Illinois Family Resource Center

11/21/2025

In continuation of , let’s give credit where it’s due. 💙

💬 Tell me why you’re celebrating caregiving in the comments.

11/20/2025

Lead with kindness, and lean on support when you need it. The 988 Lifeline is here for anyone who may be struggling. Call, text, or chat 988.

11/20/2025

🌿 Helping Ourselves When Grieving 🌿
Grief affects us all differently — and that’s okay. What matters most is finding small ways to care for yourself each day. 💛

Be intentional and engage in activities that bring you comfort — whether it’s listening to music, journaling, spending time in nature, or simply allowing yourself to feel.

Take gentle steps toward healing 💫

11/20/2025

💙 Children grieve too — and they need understanding, patience, and love.
Join the Illinois Family Resource Center in recognizing Children’s Grief Awareness Day, November 20.
Let’s help children know they are not alone in their grief. 💙

11/19/2025

Try this as our holidays become the center of life. Listen to the quiet, listen to your heart.

11/19/2025

Your story is unique, and so is your recovery journey. Ups and downs, good and bad days, it’s all okay. Find support, wherever you are in your recovery. Get started with : samhsa.gov/recoverme

11/19/2025

11/19/2025

Did you know that the APRC has an Illinois Prevention Coalition interactive map on its website? Click on each highlighted county to find out how to engage with your local substance use prevention coalition. https://www.prevention.org/alcohol-policy-resource-center/illinois-prevention-coalition-map/

11/19/2025

Children who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime abode are eligible for McKinney-Vento services. In general, children or youth living in motels, transitional housing, shelters, the street, cars, abandoned buildings, and other inadequate accommodations may be considered eligible for McKinney-Vento services. This includes, but is not limited to, the following groups:
🟣Doubled-Up Children -- Living with another family due to lack of a permanent residence
🟣Children in Shelters -- Including transitional living programs
🟣Children Living in Motels -- Due to lack of alternative adequate living situation
🟣Migratory Children -- If accommodations are not fit for habitation
🟣Runaways -- Children who left home and live in a shelter or inadequate accommodations, even if parents are willing to provide a home
🟣Lockouts -- Children whose parents or guardians will not permit them to live at home

11/19/2025

Children of all abilities grieve, and every child
deserves support guided by who they are and
what they need.
This Children’s Grief Awareness Month, we’re
highlighting the need for grief support that
adapts to children of all abilities.
For a free resource on supporting children of all
abilities, visit nacg.org/all-abilities.

11/19/2025

💡 Have you seen our new resource designed to guide individuals and families after receiving an FASD diagnosis? This tool highlights clear action steps like documenting your diagnosis and accessing benefits & services to build a strong support system💙 Whether you’re just starting this journey or looking for next steps, we’re here to support you❣️

Access this resource by scanning the QR Code or go to bit.ly/AfterDiagnosisFASD

Image Description: The image is a flyer introducing a new resource from FASD United called What to do After an FASD Diagnosis. It highlights two first steps: taking time to process emotions such as relief, grief, or confusion, and learning more about FASD through trusted resources. The flyer features a photo of a smiling woman in a green outfit alongside text blocks with supportive guidance. At the bottom, it includes a QR code and a link (bit.ly/AfterDiagnosisFASD) for more information.

11/19/2025