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Psychologist Referrals | Children's Home Association of Illinois - Intensive Placement Services (IPS)

2130 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 61603

Eligibility

Youth in foster care in Peoria County who are at-risk of being removed from the foster home

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
309-687-7413

Voice - Main Line

https://chail.org

Languages

English with capabilities for other languages

Application process

Please call for more information, but youth will likely already be plugged into services via DCFS.

Fees

None

Service area

Peoria County, IL

Description

Providing respite and support to kids in the foster care system. IPS provides short-term placement, stabilization, and services to minors who are at-risk of being removed from a foster home, including traditional foster care, relative foster care, or specialized foster care in Peoria County. Services are based on the ARC model and can include therapy, family support, crisis intervention, tutoring, recreation, school advocacy, and psychosocial education. IPS staff help mediate family tension and provide techniques for stabilization. For more information, please contact Faye Kesselmayer, LCSW at [email protected] or call 309-687-7413.

Last Assured

07/24/2025

Providing organization

Childrens Home Association of Illinois

The Children's Home Association of Illinois offers numerous counseling, education, and support programs for youth and families.