In southern Illinois, the agency serves a diverse group of families. Over 10,000 children and families across 12 counties are impacted by our region's programs each year. Children, ranging in age from newborn to 21, experience hope through interactions with our 120-person team of professional staff and the community. We manage home-based services in the region, including foster care, adoption services, child care assistance, early childhood education, crisis intervention, rehabilitation for youth and couseling services.