When you were young, what did you want to be when you grew up? We asked everyone at LSSI’s 44th Annual True Friend Celebration benefitting our children’s programs & it led to some fun conversations. Share your answer in the comments. https://t.co/xFf2s0q1eW

Child Resources Specialists from our Champaign/Danville foster care program spoke @csiselca Women of the ELCA (WELCA) fall gathering @GSLChampaign about the need for foster parents. The theme was “My Cup Overflows” & we feel that way about the support from everyone there!

Nothing prepares you for your 1st big job out of school, yet Charlese already talks like a seasoned pro. She tells Melissa about how she relies on her team, brings her authentic self to work & stays calm in difficult times. Ep 20 of Coffee Break w/ Melissa https://t.co/Laxet0RnQl

Join our foster care team for a FREE screening of the inspirational movie @SoundOfHopeFilm at Salem Lutheran Church in Moline, on Sunday, October 19. RSVP by calling 309.764.5614 or visit the event page https://t.co/3kUNEOHHlT @AngelStudiosInc @Peacetreemovies

“We pray for every blessing on his ministry and service with the ELCA.” LSSI CEO Mark Stutrud & everyone at LSSI congratulates Metropolitan Chicago Synod’s very own Rev. Yehiel Curry on his installation as Presiding Bishop of @ELCA 📸 Janine Truppay/ELCA https://t.co/9bROjUTMXr

Thank you to all who attended our 44th Annual True Friend Celebration to support the bright futures & big dreams of children served by our programs across IL. We look forward to celebrating with you again next year! https://t.co/xFf2s0qz4u More pics on our Facebook page @MeetLSSI

We are so excited to support bright futures and big dreams for children in our care at the 44th annual True Friend Celebration tomorrow! Get ready for the big event with a look back at all the highlights from last year. https://t.co/xFf2s0q1eW #FlashbackFriday

Intact is more than a name. It’s a goal. Jessica, Intact Family Services Child Welfare Supervisor, shares how we provide support for families who don’t need foster care, but still need help preserving family life. Episode 19 of Coffee Break with Melissa https://t.co/gVxr99N6Sb

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma & promote life-saving resources. LSSI Foster Care staff wore teal and purple to represent mental health awareness, hope, and healing. Call/text the 988 Suicide/Crisis Hotline 24/7

The 44th Annual True Friend Celebration this Saturday would not be possible without all of our incredible sponsors: Harney Management Partners @BMO_US Aigner Family Fdn @BakerTillyUS @Wintrust @Aetna Ben Lazare Consulting @Humana @MarshGlobal @ILMeridian Portico Benefit Services

The 2nd annual Chip in Fore Children Charity Golf Outing was a great success thanks to so many golfers, volunteers, employees, and sponsors. We raised $6,719.09 to help children in foster care. See all the photos by Priscilla Porter Photography here: https://t.co/KGcJOr8KyP

Johanna is one of our incredible fictive kinship foster parents who is fostering 4 siblings in addition to her own 3 young children. She shares some inspiring advice about her day-to-day life that can also help you-watch Ep. 18 Coffee Break with Melissa https://t.co/uwMceTdkr8

“If you see someone slumped over and they're not responding, you can save their life.” NARCAN is a safe medication that reverses an opioid-involved overdose, and now it’s available for FREE in vending machines at 5 CTA stations. Read more: https://t.co/TY5dGYgMWA @taskforceinfo

Enjoy a great dinner and learn how planned giving can bring joy to you and your loved ones. Join our Chief Advancement Officer at St. John’s LC in Mendota, at 5:30pm this Saturday for an informative evening of generosity and joy. RSVP https://t.co/lNQQsqSC16 or call 815.539.5626

Every birthday is special, and our “Birthday Buddies” partners make sure of it! Thank you, Tri-Church group in Rock Falls/Sterling (Immanuel Ev. LC, @SterlingStJohns, St. Paul LC) for celebrating with the residents from our Sterling Group Home during a trip to the bowling alley.

Lutherans Unite for Illinois, for people, for care. Thank you, @GovPritzker, @LaPointefor19, and everyone who joined us @GoodShepherdOP to uplift the vital role of human services & compassionate, just & responsible public policy. 📸George Pfoertner Photo https://t.co/UO8IZy4jZE

Going to therapy can be difficult… now imagine a language barrier getting in the way. One of our bilingual therapists talks about the importance of providing services in a native language. An important conversation for #HispanicHeritageMonth on CBWM -> https://t.co/BDnq3BtHHB

State Rep. Lindsey @LaPointefor19 reacts to winning the Legislator of the Year presented by LSSI at Lutherans Unite for Illinois. The award is given to state lawmakers who demonstrate leadership advancing the health, dignity, and well-being of Illinoisans. https://t.co/5n6sr3GLsA

Gov. Pritzker reacts to winning the Paul Simon Courage in Public Service Award presented by LSSI at Lutherans Unite for Illinois. It honors the late Senator Simon’s commitment to developing compassionate, just and responsible public policy. Full remarks https://t.co/Iyv3A24vre

RSVP by this Friday to reserve your seat and join us as we celebrate the incredible impact you make possible https://t.co/VFn81La8zN