University of Illinois Extension-Ford/Iroquois Unit-Children, Families & Seniors

We offer parenting programs and resources that focus on teaching children responsibility, character development, importance of family traditions and communicating with teens.

Featured Websites

Additional Websites

Elder Abuse & Neglect
Examples of elder abuse and warning signs of neglect of seniors.
Just for Kids
Lots of fun websites for kids to learn everything from how worms eat garbage to how to get along with others.
Your New Baby
Learn about why your new baby cries, when your baby will sleep all night, and how to find quality infant child care.
Child Care for Teen Parents
Learn some basic guidelines for caring for children of teen parents.
Business of Babysitting
Want to start your own babysitting business? Visit this site to learn what you need to know to become a great babysitter!
Family Works
A series of strategies for building stronger families.
Out on a Limb
It's not easy to get along. Help Maria and her friends solve their problems peacefully.
Winter Storm Resource Center
Links to the information you need to cope with severe winter weather.

Our other program areas....

News & Updates
Connecting with Kids Resource for staying in touch with kids.
Nibbles Ideas for coping with the challenges of parenting and preparing your children for success.
Parenting Again A newsletter focused on grandparents raising their grandchildren.
Thrifty Living Provides information on money management, consumer skills, nutrition, and well-being.
Working Families News and ideas for families with working parents.

Upcoming Events

Brighten Your Holidays
Oakwood, Illinois (Vermilion County)
November 5, 2008

For more information about these programs, please contact:

Ellen M. Luhman
Community Worker, FNP/Family and Consumer Science
Ford/Iroquois Unit
912 W Seminary Ave
P.O. Box 163
Onarga, IL 60955-0163
Phone: 815-268-4051
FAX: 815-268-4058
luhman@illinois.edu

Deanne Holste
Community Worker/ 4-H Youth and Family
Ford/Iroquois Unit
912 W Seminary Ave
P.O. Box 163
Onarga, IL 60955-0163
Phone: 815-268-4051
FAX: 815-268-4058
deholste@illinois.edu

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