Home Study and Post Release Services

Home Study is an in-depth investigation of a potential sponsor’s ability to ensure a child’s safety and well-being. Post Release Services is for children who benefit from ongoing assistance services which connect children and their sponsors to community based resources.

Home Study evaluates a potential sponsor’s ability to ensure the child’s safety and well-being. The process includes home visit(s), a face-to-face sponsor interview, and possibly interviews with other household members, and Post Release Services. Post Release Services are follow-up services based on the child’s needs after they leave residential care. Post Release Services coordinate referrals to supportive services in the community where the child resides to provide other child welfare services, as needed.

Main Contact Person:
Jacqueline Fitzpatrick, JFitzpatrick@heartlandalliance.org, 773-433-1200

Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Address:
208 S. LaSalle St. Suite 1300
Chicago, IL 60604