• Parent Help Line

      Keep your family safe, healthy and happy.

      Parenting questions or concerns?

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      Talk to another trained volunteer parent.

      We know parenting can sometimes be hard. Call our free confidential phone line from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. – 7 days a week – 365 days a year. Phone (217) 922-0432 or (888) 833-7655.

      We:

      Listen without judging.

      Offer support.
      Help you problem-solve.
      Tell you about programs and agencies that can help.
       
      We do not counsel or offer medical, legal or spiritual advice.
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      Who we are

      Parent Help Line at St. John's Children's Hospital
      800 E. Carpenter
      Springfield, IL  62769