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Parenting Again: Known as Grandparenting & Kincare

Thursday, November 5, 2026
12:00 pm1:00 pm

The family dynamic continues to increase as opioid and other substance use issues create the need for a non-parent family me to assume responsibility of caring for our children-babies through teens.  As much as grandparents or other family members may love and provide care, it is a true-life changing dynamic.  Family members are placed in positions of grief, concern of the loved one, the child’s trauma, unexpected financial stress, legal issues, and fear if the relationship is terminated.  This workshop will explore issues and potential solutions for the kin providers fulfilling this role.  Information about support services and ideas for taking care of their own well-being will be shared.

Our impact this year has changed our community!

  • Children Served in FY25

    9,907

  • Volunteer Hours in FY25

    128,849

  • Volunteer Advocates in FY25

    3,057

  • Number of New Children Served in FY25

    2,893

Thank you to our generous sponsors:

  • DCFS
    DCFS
  • The Office of Illinois Courts
    The Office of Illinois Courts
  • Illinois Attorney General
    Illinois Attorney General
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