# Event Details - **Event Name**: Emergency Foster Care with Shelter Youth & Family Services - In-Person - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: 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?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.Have you ever thought about opening your home to a child in need, but didn’t know where to start?Join us for an inspiring and informative in-person event to learn how you can become an Emergency Foster Home with Shelter Youth & Family Services and provide immediate care for children when they need it most.Emergency Foster Homes welcome children during times of crisis for a short period, offering them safety, compassion, and stability during some of the most difficult moments in their lives. Shelter Youth & Family Services provides extensive wraparound support to foster parents, ensuring both families and children receive the resources they need. Emergency Foster Parents also receive additional financial support.We especially encourage bilingual Spanish-speaking families to attend, as there is a critical need for foster homes that can support Spanish-speaking children and families in our communities.Whether you are already licensed, considering becoming licensed, or simply exploring what foster care looks like, we invite you to come learn more and ask questions in a welcoming environment.We are currently specifically targeting the following individuals:Education professionalsEducational support professionalsMedical care providersMental health care providersEmergency respondersIndividuals with parenting experienceIndividuals with special needs experienceThis event is located at Worth Park District - 11500 S. Beloit Ave., Worth, IL 60482. 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 & answerSub sandwiches, chips, drinks, and cookies will be provided - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/worth/emergency-foster-care-with-shelter-youth-and-family-services-in-person/100001989834967954 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, job-fairs, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Worth Park District - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Worth - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Worth Park District - **lat**: 41.6828147 - **long**: -87.80491839999999 - **full address**: Worth Park District, 11500 South Beloit Avenue, Worth, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Emergency Foster Care with Shelter Youth & Family Services - In-Person - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/9d41bab914dd92808189495132eaf889c4919b4184d60e8bbd761866a23d3d29-rimg-w1200-h600-dcebeeef-gmir.jpg?v=1779220910 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Emergency Foster Care with Shelter Youth & Family Services - In-Person being held? - **A:** Emergency Foster Care with Shelter Youth & Family Services - In-Person takes place on Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 25 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Worth Park District, 11500 South Beloit Avenue, Worth, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Emergency Foster Care with Shelter Youth & Family Services - In-Person? - **A:** Emergency Foster Care with Shelter Youth & Family Services - In-Person is organized by Let It Be Us. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Emergency Foster Care with Shelter Youth & Family Services - In-Person is ideal for curious learners, students, 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 Worth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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