# Social Services Agency


## Posts

- [PAVES Breakfast](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/paves-breakfast/): P.A.V.E. Breakfast Event FREE ALL YOU CAN EAT P.A.V.E.Breakfast Please RSVP. Kindly note that this event is for adults only. Topic: Connecting With Our Community FREE ALL YOU CAN EAT LOCATION: GOLDEN CORRAL #2470 ADDRESS: 2100 WEST JEFFERSON STREET JOLIET, IL 60435 Starts at 9:30am – 11:30am. Please RSVP one of the dates (Below). Seats are limited. TEXT -RSVP–(815) 918-1858 Choose a date : Event dates January 17, 2026 February 7, 2026 January 31, 2026 February 21, 2026
- [Youth Jobs Ages 16-24](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/summer-jobs/): Get Paid to Build Your Future This Summer! Now Hiring: Youth Ages 16–24 in Will County, IL and coming soon Cook County! Apply Now About the Program Illinois Youth and Family Services is offering paid summer jobs for youth and young adults ages 16 to 24 living in Will County. Earn money, build your resume, and gain real-world work experience — all while working up to 20 hours per week. Opportunities include: Childcare & Youth Services Office & Admin Support Retail & Customer Service Park District & Recreation Community Outreach Healthcare Support Who Can Apply? Ages 16–24 by June 1 […]
- [Violence Prevention Programs](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/illinois-youth-and-family-services/): Illinois Youth and Family Services IL Youth and Family services has seen a uptick in violence in our communities since covid 19. We felt the need to get involved to assist in anyway possible.  In response to these heightened challenges Illinois Youth and Family Services are redoubling their efforts to provide essential support to families in need. This includes offering counseling services, crisis intervention, and resources aimed at promoting healthy communication and coping mechanisms. Additionally, community outreach programs are being expanded to ensure that vulnerable families have access to the assistance they require during these trying times. By prioritizing early […]
- [Families & Youth in Crisis](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/illinois-youth-family-services/): https://ilyouth.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Illinois-youth.mp4
- [Mentoring program for Youths](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/mentoring-program-for-youths/)
- [Foster parenting classes offered](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/foster-parent-training/): Classes coming soon
- [Total Wellness Institute](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/total-wellness-institute/)

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- [Re-Entry /Violence Prevention](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/2093-2/): Building Healthy relationships and Positive Connection As a licensed child welfare agency, one of the program’s core roles is to support justice-involved youth and young adults, including individuals currently in DCFS care as well as those who have recently exited DCFS services, who are transitioning from incarceration. Many participants present with high behavioral health needs and have experienced significant trauma, including abuse, neglect, and exposure to violence. The program provides trauma-informed case management, behavioral health support, and stabilization services designed to address underlying needs, reduce the risk of re-offending, and support healthy behavior change. These services are critical to promoting […]
- [Transitional Housing for Domestic Violence Survivors and Families](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/transitional-housing-for-domestic-violence-survivors-and-families/): Our Transitional Housing Program provides safe, stable, and supportive housing for survivors of domestic violence and their children as they transition from crisis to long-term independence. The program is designed to help families rebuild their lives in a secure environment free from abuse. Who We Serve The Transitional Housing Program serves: ·       Survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence ·       Survivors fleeing unsafe or abusive living situations ·       Children impacted by domestic violence ·       Families working toward permanent housing and stability Services Provided In addition to safe housing, participants receive comprehensive, trauma-informed support services, including: ·       Safe, confidential transitional housing […]
- [Support Groups: KAVE, PAVE](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/support-groups-kave-pave/): Support Groups: KAVE, PAVE Our support groups engage youth, families, and community members in violence prevention, healing, and positive life development. Each group provides a safe, supportive space facilitated by trained staff and centered on empowerment, accountability, and community connection. KAVE – Kids Against Violence Everywhere KAVE is a youth-focused prevention and support group that empowers children and young people to stand against violence in all forms. Through age-appropriate discussions and activities, participants develop skills to manage conflict, build self-esteem, and make positive choices. KAVE focuses on: • Violence prevention and healthy decision-making • Emotional regulation and conflict resolution • […]
- [Recent Rallys against violence](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/recent-rallys-against-violence/): Rally for Peace Initiative The Rally for Peace was initiated in response to Will County’s first murder victims of 2026, which occurred yesterday, Sunday, January 25, 2026, on Joliet’s east side. Our peace rally in Joliet focused on stopping violence in our community. Despite sub-zero temperatures, we determined this event was essential to demonstrate our commitment to ending violence. Our street outreach team received strong community support, with many passing motorists honking in solidarity. The outreach team has been working tirelessly in harsh winter conditions, responding to consecutive shootings and property damage from active shooters in various neighborhoods throughout the […]
- [Upcoming Events](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/events/): 🌟 Upcoming Family Events – April 26, 2025 🌟 P.A.V.E. – Parents Against Violence Everywhere Date: April 26, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: 200 S. Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60435 Topic: Relieving Stress Fun activities and refreshments provided. Limited seating – Please RSVP. RSVP: (815) 918-1858 www.ilyouth.org Children’s Fun Fair Date: April 26, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: 200 S. Larkin Ave, Joliet, IL 60435 Celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month with food, crafts, jump house, and family fun. Bring a donation of hygiene items for a chance to win a prize! Contact: Janet Palkon […]
- [Street Team Outreach Services](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/home/street-team-outreach/): IL Youth and Family services has seen a uptick in violence in our communities since covid 19. Illinois Youth and Services felt a need to support our community with urgency. We felt the need to get involved to assist in anyway possible.  In response to these heightened challenges Illinois Youth and Family Services are redoubling their efforts toprovide essential support to families in need. This includes offeringcounseling services, crisis intervention, and resources aimed at promotinghealthy communication and coping mechanisms. Additionally, community outreachprograms are being expanded to ensure that vulnerable families have access tothe assistance they require during these trying times. […]
- [Sand Castle Academy](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/sand-castle-academy/): Other services
- [Child Welfare Services](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/child-welfare-services-3/): Foster Parent Training Child Welfare Illinois youth and family services’ goal is to improve the lives for children, parents and families to experience positive outcomes. Our services connect children and families to resources to improve their circumstances. Illinois Youth and Family Services offers child welfare services to protect the safety and wellbeing of children and reunify families. Using data-driven, collaborative and preventative solutions, we believe families can work, play, and live together more effectively. As a result of the current system of child welfare, we believe it must be transformed. The old way of viewing Child welfare services will be […]
- [1-877-Tym-2-TLK](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/elementor-1383/): Are you getting bullied at school? do you feel like you are alone? No one is listening anymore? it’s time to talk 1-877-tym-2-tlk
- [Total Wellness 2 sided Brochure](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/total-wellness-2-sided-brochure/)
- [About Youth & Teen Services](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/crisis-hotline-2/): Crisis Hotline Services YOUTH & TEENS IN CRISIS Mission our mission is to provide unwavering support, valuable resources, and a glimmer of hope to young people facing mental health challenges. Through our dedicated hotline staffed by professionally trained teen counselors and our impactful outreach programs, we strive to de-stigmatize and normalize discussions around mental health. Lifeline Our hotline serves as a lifeline for teenagers in need, offering a safe and confidential space where they can express their feelings, thoughts, and concerns. Our team of compassionate teen counselors undergo rigorous training to ensure they can provide empathetic and non-judgmental support to […]
- [Total Wellness Institute](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/total-wellness-institute/): Youth and Young Adult Counseling Services A mental health crisis is when a child is at risk of harming themselves or others, or if their emotions and behavior seem extreme and out of control. Warning signs of mental health crisis may include: Therapy Services Our in-person youth therapy program services are provided by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  The services begin with a call to our intake line to schedule an appointment with a therapist. Our services will address a wide range of presenting concerns such as:depression, anxiety, bullying, ADHD, family conflict, navigating divorce, low self-esteem, peer pressure, anger management, […]
- [Foster Care](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/child-welfare-services-2/): Foster Care Illinois Youth & Family services assists the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) by providing care, supervision, housing, safety, and assist with a treatment and permanency plan for youth in need of immediate placement in Will County. As part of that effort, we provide specialized foster care placement services that reinforce the value of serving distressed youth in a well-coordinated system of care which is: seamless for the youth/families; standardized in terms of multi-disciplinary assessment; outcome driven; cost effective; and collaborative in building upon a partnership the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in sustaining quality […]
- [Donation Info](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/donate-now/): A Gift Changes Lives In the next 20 seconds, you can have a big impact on children and families in Illinois. Give now from your Donor-Advised Fund Illinois Youth & Family Services  support many  children and families each year. Your gift helps us support children by putting families at the center of our work. Our vision is of an equitable world where all children and families thrive in strong communities. Your gift today will provide: Counseling for children and teens who have experienced trauma Home visiting and Doula services for expectant parents Early Childhood education and support for working families Help for […]
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- [Illinois Youth & Family](https://ilyouth.org/home/home/home/): Child Welfare Services Our child welfare services are geared to provide services, resources and people to walk alongside families as they navigate solutions to strengthen their families and prevent fixable challenges from becoming life-altering. These services include intact family services, foster care services, and foster to adopt services. Learn More Counseling Programs & Services Illinois Youth and Family Services Counseling programs provide extra support, guidance, and positive experiences to youth and young adults of all ages, races, and cultural backgrounds. These programs help children and families make positive changes in their lives to improve the quality of their lives. We […]


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