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SUMMARY:Become a Therapeutic Foster Parent with One Hope United
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual educational events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with One Hope United on the Emergency Foster Care events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in Making a Difference as a Therapeutic Foster Parent? \nOne Hope United is seeking compassionate individuals to join their therapeutic foster care program\, which supports children with higher mental health and behavioral needs. This unique foster care opportunity focuses on children aged 12-18 who are ready to transition from residential care to a supportive\, family-centered environment. As a therapeutic foster parent\, you’ll collaborate closely with the child’s care team and receive specialized training\, mentoring\, and additional financial support to create a nurturing home. \nThis rewarding role is ideal for those residing in Lake\, Clinton\, Jefferson\, Marion\, and Washington counties in Illinois. Make a lasting impact on a child’s life by providing a stable home as they progress toward their treatment goals. Join us and learn how you can be part of a child’s journey to healing and growth with the extra support One Hope United offers to therapeutic foster parents. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-a-therapeutic-foster-parent-with-one-hope-united/
LOCATION:ZOOM Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T203000
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SUMMARY:Learn About Foster Care In-Person Fireside Chat – O'Fallon\, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual educational events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Live Foster Parent Recruitment Events are the in-person portion of this series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre 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 fireside chat with Luthern 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.\n\n\nIf you are licensed or not yet licensed\, live in Bellville\, Mt. Vernon\, Waterloo\, and surrounding areas\, you are encouraged to join us!\n\nThis event is located at the Lutheran Children & Family Services O’Fallon Office – 711 Insight Avenue\, O’Fallon\, Illinois 62269. Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at cathynewbury@letitbeus.org.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely IN-PERSON\, no virtual options\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/learn-about-foster-care-in-person-fireside-chat-2/
LOCATION:LCFS O’Fallon Office\, 711 Insight Avenue\, O'Fallon\, 62269\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T203000
DTSTAMP:20240924T215059Z
CREATED:20240918T175354Z
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SUMMARY:Learn About Becoming a Host Home with The Bridge – Palatine\, Des Plaines\, Hanover\, Schaumburg\, Elk Grove Village\, and Wheeling\, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Host Home Families welcome children in grade\, middle and high school who are at risk of family disruptions. A stay with a Host Home Family is intended to be short term while family of origin is strengthened\, with the goal of children returning home. The requirements of the Host Home Families will be experienced with teens\, an open bedroom\, flexible employment\, and a desire to be involved in this first cohort of The Bridge’s Host Home Families\, providing an opportunity for youth to avoid DCFS involvement. Host Home Families will have access to The Bridge’s experienced staff on a 24/7 basis\, 365 days a year.   \nHost homes are paid a stipend for their commitment. We are in need of families with … \n\nexperience with teens and enjoyment from helping teens\nflexible employment\nan open bedroom\nwillingness to help children and teens no a short term basis\nwillingness to obtain a foster care license\, or transfer an already exiting foster care license\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you live within one hour of Palatine\, you are encouraged to join us. \nThis event is at The Bridge Palatine office at 721 S. Quentin Road\, Suite 103\, Palatine\, Illinois 60067. Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at cathynewbury@letitbeus.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely IN-PERSON\, no virtual options\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/learn-about-becoming-a-host-home-with-the-bridge-palatine-illinois/
LOCATION:The Bridge\, 721 S. Quentin Rd #103\, Palatine\, IL\, 60067\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T133000
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SUMMARY:Ladies Leadership Luncheon with Let It Be Us
DESCRIPTION:Bringing local female leaders together to discuss Girls in Foster Care: Their Outcomes and Their Future\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Let It Be Us\, Barrington non-profit and Illinois licensed child welfare agency\, for the first Ladies Leadership Luncheon at Barrington Hills Country Club.\n\nHosted by the Let It Be Us Board of Directors and Board Member Kaycee Coles\, this daytime event will focus on “Girls in Foster Care – Their Outcomes and Their Future” and feature local experts:\n\n 	Senator Mary Edly-Allen on current Illinois legislation focusing on girls in foster care\n 	Vanessa Baie\, MSW\, LCSW\, Let It Be Us Director of Child Welfare Services\, on outcomes of girls in foster care\n 	Dr. Susan A. McConnell\, Executive Director of Let It Be Us\, on the Future for girls in foster care\n\nThe event features an open bar\, a beautiful lunch\, and an opportunity to learn about the plight of girls in foster care\, their outcomes\, and their future.\n\nSponsorship opportunities for the event exist – to learn more\, contact Kaycee Coles\, Let It Be Us Board Member\, at kayceecoles@gmail.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSpeaker Bios:\nKaycee Coles\n\nKaycee Coles is the organizer of the Ladies Leadership Luncheon\, is a Board Member of Let It Be Us and is on the Fundraising Committee.  Kaycee is a former educator teaching US History and Psychology and she is a licensed reading specialist. She is a mother to three sons. She has worked in the non-profit sector in education\, advocacy\, and legislative areas.  Kaycee was instrumental in co-leading an effort to design\, build and fundraise for an inclusive playground project at Countryside Elementary School.  She is also a member of the Barrington Civic Leaders Program. \n\nSenator Mary Edly-Allen\n\nSenator Edly-Allen is a mother to four sons\, teacher and a leader fighting for change. As a long time Lake County resident\, Senator Edly-Allen has a history of serving the community as an educator and public servant. She was first elected to the 101st General Assembly as a State Representative. As a Representative\, Mary supported advocates of child welfare as a member of the Illinois Adoption & Child Welfare Committee\, Mental Health Committee\, and Human Services Committee. Elected to the Illinois State Senate in 2022 to represent Illinois’ 31st District\, Mary has continued to be a champion for our Illinois’ youth as Vice Chair of the Health and Human Services Committee and has worked alongside the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to modernize child neglect and abuse reporting procedures.\n\nVanessa Baie\, MSW\, LCSW\, PhD(c)\n\nVanessa Baie is the Director of Child Welfare Services for Let It Be Us\, leading all social work programs including\, The Foster Parent Recruitment Program\, the Placement Support Program and the Springboard to Adulthood Program. As a champion of women and girls\, Vanessa works every day to secure placements for boys and girls in foster care\, including those awaiting adoption\, and including girls who have been sexually trafficked. Vanessa is completing her PhD in Clinical Social Work at Chicago’s Institute for Clinical Social Work. \n\nDr. Susan A. McConnell\n\nSusan McConnell is the Founder and Executive Director of Let It Be Us. She has held the position of Chair of the Permanency Committee for the Illinois Statewide Foster Care Advisory Council for 4 years. She recently graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) with a Doctoral Degree in Social Work. Susan is the mother to four free range young adults\, three of whom joined her family through adoption. She has over 30 years of experience with special needs and open adoption. \n\n 
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/ladies-leadership-luncheon-with-let-it-be-us/
LOCATION:Barrington Hills Country Club\, 300 West County Line Road\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T203000
DTSTAMP:20260105T210332Z
CREATED:20240722T201819Z
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SUMMARY:Learn About Foster Care In-Person Fireside Chat – Decatur\, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual educational events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Live Foster Parent Recruitment Events are the in-person portion of this series.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre 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 fireside chat with Luthern 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.\n\n\nIf you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Decatur\, Quincy\, Springfield\, Bellville\, Mount Vernon\, or Waterloo\, you are encouraged to join us!\n\nThis event is located at the Lutheran Children & Family Services Decatur Office – 2826 North Monroe Street\, Decatur\, Illinois\, 62526. Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at cathynewbury@letitbeus.org.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 	This event is free and open to the public\n 	Access to this event is completely IN-PERSON\, no virtual options\n 	Registration for this event is required\n 	During the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/learn-about-foster-care-in-person-fireside-chat/
LOCATION:LCFS Decatur Office\, 2826 North Monroe Street\, Decatur\, 62526\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T203000
DTSTAMP:20240829T142233Z
CREATED:20240528T152737Z
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SUMMARY:Become an Emergency Foster Parent with Shelter Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Shelter Inc. on the Emergency Foster Care events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us virtually to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited short period of time providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-an-emergency-foster-parent-with-shelter-inc-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T170000
DTSTAMP:20240624T172106Z
CREATED:20240624T171855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T172106Z
UID:1005969-1726927200-1726938000@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Kelleher + Holland\, LLC All Wheels Charity Car Show\, Benefitting Let It Be Us
DESCRIPTION:All Wheels Charity Car Show\nPaws + Pistons Dog Show\nKelleher + Holland are thrilled to announce the introduction of their inaugural “Paws and Pistons” dog show segment. Enter your dog for a chance to win best in show! So grab your leash\, shine up your ride\, and join us for an afternoon filled with tail-wagging fun\, awesome autos\, and canine camaraderie! \nFeaturing… \n\nWine\, Whiskey\, & Beer Tastings\nKids Zone\nDJ Booth\nRaffle Prizes\n\nALL PROCEEDS GO TO Let It Be Us!
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/kelleher-holland-llc-all-wheels-charity-car-show-benefitting-let-it-be-us/
LOCATION:The Club at Wynstone\, 1 S. Wynstone Drive\, North Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T143000
DTSTAMP:20240614T190639Z
CREATED:20240503T195551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T190639Z
UID:1005914-1726923600-1726929000@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Job Fair for Foster Teens and Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual educational and support events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at our Springboard Virtual Job Fair\, an event designed for teens and young adults in or recently aged out of foster care\, hosted by the Let It Be Us Independent Living Program “Springboard to Adulthood”. \nThis is a unique opportunity to meet and interact with hiring managers from local\, prominent companies\, all eager to share information about their organizations and available job opportunities. \nEach company will present a brief introduction to their business\, followed by a session for questions. Industries include: \n\n\n\nRestaurant industry\nManufacturing industry\nFood industry\nParks & Recreation industry\nChildcare industry\n\n\n\nThis event is tailored to help you explore potential job paths and connect with employers who are committed to supporting your professional growth. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual via Zoom\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/virtual-job-fair-for-foster-teens-and-young-adults/
LOCATION:ZOOM Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240618T203000
DTSTAMP:20240521T184003Z
CREATED:20240521T184003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T184003Z
UID:1005927-1718737200-1718742600@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Learn About Becoming a Foster Parent with Lutheran Child & Family Services
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Lutheran Child & Family Services.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre 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 webinar with Luthern 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.\n\n\nIf you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicago\, Oak Brook\, Naperville\, Kankakee\, Joliet\, Decatur\, Quincy\, Springfield\, Bellville\, Mount Vernon\, or Waterloo\, you are encouraged to join us!\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/learn-about-becoming-a-foster-parent-with-lutheran-children-family-services/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T230000
DTSTAMP:20260818T162245Z
CREATED:20240119T033140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T162245Z
UID:1005791-1715365800-1715382000@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Be Mine Gala Celebrating 10 Years of Let It Be Us
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us invites you to join us for our Be Mine Gala Celebrating 10 Years of Let It Be Us on Friday\, May 10\, 2024 at the Walden Chicago. \nCocktails | Dinner | Raffle | Live Auction | & more!
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/be-mine-gala-celebrating-10-years-of-let-it-be-us/
LOCATION:Walden Chicago\, 2145 West Walnut Street\, Chicago\, 60612\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T203000
DTSTAMP:20240212T171931Z
CREATED:20240212T171931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T171931Z
UID:1005831-1711479600-1711485000@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Learn About Emergency Foster Care In-Person Fireside Chat
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual educational events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Live Foster Parent Recruitment Events are the in-person portion of this series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us at this casual\, in-person fireside chat to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. Get all your questions answered!\n\nThese special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited time\, providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc. provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are currently specifically targeting the following individuals: \n\nEducation professionals\nEducational support professionals\nMedical care providers\nMental health care providers\nEmergency responders\nIndividuals with parenting experience\nIndividuals with special needs experience\n\nThis event is located at Barrington’s White House – 145 West Main Street Barrington\, Illinois 60010. Parking is available in the lot adjacent to Barrington’s White House. Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at cathynewbury@letitbeus.org. \n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely IN-PERSON\, no virtual options\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/learn-about-emergency-foster-care-in-person-fireside-chat/
LOCATION:Barrington’s White House\, 145 West Main Street\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T203000
DTSTAMP:20240103T215143Z
CREATED:20240103T215143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T215143Z
UID:1005761-1706036400-1706041800@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Become an Emergency Foster Parent with Shelter Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Shelter Inc. on the Emergency Foster Care events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us virtually to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited short period of time providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-an-emergency-foster-parent-with-shelter-inc-6/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTSTAMP:20231212T161847Z
CREATED:20231012T200555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T161847Z
UID:1005623-1702512000-1702684799@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Toy Drive for Children in Foster Care 1:00 - 3:00PM
DESCRIPTION:Join Let It Be Us as we collect toys for children in Illinois foster care and deliver them throughout the Northern Region of Illinois.\nWe are working together with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services office in Waukegan\, CASA of Lake County\, and group homes and the gifts will be distributed to the neediest children. \nThe Let It Be Us Toy Drive will be available to receive new\, unwrapped gift donations at the following locations: \n\nLet It Be Us Headquarters\, 145 West Main Street in Barrington\, Illinois on December 14th and 15th from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\n\nDonation details: \n\nWe request that toys be new and unwrapped.\nThe gift list will be updated frequently so check.\nDonations of wrapping paper\, ribbon\, and tape would also be appreciated.\n\nThank you to those who are able to participate with us. For corporate sponsorships\, please contact Susan McConnell\, Executive Director\, at susanmcconnell@letitbeus.org. \n  \nNot able to shop for a gift this year? Make a direct donation to this program by December 14\, and we will shop for you! Visit our direct donation page to make a safe and secure donation.\n\nTOYS REQUESTED\nGift Cards: from Target\, Walmart\, Jewel or Amazon\nPack & Plays\, Crib Sheets\, Etc.\nLegos & Lego Sets\nArt Supplies (any age)\nPAW Patrol Toys\nP J Masks Toys\nPuzzles (any age)\nDinosaur Toys\nAfrican American Dolls (All Ages)\nHatchimals\nPeppa Pig Toys\nMinecraft Games\nPlants Vs Zombies Games\nScience Kits (any age)\nBeyblades Toys\nPolaroid Cameras for Kids\nBakugan Toys\nCraft Kits (any age)\nAmerican Girl Dolls (or similar dolls)\nMega Blocks\nBuilding Blocks\nMelissa & Doug Cleaning Sets & Kitchen Sets\nDungeons & Dragons Games\nBoard Games (any age)\nClunky Puzzles (12 To 24 Months)\nTool Belts\nTool Kits\nBig Wheels\nClue Jr Board Games\nMatching Games\nWater Bottles To Decorate\nJewelry Making Kits (any age)\nMake-up  and Pretend Kits\nLego Dots Toys\nBasketball Hoops For Doorways\nBluetooth Speakers\nBaseballs/Bats\nBaseball Gloves/Mitts\nSlime Kits\nEar Buds\nJenga & Jenga Jr. Games\nChess Sets\nChecker Sets\nEZ Bake Ovens\nCubs/Bears/Bulls Merchandise (any)\nLite Brite Sets\nCrayola Light Board Drawing Tablets\nGo Glam Nail Stampers\nPlay-Doh Kits\nMelissa & Doug Scratch Art Boxes
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/toy-drive-for-children-in-foster-care-2023/
LOCATION:Barrington White House\, 145 W Main St\, Barrington\, 60010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T162342Z
CREATED:20231012T200044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T162342Z
UID:1005622-1701601200-1701608400@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Candy Cottage For a Cause: Gingerbread Holiday Fundraiser for Foster Care & Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us is excited to announce our inaugural Candy Cottage for a Cause: Gingerbread Holiday Fundraiser for Foster Care and Adoption to take place on December 3\, 2023\, at Barrington’s White House. \nJoin us as we enter a beautifully decorated venue that has been transformed into a winter wonderland where delicious food\, festive music\, and hundreds of pounds of candies are available to decorate gingerbread homes that can grace the homes of our participants for the holiday season. \n \n \nMost importantly\, Let It Be Us is providing a special 30% discount for all foster families. All you have to do is add adult and children tickets to your cart\, fill out your information\, and use the promo code: fosterfamily \nPlease note: You can only enter the promo code once you enter your personal information (name and email address) and proceed to the payment section of the checkout. Have questions? Email kate@kateify.com for help.
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/candy-cottage-for-a-cause-gingerbread-holiday-fundraiser-for-foster-care-adoption/
LOCATION:Barrington’s White House\, 145 West Main Street\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T203000
DTSTAMP:20231108T210849Z
CREATED:20231108T210849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T210849Z
UID:1005668-1701198000-1701203400@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Become an Emergency Foster Parent with Shelter Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Shelter Inc. on the Emergency Foster Care events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us virtually to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited short period of time providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-an-emergency-foster-parent-with-shelter-inc-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T203000
DTSTAMP:20230920T225108Z
CREATED:20230915T175629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T225108Z
UID:39574-1699383600-1699389000@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Learn About Emergency Foster Care In-Person Fireside Chat
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual educational events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Live Foster Parent Recruitment Events are the in-person portion of this series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us at this casual\, in-person fireside chat to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. Get all your questions answered!\n\nThese special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited time\, providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc. provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are currently specifically targeting the following individuals: \n\nEducation professionals\nEducational support professionals\nMedical care providers\nMental health care providers\nEmergency responders\nIndividuals with parenting experience\nIndividuals with special needs experience\n\nThis event is located at Barrington’s White House – 145 West Main Street Barrington\, Illinois 60010. Parking is available in the lot adjacent to Barrington’s White House. Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at cathynewbury@letitbeus.org. \n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely IN-PERSON\, no virtual options\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/learn-about-emergency-foster-care-in-person-september-2023/
LOCATION:Barrington’s White House\, 145 West Main Street\, Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230919T203000
DTSTAMP:20230828T145608Z
CREATED:20230828T145608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T145608Z
UID:39538-1695150000-1695155400@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Become an Emergency Foster Parent with Shelter Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Shelter Inc. on the Emergency Foster Care events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us virtually to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited short period of time providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-an-emergency-foster-parent-with-shelter-inc-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T203000
DTSTAMP:20230523T184132Z
CREATED:20230523T184132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T184132Z
UID:39326-1689102000-1689107400@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Mythbusters: Foster Care Edition
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Foster Care 102 events are considered a deeper dive – for an introductory event\, consider attending our Foster Care 101 events. \n\n\nDuring our 90-minute event\, a Let It Be Us Foster Care Expert and a Seasoned Foster Parent will dispel common myths\, like “Do I have to own my home to be a licensed foster parent?”  (No.)  “Can I foster if I’m single?”  (Yes.)  Join us to get the scoop! You will also learn about the role that Let It Be Us plays including how to join our Licensing Support\, Placement Support & Springboard to Adulthood programs. \n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/mythbusters-foster-care-edition-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230801
DTSTAMP:20230522T210258Z
CREATED:20230522T210258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T210258Z
UID:39310-1688169600-1690847999@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Santa's Helpers Gift Card Drive
DESCRIPTION:Help support teens and young adults in our Springboard to Adulthood program through our Santa’s Helpers Gift Card Drive this July. With your monetary donations\, we will purchase gift cards for teens and young adults that have aged out of foster care for things like food\, clothing\, gas\, and more. \nBring the joy of Christmas all year round! \n[give_form id=”39307″]
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/santas-helpers-gift-card-drive/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230629T203000
DTSTAMP:20230523T181716Z
CREATED:20230523T181716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T181716Z
UID:39329-1688065200-1688070600@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Become an Emergency Foster Parent with Shelter Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Shelter Inc. on the Emergency Foster Care events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us virtually to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited short period of time providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-an-emergency-foster-parent-with-shelter-inc-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T203000
DTSTAMP:20230523T183003Z
CREATED:20230523T183003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T183003Z
UID:39323-1687892400-1687897800@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Foster Care & LGBTQIA+
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. \n\nDuring our 90-minute event\, a Let It Be Us Foster Care Expert and a Seasoned Foster Parent will discuss the relationship between the LGBTQIA+ community and child welfare including the overrepresentation of LBGTQIA+ youth and the need for LBGTQIA+ foster families. You will also learn about the role that Let It Be Us plays including how to join our Licensing Support\, Placement Support & Springboard to Adulthood programs.   \n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/foster-care-lgbtqia/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231001
DTSTAMP:20230831T194604Z
CREATED:20230425T211939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T194604Z
UID:39273-1686787200-1696118399@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Be Mine Capital Raise Campaign
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join in on 2023 Be Mine Capital Raise Campaign! While we aren’t hosting our traditional Be Mine fundraising event this year\, rest assured we will be back in February of next year\, our 10th year anniversary\, with a big and more exciting ‘Be Mine’ event. We are so grateful for our generous donors – in 2022\, we raised $145\,000\, and with your help\, our goal for the Capital Raise Campaign is to match or surpass that!\n \nThanks to your support\, Let It Be Us has been able to: \n\nRecruit over 100 families to become licensed foster parents every year\nWork 1:1 and gets 5X more families licensed than most licensed agencies\nDouble our Placement Support cases in 2021 – more than tripled since 2020\nFund all of our programs\, helping our most vulnerable children and teens in foster care\n\nWe hope that we can count on your continued dedication to the mission of Let It Be Us and will support our work by donating to our Be Mine Capital Raise Campaign.  \n[give_form id=”39275″]
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/be-mine-capital-raise-campaign/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T203000
DTSTAMP:20230523T182128Z
CREATED:20230306T192915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T182128Z
UID:39135-1686078000-1686083400@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Become a Family to a Teen in Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Foster Care 102 events are considered a deeper dive – for an introductory event\, consider attending our Intro to Foster Care events. \n\n\n During our 90-minute event\, Let It Be Us Foster Care Experts and a Seasoned Foster Parent will discuss fostering teens\, the joys and the challenges\, as well as the importance of supporting teens in care and ensuring they have support even after they leave the DCFS system. You will also learn about the role that Let It Be Us plays including how to join our Licensing Support\, Placement Support & Springboard to Adulthood programs. \n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-a-family-to-a-teen-in-foster-care-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T203000
DTSTAMP:20230503T001944Z
CREATED:20230503T001944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T001944Z
UID:39296-1684263600-1684269000@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Foster Care Series – Part Three: Debunking Foster to Adopt
DESCRIPTION:Join our Intro to Foster Care Series! In this three part series\, Let It Be Us child welfare experts and seasoned foster parents will walk you through the foster care system in Illinois\, with information and guidance on what it means – and what it takes – to become a foster parent. \n\n\n\n\n\nChildren in foster care need permanency – and permanency can mean a whole bunch of things\, including adoption\, guardianship or reunifying with biological family. Permanency also means a stable foster home for as long as the child needs it. In this session\, we’ll talk about how adoption may be an eventuality in foster care\, but is never the first goal for a child.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/intro-to-foster-care-series-part-three-debunking-foster-to-adopt-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230509T203000
DTSTAMP:20230306T200205Z
CREATED:20230306T200205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T200205Z
UID:39140-1683658800-1683664200@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Foster Care Series – Part Two: Becoming a Foster Parent
DESCRIPTION:Join our Intro to Foster Care Series! In this three part series\, Let It Be Us child welfare experts and seasoned foster parents will walk you through the foster care system in Illinois\, with information and guidance on what it means – and what it takes – to become a foster parent. \n\n\nIf you decide to become a licensed foster parent\, what can you expect from the process? Let It Be Us child welfare experts and seasoned foster parents will explain the process – and not just the steps\, but also how it might feel as you start out on this journey.\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/intro-to-foster-care-series-part-two-becoming-a-foster-parent-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T203000
DTSTAMP:20230306T195619Z
CREATED:20230306T195619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T195619Z
UID:39139-1683054000-1683059400@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Foster Care Series – Part One: Learn About Child Welfare System
DESCRIPTION:Join our Intro to Foster Care Series! In this three part series\, Let It Be Us child welfare experts and seasoned foster parents will walk you through the foster care system in Illinois\, with information and guidance on what it means – and what it takes – to become a foster parent. \nHow do families end up involved in the foster care system? Why are children placed into foster care? What roles do DCFS and the court system play in determining what happens to children in foster care? Why do we have foster care? All of these questions and more will be answered in this session. \n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/intro-to-foster-care-series-part-one-learn-about-child-welfare-system-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T203000
DTSTAMP:20230306T201423Z
CREATED:20230306T195146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T201423Z
UID:39132-1682449200-1682454600@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Become an Emergency Foster Parent with Shelter Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Shelter Inc. on the Emergency Foster Care events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you wondered what happens to children in care who have nowhere to go? Join us virtually to learn about being an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Inc. These special homes take in children in emergency situations for a limited short period of time providing them care and safety at a critical point in their lives. Shelter Inc provides Emergency Foster Parents wraparound services\, supporting foster parents and ensuring children receive what they need. Also\, Emergency Foster Parents receive additional financial support. If you are licensed or not yet licensed\, living in Chicagoland or the Northern region of Illinois\, you are welcome to join and learn about the extra financial and other supports available to Emergency Foster Parents.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/become-an-emergency-foster-parent-with-shelter-inc/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230418T203000
DTSTAMP:20250814T175020Z
CREATED:20230306T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T175020Z
UID:39137-1681844400-1681849800@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Learn About Special Needs and Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Foster Care 102 events are considered a deeper dive – for an introductory event\, consider attending our Foster Care 101 events.\n\n\nDuring this 90-minute event\, we will discuss children in care who have specialized needs and need families to care for them. As always\, we will also have a Let It Be Us Foster Care Expert and a Seasoned Foster Parent to talk about specialized foster care licenses\, what it means to be a foster parent to a child with specialized needs\, from Down Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy to Autism and complex medical needs.  You will also learn about the role that Let It Be Us plays including how to join our Licensing Support and Placement Support programs.\n\n 	This event is free and open to the public\n 	Access to this event is completely virtual\n 	Registration for this event is required\n 	During the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/learn-about-special-needs-and-foster-care/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T203000
DTSTAMP:20230320T174555Z
CREATED:20230306T191838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T174555Z
UID:39131-1681239600-1681245000@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Talking about Trauma: What Happens When Kids Experience Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual education events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. As a part of this series\, Let It Be Us is partnering with Northwestern University’s Family Care Parenting Lab. \n\n\nLet It Be Us is proud to partner with Northwestern University’s Family Care Parenting Lab\, led by Dr. Heather Risser\, to discuss this important topic. During our 90-minute event\, Let It Be Us Foster Care Experts and a Seasoned Foster Parent\, along with Dr. Risser\, will discuss what children may likely feel when experiencing foster care and how that can lead to certain challenging behaviors. This webinar is great for those interested in becoming foster parents and currently licensed foster parents.\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/talking-about-trauma-what-happens-when-kids-experience-foster-care/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T130000
DTSTAMP:20230320T162209Z
CREATED:20230320T162209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T162209Z
UID:39179-1680177600-1680181200@letitbeus.org
SUMMARY:Meet the New & Improved Placement Support Form: A Webinar for Child Welfare Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Are you a caseworker or supervisor? Have you used the Let It Be Us Placement Support Program to find potential foster homes for waiting children? Or maybe you haven’t. Either way\, we are excited to introduce our new and improved Placement Support form. This webinar is for you\, to learn how our process works and how to work best with us as we do our best to find homes for children waiting in Illinois foster care. \n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public\nAccess to this event is completely virtual\nRegistration for this event is required\nDuring the event\, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
URL:https://letitbeus.org/event/meet-the-new-improved-placement-support-form-a-webinar-for-child-welfare-professionals/
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