House of Hope Illinois :: hope and help for teens

"For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11

House of Hope Illinois, a home for healing teens

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Josh is a 15 year old, filled with anger, not attending school regularly and therefore failing his classes. He has been in trouble with the police on more than one occasion and disregards any authority figure in his life. His substance use is now evident, and his focus is on friends and having a "good time".

By now, nothing is "normal" any more, the family is emotionally drained, life now focuses on Josh and his rebellion.
Do you know someone like Josh*? What now?

We strive to IMPACT the lives of teens. We meet teens where they are at in life. We listen. We understand. We love. We extend grace.
>> read a teen's thoughts about House of Hope - Illinois

House of Hope - Illinois is Christ centered, offering hope and help to teens and families that are ready to make a change in their life.

At times, parents might feel hopeless, frustrated, angry, helpless, or confused. We understand. We've been there. Out of control teens negatively impact the family and our communities.

Teens filled with anger, pain, and disappointment can demonstrate problems with relationships, authority, and academics. Many hurting teens become rebellious, skilled at manipulation, and highly secretive.

At House of Hope - Illinois, we believe that good kids can unfortunately make bad choices. Through love, understanding, prayer and guidance - hurts can be healed, and lives can be changed.

there is help

We listen. We care.

For parents, we urge you to get connected with others in HOPE for Families on Wednesday nights. For teens, get together with people who care, someone who is ready to listen. Visit TeensAndHope.com for more information.

Our mission is to offer hope and help to hurting teens and their families through Biblical counseling, mentoring, residential education, and prayer with the love and compassion of Jesus Christ. We believe as hurts are healed, relationships are then restored, and families are reconciled.

We have a volunteer team of both professionals and trained laymen available to meet with teens and their parents.

*Name changed to protect the minor.

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quotes from our parents:

"If I listened to my friends and co-workers instead of the advice from HOPE for Families, I know for a fact I would not have my daughter today."

"I wish House of Hope was available when my son desperately needed help. We had no where to turn, no support during our time of crisis."

"She was not the same teen who walked into your office as when she walked out. Thank you for what you do."

"Even though I do not attend HOPE for Families on a regular basis, the e-mails I receive from you show me that you really do care for me and my family."