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Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent? We provide training and support throughout your journey, so you can make a difference in the life of a child. Become a Foster Parent How it Works When a child is removed from their home, foster parents provide safe and loving homes, and support a child during a difficult time. Association House helps foster parents meet and exceed licensing requirements. Our bilingual staff provides training and support throughout your time as a foster parent, so you can make a difference in the life of a child. Eligibility Anyone can become a foster parent regardless of your gender or marital status. To become a foster parent at Association House’s Child Welfare program, you must complete the following requirements: Must be at least 21 years old. Legal residency/citizenship of the United States Extra bedroom in home Medical exams and fingerprinting for each person residing in home Income & Financial Stability Completion of 27 hours of Foster Parent Training 3 reference letters "What inspired me to be a foster parent was the desire to be a mother to someone who really needs that mother figure. Even though I know it could be temporary, I still feel like it is worth it to be that nurturing parent for however much time that child needs it. Helping that person become who he will become is a privilege for me." - April, Foster Parent 154 children were protected and cared for in foster care. FAQs How long does it take to become a foster parent? The process takes approximately 3 – 6 months. To receive your foster care license, you must go through 27 hours of training, each adult in your household must pass a federal background check, and there is a home study which assures that your home or apartment is appropriate for a child. As soon as your process is complete your case worker will begin to explore placements with you. Do I need to own a home to be a foster parent? Nope! Renting a home is totally fine, as long as all other requirements are met. Do a child's birth parents visit him or her? A large part of a child’s identity comes from his or her family. As a foster parent, you will need to make an effort for your child to stay connected through visits. Your case worker will work with you on the time and location of these visits. Sometimes it’s a grandparent and/or siblings that desire to stay in touch with a child. Learning about this and becoming comfortable with this is part of your foster care training. How much does it cost to become a foster parent, or to adopt through foster care? It is free to become a foster parent. And it is free to adopt from foster care. There are no legal expenses. Note that adoption through an adoption agency (either domestic or foreign) can cost between $25,000 – $40,000. Each child who is adopted through foster care receives a small stipend until the age of 18. And, there are many college scholarships for children who have been adopted through foster care. Please note that in foster care, our goal is always reunification first. If reunification simply is not possible, as determined by the courts, then foster families may choose to adopt the children they have cared for. What kind of support will I receive as a foster parent? Each child is covered with health insurance and each child receives a stipend for his or her individual care. The stipend is different according to each child’s needs. On top of that, Association house has Direct staff service involvement – both case managers and licensing representatives are easily accessible for our foster parents to ensure their questions are being answered, follow up with information or provide guidance. Want More Information? Related Content Intact Services Learn More Parenting Resources Learn More Foster Care Learn More

Dulce is a bilingual mental health counselor with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Community Counseling from Argosy University. < Back Dulce Escano MA, QMHP As Clinical Assessor, Dulce provides intake and therapy services to adults, adolescents, and children in the Counseling program. She is a bilingual mental health counselor with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Community Counseling from Argosy University. Dulce has worked for more than a decade with multi-ethnic, multi-generational populations and individuals struggling with chronic mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and significant medical conditions.

Dulcinea How We Help We offer a structured living setting for adults with severe and persistent mental illness or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. The program’s overall goal is for participants build their skills to function independently and confidently in the community. What to Expect Independent living, social, adaptive and coping skill building activities that include groups and individual sessions Medication Monitoring and Training Case Management and Community Support Crisis Prevention and Intervention Services Access to psychiatric and medical care Individualized treatment plans to support goal achievement Opportunities to develop natural supports Eligibility & Enrollment This program serves Medicaid-eligible individuals with severe mental health or substance use disorder. Individuals must be enrolled in a referring Association House program. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us at 773-772-8009 ext. 1020. Adults 18+ years Adults with a mental health diagnosis or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder. Adults with functional living needs who require assistance with activities of daily living and support to transition into the community. Medicaid and source of income (SSI/SSDI) Do not require 24 hour medical attention Ability to self-administer own medications Ability to ascend and descend stairs without assistance (there are stairs to enter the building and to access the floors with bedrooms). History of psychiatric hospitalizations “When I first came here, I was going through hard changes because I had nowhere to live. I was so happy that they (AHC) gave me a hand, It felt like they understood me. When I was in the hospital I lost my apartment, and they gave me a place to stay. I made friends with lots of people here, they helped me a lot. ” - Association House Participant 88% of participants improved their Independent Living Skills in order to obtain their main goal of moving into the community independently. Related Programs Counseling Learn More Case Management Learn More Community Health Learn More Developmental Disabilities Learn More

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< Back Jaime Garcia Senior Director of Human Resources Jaime oversees Association House’s Human Resources Department. He manages everyday operations, plans, develops, modifies, and consults human resources policies and procedures to benefit the administration, federal/state employment regulation compliance, and recruitment. He joined the organization in 2003 as a part-time Human Resources Clerk and with much dedication, Jaime gained tremendous experience and knowledge, leading him to where he is today. He attended the University of Illinois at Chicago and received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Management. Jaime also has an MBA from National-Louis University along with a certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from DePaul University. He is also an active member of the Greater Chicagoland Not-for-Profit Human Resources Directors Group. He is inspired by the mission of the organization and the services that the staff provide to individuals and families in the community.

Mental health is just as important as physical. Our bilingual counselors work with people of all ages and cultures to navigate life's challenges. Mental Health Counseling How We Help We work with people of all ages and cultures in individual, family, and group therapy to gain clarity, learn new skills, and navigate life's challenges. Our services can help with: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eclectic Therapy Emotionally Focused Therapy Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Expressive Arts Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Person-Centered Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Relational Therapy Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Strengths-based Therapy Our Approach "A few years ago I struggled to get out of bed, had no self-esteem, was lashing out at people, and used alcohol as my coping mechanism. Now I am more optimistic and know how to handle both my good days, and bad days. I've learned how to incorporate new techniques to reduce my feelings of depression." - Program Participant Family & Relationships Parenting Family Conflict Relationship Issues Pre-marital Counseling Marital Conflict Domestic Abuse Behavior Behavioral Issues Developmental Disorders Impulse Control Disorders Mood Disorders Trauma PTSD Life Stress Anger Management Self-Esteem School Issues Work Issues Transitions Grief and Loss Gender and Sexuality Some of the approaches and specializations we are able to offer include: Our Therapists Our Therapists You can trust our therapists to identify the right type of support at the right time. Our therapists are trauma-informed and culturally affirming. Whether you have had therapy in the past or are seeking services for the first time, we are here for you. Meet our therapists: Monica Gonzalez Coming soon... Read More Yessenia De La O Coming soon... Read More Nydia Gonzalez (she/her) Nydia is a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master’s in Forensic Psychology. Read More Dulce Escano Dulce is a bilingual mental health counselor with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Community Counseling from Argosy University. Read More Eligibility & Costs Many participants receive services through Medicaid. Association House is also an in-network provider for Blue Cross / Blue Shield PPO and accepts self-pay. If we are out-of-network for your insurance company, we are happy to provide you with a statement so that you can ask them to reimburse you for some of your costs. For self-pay, a sliding scale fee is available for those who qualify. 98% of counseling participants avoided psychiatric hospitalization and 89% increased or sustained functioning after six months of treatment. How To Get Started If you’re ready to take the next step, our team is ready to help. Here are two ways to get started: For M edicaid: 773-772-8009 ext. 6721 After receiving your initial inquiry, we will work with you to understand your goals, match you with a therapist and set your first appointment. Contact Like what you see? Get in touch to learn more. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Related Programs Psychosocial Rehabilitation Learn More Developmental Disabilities Learn More Drop-In Center Learn More

Why not donate that car that’s been costing you more to insure than to use? Our Vehicle Donation Program allows you to donate your car and give back! Vehicle Donations How You Can Help Why not donate that car that’s been costing you more to insure than to use? Our Vehicle Donation Program allows you to donate your car and give back! By doing so, you will provide valuable proceeds that support our programs and mission. How It Works Call 855-500-7433 (855-500-RIDE) or Complete our Online Donation Form at https://careasy.org/nonprofit/associationhouseofchicago . The Vehicle Donation Support Team is available seven days a week and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We accept all types of vehicles, the pick-up. Schedule Your Free Pick-up: We arrange to have a licensed tow company pick up your vehicle at a time convenient for you. The vehicle will be taken to one of our many sale locations where it will be sold—all at no cost to you. We Receive the Funds and You Could Qualify for a Tax Deduction! Vehicle donations are tax-deductible, and we work to get the highest return per vehicle for us and for your tax benefit. In most cases, when the driver arrives for your tax-deductible gift, you’ll be provided with the donation receipt. You will be mailed a thank-you letter within 30 days of the sale of the vehicle, which also serves as a donation tax receipt. Related Content Give Now Learn More Matching Gifts Learn More Corporate Partnership Learn More

< Back Sherri Richardson srichardson@associationhouse.org Senior Financial Careers Facilitator What education or prior experiences do you have related to workforce development? I have prior work experience of about 11.5 years working in retail banking. I am also a Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP). What about your work inspires you? Helping participants grow personally and professionally, and find meaningful work inspires me. What's a fun fact about yourself? I like to watch sitcoms from the '80s and '90s to take my mind off of current events. Related Content BankWork$ Learn More NextJob Learn More Tech#Ready Learn More

Morgan currently serves as Senior Manager of Global Innovation Strategy for McDonald’s, developing new technologies, menu items, and innovations for restaurants around the world. < Back Morgan Pierce Morgan currently serves as Senior Manager of Global Innovation Strategy for McDonald’s, developing new technologies, menu items, and innovations for restaurants around the world. She attended Spelman College and received a graduate education from Yale. Morgan hopes to bring her knack for fostering fruitful partnerships to the House to continue outreach efforts in the community. “Association House aims to leave people better than how they came, and that is what being a steward of the community is all about. I believe deeply in providing opportunities for people to fully participate in society and live to their highest capacity. This is the place where I can do that important work.”

We're here to help. Give us a call and we will do our best to get you the resources and help you need to be healthy, successful, and safe. Contact Us Association House High School (773) 305-9300 Behavioral Health (773) 772-8009 Child Welfare (773) 772-8004 Community Health (773) 772-7170 Mental Health Counseling (773) 772-8009 Workforce Development (773) 772-7170 Human Resources (773) 772-7170 Development (773) 772-7170 x 9103 Marketing (773) 772-7170 x 9107 Additional Questions? Contact Reason Submit Getting Here Nearby Buses 70 Division/Kedzie - .1 miles 52 Kedzie/Grand - .3 miles 65 Grand/Augusta - .3 miles 66 Chicago/Kedzie - .4 miles 82 Homan/Grand - .4 miles 94 California/Division - .6 miles Closest Trains Green Line - Kedzie (transfer to 52 bus) Blue Line - Division (transfer to 70 bus) By Car Guest parking in Lot 1 at Thomas/Kedzie