Become a Foster Parent with LCFS

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.

Are you interested in learning more about the Illinois child welfare system, what it means to be a foster parent, and how to get started? Join Let It Be Us and Lutheran Child & Family Services for an informative and inspiring event. You're invited to a special in-person event designed to answer your questions and guide you through the first steps of making a difference in a child’s life. This is a warm, welcoming space to learn, connect, and discover how you can be part of something truly life-changing.Let It Be Us is proud to host this engaging and educational event in partnership with Lutheran Child & Family Services - the second-largest community-based child welfare agency in Illinois. Together, we’re dedicated to protecting children, strengthening families, and supporting those who have experienced trauma. If you are licensed or not yet licensed, living in Oak Brook, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, and surrounding areas, you are encouraged to join us! This event is located at the Lutheran Children & Family Services Springfield Office – 900 Jorie Blvd, Suite 200, Oak Brook, IL. Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at .

• This event is free and open to the public
• Access to this event is completely IN-PERSON, no virtual options
• Registration for this event is required
• During the event, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answer