YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT
Empowering Connections for Thriving Families.
Family Service of Glencoe takes a leading role in fostering meaningful dialogue and strengthening bonds within our community, schools, and families.
Family Service of Glencoe takes a leadership role in facilitating dialogue and strengthening connections among our community, our schools, and parents.
We support the changing needs of our youth by being at the forefront of the issues they face, providing the necessary psychological support to those who need it most, and harnessing the collective power of the many talented and committed organizations in our community.
We coordinate with schools and other service providers to facilitate cooperative efforts that benefit the wellbeing of children, families, and our community. This effort includes support of Social Emotional Learning in the Glencoe Schools. Through community talks and parent discussion groups, we connect parents with other parents, schools, and resources to help them raise emotionally healthy children.
PARENT CONSULTATIONS
Focused Guidance for Immediate Solutions.
Family Service of Glencoe’s Parent Consultations provide participants with a one-time consultation that is solution-focused and addresses specific issues. Participants gain knowledge, skills, and insights for resolving their concerns. Consultations are tailored for each participant with the goal of maximum results in minimum time.
Concerns Addressed Include
parents
divorce
family conflict
mental health during or after pregnancy/adoption/trying to conceive
a loved one’s substance abuse
elder care
Free of charge to all Glencoe residents and workforce, residents of New Trier Township, Northfield Township, Highland Park, and Highwood.
SCHOLARSHIP ASSESSMENT
Confidential Evaluations for Financial Assistance Eligibility.
Partnering with the Glencoe Park District and School District 35, Family Service of Glencoe provides confidential financial assessments for scholarship eligibility. FSG does not fund the scholarship; it assesses eligibility. Financial assistance comes directly from the organization.
Qualifications and Applications
When families request financial help from a participating organization, an FSG staff member meets with a family member to evaluate the family’s income and level of need. The staff member uses a grid to determine eligibility based upon income and other factors. Once eligibility is determined and discussed, FSG advises the organization of the result. Scholarship eligibility lasts one year.
Participating organizations
Glencoe School District 35
Glencoe Park District
Preschool programming and daycare in cooperation with New Trier Township
TECH SENSE SINGLE-SESSION CONSULTATIONS
NEW to FSG !
Feeling anxious parenting this new generation? Is technology having an effect on your children and home life? FSG is here to help you navigate these challenges!
As we continue to evolve to meet the ever-changing needs in the community, we’re pleased to offer FREE single-sessions consultations focused on the complexities of tech usage among our developing children. Ana Balthazar, MFT, FSG Staff Therapist, is holding these sessions by appointment only and focuses on:
limiting screen time and social media exposure
encouraging real-life social interactions
teaching emotional regulation
building resilience through problem solving
Contact Ana today at (847) 461-1164 or ana@familyserviceofglencoe.org.
*English, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking support available!
PARENT DISCUSSION GROUPS
Parenting insights and connection.
Let’s connect, share, and navigate the ups and downs of parenting together! Parents from any school/district are invited to discuss and learn about topics that are relevant to their child's age and development.
A Family Service of Glencoe clinician will serve as a facilitator providing expert guidance as well as resources.
Connect with Us Today
Our dedicated team is ready to support your family's unique needs with confidential and compassionate guidance.
