When Christopher S. entered the child welfare system, he had already faced more adversity than most people experience in a lifetime. After losing his father and being separated from his mother due to incarceration, Chris moved through several placements—first an adoptive family, then to a relative’s home, and finally a group home. His journey eventually
When Jessica first came to Youth Outreach Services (YOS), she didn’t want to be there. Dressed in baggy jeans and a tank top, a gang tattoo visible on her neck, her expression made it clear—she was angry, closed off, and unwilling to trust. Referred for court-mandated community service after a violent altercation that resulted in
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YOS partners with Yougivegoods to help homeless youth. YOS supports high-risk youth, especially those in crisis due to homelessness or incarceration, by helping them transition to independent living. With this assistance, we can offer meaningful help to those who feel unseen and isolated. You can shop online and donate essential shelter and outreach items today,
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We are thrilled to share this public service announcement (PSA) featuring Subaru and YOS. In January, the Berman Subaru of Chicago team delivered 300 brand-new coats to YOS, which were distributed to at-risk youth from low-income communities throughout Chicago and the western suburbs. This 30-second spot is currently airing on several channels, and we would appreciate
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We are thrilled to announce a partnership between Operation Warm, Subaru, and Youth Outreach Services (YOS) to provide new winter coats for youth aged 12 to 21 living in low-income communities throughout Chicago and the western suburbs. On January 14, 2025, Berman Subaru of Chicago delivered 300 brand-new coats to YOS. These coats will be distributed to youth either in person or
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Illinois DCFS Offers Post-Secondary Scholarships to Current and Former Youth in Care DCFS Scholarship Program applications accepted until March 31, 2025. Contact: Deborah Lopez deborah.lopez@illinois.gov CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is currently accepting applications for the 2025 DCFS Scholarship Program. Through the program, a minimum of 53 academic scholarships will be awarded to
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We are excited to present the YOS quarterly newsletter, spotlighting the accomplishments we’ve achieved together and the resilient, heartwarming stories of the incredible lives you’ve helped transform! This edition showcases how our united efforts have tremendously impacted the lives of hundreds of underserved youth across Chicago and the western suburbs. Even when they’ve faced some seriously
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YOS FY23 Annual Report Click here to view or download the YOS FY’23 Annual Report.
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On October 11, 2024, Carly Gelb, MSW, LCSW, and LPHA, Program Manager, at Youth Outreach Services, was featured in an article by Psychotherapists.io discussing techniques that help youth with anxiety. Envision Worst-Case Scenario “If the worst thing happens, can I cope with it?” Anxiety is designed to help us stay safe and avoid threats, which
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