by beanstalk | Oct 1, 2024 | Adoption, Blog, community prevention, family services, foster care, mental health services, Parenting, pregnancy services, youth development, Youth Programs
As election season approaches, we encourage you to focus on what truly matters: the well-being of children and families in our community. While we may be passionate about our politics, there’s one thing we can all agree on—every child deserves the chance to thrive....
by beanstalk | Feb 5, 2024 | Blog, Counseling, mental health services
“Emily” is a brave girl who works with one of LFCS’ behavioral health therapists. She suffers from having extreme social anxiety and struggles in many common social settings. Recently, Emily had to write an essay for her class that would be presented in front of...
by beanstalk | Dec 16, 2016 | Adoption, Blog, Counseling, foster care, Parenting, pregnancy services, youth development, Youth Programs
Your opinion matters at LFCS! The mission of Lutheran Family and Children’s Services is to help families, children and individuals experience greater hope and wholeness of life. One way we achieve this mission is through advocacy, but we need your help! What...
by beanstalk | Aug 19, 2016 | Adoption, Blog, Counseling, foster care, mid-missouri office, Parenting, pregnancy services, southeast office, southwest office, youth development, Youth Programs
“Why don’t you pick on someone your own size?” In Hollywood playgrounds, it’s easy to spot the villain, because they’ll be bullying someone who can’t defend themselves. The hero immediately steps in to deliver justice, saying their good guy catchphrase. The hero’s...
by beanstalk | Feb 1, 2016 | Adoption, Blog, Counseling, foster care, pregnancy services, Youth Programs
As many are aware, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois recently announced major cuts – with plans to close 30 programs and eliminate more than 750 positions (over 40% of their work force). Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is the largest statewide...
