Illinois Family Resource Center

10/26/2026

💙 The Holidays Can Be Hard When You're Missing Someone.

While the holidays bring joy for many, children and teens experiencing grief may feel sadness, loneliness, or the absence of someone they love.

How can we help young people feel seen, supported, and less alone during the holiday season?

Join the Illinois Family Resource Center (IFRC) for a FREE virtual workshop to learn practical ways to:
✨ Better understand how grief affects children and teens.
✨ Recognize and respond to their emotional needs.
✨ Support grieving youth and caregivers through the holiday season.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or helping professional, you'll gain insights and tools to help young people navigate this difficult time with compassion and understanding.

💻 FREE Virtual Workshop
📅 Date: 11-17-26
⏰ Time: 11:30AM- 1:30PM

❤️ Give yourself the tools to support a grieving child or teen.

👉 Register today! https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_05ttvLgjTD6I0ZeQ621asg

Please share with someone who may find this workshop helpful.

10/26/2026

There is still time to register for this upcoming workshop!

What memories will the next generation carry forward?
Family patterns can be difficult to change, but new traditions and meaningful connections can help families build a different future.

Join IFRC for a FREE virtual workshop exploring ways to break intergenerational patterns of addiction, create positive family memories, and support recovery during the holidays.

📅 November 11 | 10:00–11:30 AM CST

👉 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Qzc-xXwoSVm17iuEO8kZ5g

Your past does not have to define the next generation.

10/25/2026

10/25/2026

Red Ribbon Week starts today!

IABH's Prevention Programs are honored to celebrate healthy communities and staying drug free with youth across the state from now to October 31. Together each year, we can work together to eliminate stigma, spread resources, and make healthy choices.

Make sure to tag IABH's programs this week and share what you're doing to share Red Ribbon Week with your community! ❤️

10/25/2026

It’s easy to look at someone else’s story and view it as one large, maybe quick, step to overcoming drug or alcohol addiction. However, what you likely didn’t see is all of the smaller moments of treatment, healing, challenges and community that ultimately led them to a healthier physical and mental well-being. Learn more about the stages of addiction recovery: https://bit.ly/4jBm43y

10/25/2026

I am a competent woman, and I have much to give life.
This is what I am, and I shall know it always.


For more info: https://linktr.ee/womenforsobriety

10/25/2026

Join Operation Parent’s free, monthly webinars featuring child psychologists and prevention experts. Topics include teen anxiety, va**ng, social media, trauma-informed parenting, and more—designed to empower K‑12 caregivers and spark meaningful conversations.

10/25/2026

It's FINALLY time to announce our CGTI Mid-Year 2027 Speaker Line-up! Over the next few weeks, we'll be sharing an incredible list of expert speakers who will be joining you this January to help fill your toolboxes, share knowledge, and inspire you to build healthy communities.

We're thrilled to welcome back Josh Copeland to the Mid-Year! His session, "Be Selfish," is all about how when we take care of ourselves and prioritize healthy decision making, we help better the people around us too.

We can't wait for this session - keep an eye out for more! 🏗👀

10/25/2026

10/25/2026

When you break it down, our CASAs are the ones that help guide children through some of the most difficult times ❤️

www.casaeci.org