by Ellen Riggsbee | Dec 14, 2023 | Hephzibah
When children arrive at Hephzibah Home, they come from unimaginable circumstances and were almost always abused and neglected. They are often on high alert and fearful of their surroundings and staff who are suddenly caring for them. Staff at Hephzibah Home are never...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Nov 16, 2023 | Foster Care, Hephzibah
All children deserve love, support, security and a forever home. As we acknowledge National Adoption Month this November, we also recognize the incredible and open-hearted families that have been created, enhanced and expanded through adoption. Each year, Hephzibah’s...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Nov 14, 2023 | Foster Care, Hephzibah, Hephzibah Employees, Hephzibah Home News, News
We Are Thankful! Each year at this time, we pause to reflect on all the reasons we have to be grateful. Throughout the year, we collect contributions and gifts and receive volunteer assistance and support that help us provide the children and families we serve with...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Oct 12, 2023 | Foster Care, Hephzibah, Hephzibah Employees, Hephzibah Home News, News
The view from the windows of Hephzibah Home is a typical Oak Park view from the tree-lined street just north of the elevated train tracks. You can see the occasional El train whizzing by, the treetops from the south side of the tracks, and a blue sky on a clear day....
by Ellen Riggsbee | Oct 4, 2023 | Events, Hephzibah, Hephzibah in the Community, News
Right now, in Illinois, there are thousands of children in foster care waiting for a home. These children, who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect, need stability, love, nurturing and safety. As troublesome as this reality is, it means that our...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Sep 26, 2023 | Day Care, Hephzibah, Hephzibah Employees, Hephzibah in the Community, News
Camiya Honorable, Day Care Program Site Supervisor, takes her job seriously. Camiya is part of a team that facilitates Hephzibah’s After Care and Summer Camp programs. She makes sure these programs, which offer affordable, enriching and nurturing environments to...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Sep 19, 2023 | Events, Hephzibah, Hephzibah in the Community, News
It’s no secret. The mental health crisis for today’s youth has reached epidemic levels, with depression, self-harm and suicide all on the rise. Finding solutions and maneuvering the path to intensive services can be confusing and overwhelming to parents, educators,...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Sep 12, 2023 | Foster Care, Hephzibah, Hephzibah Employees, Hephzibah Home News, News
It’s Child Welfare Worker Appreciation Week. Hephzibah has many child welfare worker heroes among us, and caseworker Brianna Lane is one of them. Her incredible journey from foster child to foster care caseworker inspires us all: How long have you worked for...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Sep 7, 2023 | Foster Care, Hephzibah, Hephzibah Employees, Hephzibah Home News, News
Just what is an auxiliary board, you ask? Great question! At Hephzibah, auxiliary boards are groups of volunteers who collectively raise funds and increase awareness in the wider community – all in support of Hephzibah’s mission. Our three auxiliary boards...
by Ellen Riggsbee | Aug 8, 2023 | Auxiliary News & Events, Events, Hephzibah, Hephzibah Employees, Hephzibah Home News, Hephzibah in the Community, News, Volunteer News
There are endless benefits that come from a lifetime of volunteering. Volunteering gives individuals a sense of purpose, improves physical and mental health, helps people engage in their community and simply makes people happier. However, one long-time volunteer for...
