Let It Be Us and The Children’s Home Recruit New Foster Parents in Peoria, Illinois and Surrounding Areas – In-Person Event at The Children’s Home Offices – February 11, 6:00pm

Join Let It Be Us and The Children’s Home experts as they recruit new foster parents in Peoria, Illinois at an in-person event at The Children’s Home Offices on February 11, 6:00pm. Meet The Children’s Home staff, learn about how to obtain a license, the needs of the children, and the stipend and support you will receive. Reach your parenting, family building, and human services goals faster through foster care and adoption with Let It Be Us and The Children’s Home .

This rewarding role as foster parent is ideal for those residing in Peoria, East Peoria, Pekin, Eureka, and surrounding areas. Make a lasting impact on a child’s life by providing a stable and loving home for our most vulnerable children in need. 

Becoming a foster parent is deeply rewarding on a personal level. Here are some of the intrinsic benefits to becoming a foster parent:

• Sense of Purpose and Fulfillment – Providing stability and love to a child in need can bring profound meaning to a person’s life. Knowing you’ve made a real difference in someone’s future is incredibly fulfilling.
• Personal Growth and Resilience – Foster parenting challenges individuals to develop patience, adaptability, and emotional intelligence. It strengthens one’s ability to navigate complex emotions and difficult situations with compassion.
• Deep Emotional Connections – Even when placements are temporary, the bonds formed with foster children can be life-changing. Many foster parents describe the experience as one of the most meaningful relationships they’ve ever had.
• A New Perspective on Life – Witnessing the resilience of children who have faced adversity can be humbling and inspiring. Foster parents often gain a renewed appreciation for family, stability, and the power of small acts of kindness.
• Legacy of Kindness and Impact – Foster parents leave a lasting mark on a child’s life, helping shape their future. The positive influence they provide can ripple through generations, creating a legacy of love and stability.

Here is more information about this event with Let It Be Us and The Children’s Home:  

• This event is free and open to the public
• Access to this event is completely in-person
• Registration for this event is required
• During the event, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer
• Attendees will be able to meet the individuals who will be able to begin the licensing process

To register, visit letitbeus.org/events. 

If you have questions, or if you cannot attend and are interested in learning more, please contact Cathy Newbury, Director of Foster Home Recruitment at Let It Be Us, at cathynewbury@letitbeus.org.