Guardian Angel Community Services

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Contact Information

168 N. Ottawa Street
Joliet, IL 60432
United States
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DayHours
Monday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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The goal of the Foster Care Program is to ensure that placements facilitate and maintain family ties, are in the best interest of the child, and meet the provisions of the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) Foster Care Contract.  Our mission is to provide diverse services that inspire people to improve the quality of their lives in their greatest time of need.

Central to our philosophy of care is advocacy for peace and justice.  We believe in the inalienable human right to live and work safely, free from violence, oppression, and abuse.  We are guided by the principle that people have the right to self-determination as we join them on their journey of healing. We strive to instill hope through client-centered services provided in a safe and confidential environment

 

 

Services and information

  • Traditional Foster Care
  • Emergency Foster Care
  • Respite Foster Care
  • Other

Requirements to become a foster parent

You must meet minimum requirements to provide foster care for children in Illinois. To become a foster parent, you must:

  • Be at least 21 years old
  • Attend foster parent orientation
  • Pass a background check
  • Finish 30 hours of foster parent training
  • Complete the Home Study
  • Provide at least three references
  • Clear a physical exam
  • Maintain financial stability

Foster families must be able to provide a safe and comfortable home for a child. You must provide room for the child to have a bed and enough space for personal belongings.

Foster parents do not need to be married or have a partner. However, if married, couples must show a stable marriage of at least one year before they can foster a child in Illinois.

Foster parents need to meet a child's basic care needs, such as providing meals and clothing. Foster families must also support a foster child's education and assist them in developing social skills.

Contact the DCFS or a local licensed child-placing agency to learn more or begin the fostering approval process.

Ratings and Reviews

Average user rating

3.1 / 5
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Vani Mancinas
Nov 09, 2017

where to start... this place needs a better domestic violence course.
horrible instructors, money hungry, and rude.
my dad can barely afford his food, and they canceled some classes, still expected to get paid for the canceled classes.
WOULD YOU PAY 30 DOLLARS FOR A CANCELED CLASS?
when my father said he wouldnt, the instructors attitude changed, and became vile and ignorant.
to our surprise they said he wasnt allowed back to the classes, even with money . so much for being angels. more like satanic demon community services. WE JUST WANTED OUR DAD TO BECOME A BETTER FATHER.

Rating: 1
Ivan Kutlesa
Feb 13, 2017

Guardian Angel Community Services provide some of the most needed social services through a variety of programs that are vital to the area residents of Will County and beyond. I have seen first hand, the amazing work done by these professionals with passion, caring and resolve to make our fellow neighbors, friends and family members lives better.
The best run non-profit social service agency in Illinois! Recommend anyone in crisis or need of help of any kind to reach out to the organization.

Rating: 5
Kyle Muersch
Feb 10, 2017

This is a great agency who helps so many people who are in need and brings awareness to so many people too! Keep up the hard work!

Rating: 5
Adam Kemp
Feb 10, 2017

If you have Kim assigned as a counselor, don't expect any dedication whatsoever. She clearly is not cut out for this line of work.

At a time when she should be building a trusting relationship with someone that is seeking help, she couldn't be bothered to show up for 3 of my 5 scheduled appointments. Though she did call less than 12 hours before the first one she cancelled, I only discovered that the other two weren't happening after sitting in the waiting room for an hour like an idiot.

Combine this with the fact that she said she would be telling me different things if we were in a different setting and I know damn well that she doesn't buy into any of what I've been told that led me there in the first place.

Thanks for nothing.

Rating: 1
Chunda Conway
Dec 19, 2016

I 😘😇😚😙 love this place thanks again to all of you all

Rating: 5