Illinois Family Resource Center

10/16/2026

Need someone to talk to? The National Domestic Violence Hotline offers 24/7, confidential support by call, text, or online chat. You are never alone.
Visit thehotline.org | Call 1-800-799-7233 |
Text “START” to 88788

10/15/2026

Children are affected by addiction, even when they aren’t the ones using substances. 💙

They see more than we realize. They hear conversations, notice changes in behavior, and feel the stress and uncertainty around them.

But too often, these children go unrecognized, unheard, and unsupported.

They need safe spaces to ask questions, honest and age-appropriate answers, and caring adults who understand what they may be experiencing.

At NACoA, we believe children deserve support and opportunities for healing, regardless of where their parent or caregiver is in their substance use or recovery journey.

Children need hope, too. 💙

Learn how NACoA is helping children and families affected by addiction at nacoa.org.

10/15/2026

Addiction can be part of someone’s story without being the end. 💙

📖 Recovery can bring new chapters, new possibilities, and new hope.

✨ With support, compassion, and care, people can keep moving forward and build a future beyond addiction.

➡️ Learn more about addiction stigma: https://bit.ly/4qetyJq

10/15/2026

The Are You Really Winning? campaign has teamed up with NIU Huskies to help encourage those who choose to bet this football season to play it safe.

Before you place a bet, make a responsible game plan:

✋ Set limits
🚩 Know your risk
🙋 Know when to ask for help

Assess your risk of a gambling issue with the short screener found at AreYouReallyWinning.com.

For 24/7 help, call 1.800.GAMBLER. Illinois residents can also text “GAMB” to 833234 or download the Evive App.

Paid Partnership:

10/15/2026

Today is National Day
Addressing and preventing bullying is something that everyone can do, every day.

This visit stopbullying.gov/ and learn how to help for good.

10/15/2026

10/15/2026

When people ask what one of the most important things a CASA can do, they just might be surprised when we reply:

✨ Show up ✨

It may sound simple, but for many of the kids in the system, that is something few people have done for them. Being a consistent, stable presence in the life of a child whose life has been filled with inconsistency is one of the most important things we do.

10/15/2026

Sesame Is Here for Families

10/15/2026