Founded in 1897, Hephzibah Children's Association is a non-profit, 501(c)3child welfare agency based in Oak Park, IL and serving children and families in Chicago and Cook County.  Hephzibah Home is a diagnostic clinical residential program for children ages 3 to 12 who have suffered extreme abuse and neglect. We also offer Foster Care, Family Support and Adoption services. Our Day Care program provides high quality after-school and summer day camp care in Oak Park for children grades K through 5 on a sliding fee scale. 

Mission Statement: To help children thrive and families flourish through innovative, community-based programs.

Non Profit

Hephzibah Children's Association

Merry Beth Sheets

Lisa Emerson

Eliana Callan

Deb Poe

Cassidy Kennedy

Amy Muran - Felton

Jim Woywod

Amy O’rourke

Nancy Dorfman - Schwartz

The Leadership Team at Hephzibah Children's Association is responsible for strategic planning and decision-making to advance the organization's mission. They ensure effective program management, oversee financial sustainability, and foster partnerships within the community. This team also supports staff development and advocates for policies that benefit the children and families served by the agency.

Leadership Team

Youth Services

Finance and Operations

Human Services Management

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Youth Services

Finance and Operations

Human Services Management