State and National Links
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Illinois Child Abuse Hotline
1800 25 ABUSE or 1800 252 2873
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1 800 4 A CHILD or 1-800-422-4453
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Timely information about Child Protection, Foster Care, Adoption, Day Care
licensing and other services provided by the Illinois Department of Children &
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An independent policy research center of the University of Chicago whose
mission is to build knowledge that improves policies and programs for children
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Serving children, youth, and families in the child welfare system since 1966.
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Provides access to information and resources to help protect children and
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Making children and families a national priority.
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CDF is the foremost national proponent of policies and programs that provide
children with the resources they need to succeed. -
Looking for resources to better advocate for your CASA/GAL child’s educational needs? Check out our educational advocacy resource page!
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Life is hard. Co-occurring disorders such as mental health issues and substance abuse can make following daily routines even more complicated. Learn more at DrugRehab.com
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A Comprehensive listing for all emergency, legal and law enforcement government offices in the country. Need an address or phone number? Follow this link.
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Here is a list of financial assistance programs that help single mothers in a variety of different ways. Take a look!
CASA Promotional Materials and Resources
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The organizing body for CASA programs in Illinois.
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Providing leadership, training, technical assistance and grants to CASA
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The latest information for active CASA volunteers.
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National CASA’s donor newsletter.
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National CASA’s quarterly magazine designed to keep CASA programs,
volunteers and the public abreast of the latest news and developments affecting
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Download this informative guide to learn more on treatments and medications commonly prescribed for individuals with ADHD/ADD.
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This guide is a helpful tool to assist advocates working with children about to transition out of foster care.