# Event Details - **Event Name**: Casual Conversation: Foster Care and Licensing with Children's Home - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join Let It Be Us experts and the Children's Home in this casual conversation to learn about Foster Care.About this EventLet 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.Could you be the safe place a child needs - right now? If you’ve ever felt a pull to help a child in need but weren’t sure where to start, this evening is for you.Join us for an informative and compassionate in-person Casual Conversation on Foster Care and Licensing with the Children's Home, an organization committed to protecting children, strengthening families, and building brighter futures for those who have experienced trauma. Engage in open, candid discussions and share valuable insights in an intimate, small-group session hosted by Let It Be Us. Meet with our dedicated staff, agency caseworkers, and experienced foster parents as we provide the latest updates on foster care and licensing - and give you the opportunity to ask your individual questions. You’ll also learn more about the Illinois child welfare system and the incredible support available to foster families. By offering a stable and loving home, you can make a profound difference in a child's life. Join us to discover how you can become part of a child’s journey of hope and begin your path to becoming a foster parent.This rewarding role is ideal for those residing in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties. Licensed and unlicensed families are welcome. Make a lasting impact on a child’s life by providing a stable and loving home.This event is located at the Children's Home Association of Illinois offices - 2130 Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 61603. Questions may be directed to Cathy Newbury at cathynewbury@letitbeus.org.This event is free and open to the publicAccess to this event is completely in-personRegistration for this event is requiredDuring the event, attendees will have the opportunity for question & answerRefreshments will be servedOne evening can open the door to a lifetime of hope for a child. Join us and take the first step. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/casual-conversation-foster-care-and-licensing-with-childrens-home/100001980726478216 - **Event Categories**: job-fairs - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Peoria - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Children's Home Association of Illinois - **lat**: 40.7137249 - **long**: -89.59326100000001 - **full address**: Children's Home Association of Illinois, 2130 Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Casual Conversation: Foster Care and Licensing with Children's Home - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/7e3d5c8f28221684e569f216be51ea751bfc1c7068568d85014bf560e2a4d0c7-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1768596316 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Casual Conversation: Foster Care and Licensing with Children's Home being held? - **A:** Casual Conversation: Foster Care and Licensing with Children's Home takes place on Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Children's Home Association of Illinois, 2130 Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Casual Conversation: Foster Care and Licensing with Children's Home? - **A:** Casual Conversation: Foster Care and Licensing with Children's Home is organized by Let It Be Us. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Casual Conversation: Foster Care and Licensing with Children's Home is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Peoria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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