestern University Dance Marathon Announces Children’s Home & Aid as its 2020 Primary Beneficiary
Children’s Home & Aid is thrilled to take part in Northwestern’s annual Dance Marathon (NUDM). We are even more excited to have funds and awareness raised for such a worthy cause – our Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Child & Family Center. The Rice Center provides intensive therapeutic treatment to youth ages six to […]
Children’s Home & Aid at National Child Abuse Conference in Washington D.C.
Two innovative programs created by Children’s Home & Aid were featured at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN) held in Washington, D.C. in April. This biennial conference brings together over 1,800 professionals and community residents from across the country to learn best practices in preventing […]
How the Palatine Child Care Center Helped a Teen Mother Thrive
Throughout 2018, we are celebrating 135 years of meeting every child, every family, where their need is greatest. Doing whatever it takes so children and families can thrive. We are proud of our legacy of meeting the changing needs of vulnerable families throughout Illinois and inspired by the children and families we serve and their stories of resilience. […]
Associate Board member one of 10 siblings, six of whom were adopted
Tim Stringer, one of Children’s Home & Aid’s dedicated volunteers, is completely comfortable surrounded by children. In fact, it’s remarkably like home for him. Tim, who serves on Children’s Home & Aid’s Associate Board, is one of 10 siblings, six of whom were adopted, two from Children’s Home & Aid’s Foster to Adopt program. Growing […]
Scaling new heights while raising funds for kids
In the summer of 2017, we introduced you to Terry Herr, a passionate supporter planning to travel to Mount Everest to raise funds for Children’s Home & Aid. This May, Terry will leave for Nepal to begin a 25-day journey that includes the Everest Base Camp and two summit attempts — Kala Patthar and Island Peak. […]
In the News – December 2016 Edition
#GivingTuesday – You Did It! Children’s Home + Aid donors came through in a big way on #GivingTuesday! More than 80 donors made gifts totaling $23,000 in support of children and families across Illinois. Thanks to the $15,000 matching gift that provided by longtime donor and volunteer Shirley Tolbert, you helped us raise $38,000 in one […]
