Illinois Family Resource Center

01/08/2026

Considering adoption? We know the journey can come with a lot of questions — and Omni is here to help make the process a little easier.

Check out our Adoption FAQs to learn more about requirements, support, and how our Foster-to-Adopt services work.

➡️ theomnifamily.com/services/adoption/

01/08/2026

01/08/2026

01/08/2026

Caregiving doesn’t come with a roadmap and you don’t have to have all the answers.

Through the NAMI Family Caregiver HelpLine, we offer free, confidential support from trained volunteers who understand caregiving because they’ve lived it.

Whether you’re feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or just need someone to talk to, support is here.

📞 Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), option 4
💬 Text FAMILY to 62640
Learn more at: nami.org/family

01/07/2026

Hello everyone,
As we begin a new year, we’re grateful to continue supporting families and communities together. In this issue, you’ll find helpful resources, planning tools, and reminders to register for our upcoming webinars with Jerry Moe and Bob Carty—two excellent learning opportunities you won’t want to miss.

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There is still time to register!

01/07/2026

January is 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡. Over the past year, Illinois has made great strides in combatting human trafficking, improving its grade from an “F” to an “A” on the Shared Hope International Just Like Me Report Cards, passing comprehensive legislation, and through ISP's establishment of the Illinois Trafficking Enforcement Group to enhance statewide efforts against human trafficking.

If you suspect human trafficking, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text *233733. For more information visit www.humantraffickinghotline.org . You can also email ISP.CrimeTips@illinois.gov.

𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐒𝐏 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬:
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01/07/2026

Uncertainty can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Psychological science offers practical ways to stay grounded and support your well-being when things feel unstable.

Learn more: https://at.apa.org/968d91

01/07/2026

Myth: Most trafficking victims are kidnapped by strangers.
Fact: Kidnapping by a stranger accounts for less than 1% of human trafficking cases. Traffickers are far more likely to be someone the victim knows—such as a family member, friend, employer, or romantic partner.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3YjuEIo

If you suspect human trafficking of:
Adults📲 Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888
Minors 📲 Call CT DCF Careline: 1-800-842-2288

01/02/2026

NACoA extends its deepest gratitude to each caring adult for all you do to support children and families impacted by substance use disorders. Your passion and commitment fuels resilience for the children who need it so desperately. Together, we are transforming children at risk into children of promise, one child, one family, one program at a time. We look forward to continuing this journey with you in 2026.