Runaway/Homeless Youth Helplines | Children's Home Association of Illinois - Comprehensive Community-Based Youth Services Program
Eligibility
Youth, ages 10 to 17, in Peoria County who have runaway, been "locked out" by a parent, or who refuse to return home after coming in contact with law enforcement. Parents may call to make a referral for youth who have experienced similar problems but who have not yet come in contact with law enforcement.
Hours
24/7
309-687-7524
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Standard Business Hours Referral Line 1
309-687-7425
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Standard Business Hours Referral Line 2
309-687-8787
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24/7 Runaway and Lockout Line
Languages
English
Application process
Please call.
Fees
None
Service area
Peoria County, IL
The Children's Home Association of Illinois offers 24-hour crisis intervention services for youth, ages 10 to 17, in Peoria County who have runaway, been "locked out" by a parent, or who refuse to return home after coming in contact with law enforcement. Parents may call to make a referral for youth who have experienced similar problems but who have not yet come in contact with law enforcement. The program works to preserve or reunify the living situation. Services are available for up to three months and may include crisis counseling, mediation, short-term placement, individual/family/group counseling, recreation, skill building, advocacy and linkage to other services.
Last Assured
04/01/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Childrens Home Association of Illinois Comprehensive Community Based Youth Services Program
The Children's Home Association of Illinois offers 24-hour crisis intervention services for youth, ages 10 to 17, in Peoria County who have runaway, been "locked out" by a parent, or who refuse to return home after coming in contact with law enforcement. Parents may call to make a referral for youth who have experienced similar problems but who have not yet come in contact with law enforcement. The program works to preserve or reunify the living situation. Services are available for up to three months and may include crisis counseling, mediation, short-term placement, individual/family/group counseling, recreation, skill building, advocacy and linkage to other services.