Crittenton Centers

It is Trivia Tuesday Time!

Question: What year did our Crisis Nursery open?

a: 1980
b: 2004
c: 1955
d: 2018

Leave your answer in the comments! The answer will be revealed in our story later today!

We are deeply grateful to the Widows Sons Paul Revere Riders Chapter of Illinois for their incredible generosity! This past Saturday, they rode in to deliver a donation of $3,500, raised through their fundraising efforts to support the children and families at Crittenton Centers. This marks their 5th year of partnering with us, and we couldn’t be more thankful for their continued support. A heartfelt thank you to the seven members who visited and delivered this amazing contribution!

A huge thank you to Reservoir Gifted Academy for volunteering with our Crisis Nursery tasks last Friday! We are incredibly grateful to this group for taking the time to support our mission of helping families in our community. Your efforts make a big difference! 💙

We are beyond grateful to our amazing Caterpillar contributors, who have gone above and beyond with a massive donation of 64,163 diapers! 🎉This incredible feat was made possible by a dedicated crew that has not only volunteered their time but spent the past year collecting diapers for this drop-off.

We can’t thank you enough for your hard work and commitment to helping families in our community!

Looking for a fun get-together for the family? Join us for our Helping Little Hands event at Crittenton Centers! Happening Tuesday, September 24th from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM, we’ll have snacks and drinks while your kiddos enjoy some social time in a safe and welcoming environment!

Space is limited to 10 families, but don’t worry—we can always sign you up for the next one! To RSVP, email Carol at [email protected] or call (309) 674-0105. Don’t miss out on this fun afternoon!

Shoutout to the amazing Caterpillar SD&D Procurement leadership team who volunteered at Crittenton Centers yesterday! After their team meeting, they spent the afternoon putting a second coat of paint on the playhouse, staining the garbage enclosure, and prepping files for shredding. We are so grateful for their hard work and dedication in helping keep Crittenton looking its best!

Thank you, Caterpillar, for your continued support in serving our community!

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteers from WCIC who came by today to help paint our playhouse! We’re incredibly grateful for their time and effort in helping us keep Crittenton Centers looking great. Thank you for your support and dedication!

It's Trivia Tuesday!

Today will be about our Doula Program!

Which statement is false about Crittenton Centers' Doula Program?

A: A Doula cares for the mother, father, and baby
B: A Doula cares for babies prenatal til 3 months old
C: A Doula only cares for new mothers
D: Doulas give emotional and physical support

Leave your answer in the comments! Answer will be revealed in our story later today!

Here’s our Wishlist for September, and we're especially in need of wipes! If you'd like to donate, our office is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM-4 PM. Can't drop by? No worries! You can check out our registries on our website: https://crittentoncenters.org/donate/

These donations are provided to families in our community at no cost. Every contribution makes a difference! Items must be new and un-opened.

Happy Labor Day! Our main office will be closed today, we will reopen at 8am tomorrow morning! Our Crisis Nursery will remain open for those in need. Have a great Labor Day!

Employee Spotlight - Alexandra Crisp

Meet Alexandra Crisp, our incredible Office Manager who has been the glue that holds Crittenton Centers together for over 5 years. Alexandra is always ready with a comforting disposition and a wealth of knowledge, assisting both our staff and clients with unwavering dedication. She’s the bright face you see when you walk through our main office, and we truly appreciate her commitment and willingness to lend a hand whenever needed. Thank you, Alexandra, for everything you do! 💙

We’re thrilled to share that TableTop Gamers for Good made a generous donation to Crittenton Centers! They organized an event to raise funds for our cause and donated board games that we can distribute to the families we serve. We’re so grateful for their incredible support and dedication. It was a pleasure having you at our facility today!

We had an incredible team of volunteers from Caterpillar Energy and Transportation visit us today to assist with maintenance around Crittenton! We're so thankful for this dedicated group—rain or shine, they're always ready to lend a hand when needed. Last summer, they generously provided over 250 hours of volunteer work, and we are deeply grateful for their ongoing support!

Yesterday, we were thrilled to welcome back our dedicated volunteers from Caterpillar's Energy and Transportation Procurement team. This amazing group has supported us time and time again, taking on various projects around campus. Their hard work and commitment to our mission of protecting and nurturing children and families are truly inspiring. Thank you for making a difference!

This week, we had an incredible time supporting the United Way Pacesetter Campaign! We started the week by hearing from Sara Runyon of the Center for Prevention of Abuse, who shared how United Way funding supports their important work. From gathering donations for our United Way raffle baskets to pie-in-the-face fun, our team came together with enthusiasm to raise funds for United Way!

Heart of Illinois United Way has been a crucial partner for Crittenton Centers since 1921, helping us support families in our community. This year we raised a little over $7,000 for United Way! A big thank you to our staff for coming together and making this happen! We were proud to contribute to this great cause and unite for the campaign.

A big thank you the Michael's Italian Feast, East Peoria for providing lunch for us this week!

The best part of Monday is just knowing that Wednesday is coming and we'll get to see our partner agencies soon!! This past Wednesday we dropped off over 23,500 diapers and 287 period kits to our Peoria & Tazewell agencies. 👏 THANK YOU to Community Foundation of Central Illinois & The Women's Fund of Central Illinois for grants that allow us to keep providing diapers and period products to these amazing agencies. And a big shout out to our amazing agencies -- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Peoria Children's Home Association of Illinois Good Beginnings & Family Connects , Crittenton Centers , FamilyCore, Hand up Peoria inc. , Jobs Partnership - Peoria , Pekin Public School District 108 , Peoria County Bright Futures , Tazewell County Health Department for distributing diapers, period products, and adult incontinence all across your counties! We're so proud to know ya! 💕

It's Trivia Tuesday Time!

Question of the Day: For our Nurturing Parent classes, how many graduates did we have spanning from August 2017 to July 2024?

Leave your answer in the comments! The answer will be posted in our story later on today!

After a challenging journey with DCFS, one of our clients recently reached a heartwarming milestone: her child was returned to her care. Through unwavering dedication, she not only mastered essential parenting and life skills but also secured stable housing for her family. Her resilience and determination in applying these skills in real-life situations have created a safe and loving home environment, marking a hopeful new chapter for her and her child.

This story is a testament to her perseverance and the vital role of support through our Family Advocacy Center. We extend our gratitude to our board, donors, and friends of the agency, whose support makes success stories like this possible.

Happy National Nonprofit Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible work of nonprofits everywhere and the impact they have on communities. At Crittenton Centers, we are proud to be part of this amazing sector, dedicated to supporting and strengthening families in our area. Thank you to everyone who supports our mission—you make our work possible! Here's to making a difference, together.

If you wish to support Crittenton Centers, check out our website at www.crittentoncenters.org for more information!

Crisis Nursery recently helped a family facing tough times. We received a call from a mother who had been staying at a cramped and uncomfortable shelter, making it nearly impossible for anyone to get solid rest. We provided safe, consistent care for her child for multiple days while mom secured a safe place for them to stay. During this time, the child received solid rest, warm meals, and hours of meaningful care from our dedicated nursery staff.

We had an incredible visit yesterday from Sen. Dave Koehler and Jennifer Allison, Chief of Staff, at Crittenton Centers! It was an honor to have them tour our facility and witness our rich history in supporting families. Thank you both for taking the time to visit!

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It's Trivia Tuesday!

Question of the day is: How many bones are babies born with?

Leave your question in the comments and the answer will be revealed in our story!

Recently, one of our Parent Educators has been working with a mom who previously used our Crisis Nursery services and needed guidance to achieve her goal of obtaining her GED. With five children, it has been a challenge for her to pursue this goal. Thanks to a connection at The Moonlight Coalition, our Parent Educator was able to enroll her in classes that fit her schedule and allow her to work at her own pace. She is excited to get started and hopes her children will see her hard work and determination and feel proud of her. We will continue to meet with her to help her stay on track and overcome any obstacles that may arise.

At Crittenton Centers, we understand that navigating life as a parent can be challenging. We're here to offer guidance, reassurance, and resources to parents who need a little extra help.

Here's our current Wishlist for the month of August for our Crisis Nursery and Family Advocacy Center!

Drop-off Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

Not wanting to make the trip? No problem! We have registries at Target, Walmart, and Amazon! Check out the links on our website: https://crittentoncenters.org/donate/

Every donation helps a family in need in our community. Thank you for your support! 💙

We are so excited about this opportunity for Festival of Trees and can’t wait to get our paintbrushes ready! Thank you Paint Nite Central IL- Peoria for working with us!

We are happy to announce we're partnering with Crittenton Centers to bring you a special event!

Crittenton Centers offer no-cost family services, including, but not limited to, parental education classes, support groups, and family advocacy. It is also a crucial crisis nursery for the community, open 24/7/365, providing no-cost, short-term emergency care, respite care, and basic need supplies for families in crisis for children from birth to 6 years of age! WOW!

A portion of all ticket sales will be going to this beautiful organization! So mark your calendars for November 22nd for a fundraising event!

💙There will be a cash bar as well as raffled items!

🩵Nothing Bundt Cakes served! YUM!

💚Wear an ugly Christmas sweater for a chance to win a FREE ticket to another event!

🖤Lastly, the first 5 tickets are half off for today only! A Christmas in July sort of sale, if you will 😉

Get your tickets now! And make sure to follow their page to see all the info regarding their festival of trees!

https://www.paintnite.com/us/il/peoria/7089/events/holiday-inn-and-suites/november-22/fundraising-event-winter-starry-night-10335475/