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Empowering Families to Build Brighter Futures Together

DrinkWater Family Services provides vital support, safe spaces, and hope for healthier family relationships in Lake County.

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Helping parents put children first

Learn to Co‑Parent With Confidence

Guided sessions that improve communication, routines, and cooperation for your child’s wellbeing.

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A bridge to independent living

Co‑Operative Housing for Growing Independence

Affordable, community‑focused homes with coaching and resources to strengthen self‑sufficiency.

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Support Starts Here

We believe that strong families build strong communities

Reconnecting families with dignity and respect.

DrinkWater Family Services delivers practical, evidence‑based programs and hands‑on support tailored to each family’s situation. From supervised visitations and co‑parenting education to respite services and transitional housing, our team works closely with courts, agencies, and local partners to ensure safety, consistency, and positive outcomes. We provide clear guidance, respectful care, and the resources families need to move forward with confidence.

Safe and supportive environments for every child and parent
Compassionate guidance through life’s challenges
Inclusive services for all backgrounds and family structures
Dedicated to empowering families in Lake County

Our Programs

Programs that strengthen families

Practical, compassionate services to support parents, children, and caregivers across Lake County.

Safe, neutral visits supervised by trained staff to support healthy parent–child connection and court‑ordered requirements.

Supervised Visitations

Evidence‑based classes teaching communication, conflict management, and child‑centered planning for separated or divorced parents.

Co-Parenting Classes

Transitional housing and life‑skills support for young adults and families moving toward stability and independence.

Co-operative Housing

Parenting Hours

Appointments

Rights Restored

Community Partners

Why Choose Us

We Provide Holistic, Personalized Family Support.

Compassionate Approach

Child-Centered Focus

Trusted by Courts

Experienced Team

Holistic Support

Proven Impact

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Our multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals brings a wealth of diverse experiences to cater to the multifaceted needs of the families we support, setting DrinkWater Family Services apart with our holistic approach to family welfare.

We offer supervised visitation, co-parenting classes, partner abuse intervention, respite haircare for foster and adoptive children, and transitional housing support for young adults aging out of foster care. Our programs are designed to support families in Lake County, Illinois.

Our main office is located in Lindenhurst, Illinois within Lake County. Many of our programs and supervised visitations are held at our local facility, but we also offer some support and resources virtually or in partnership with community locations.

Yes. We are committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of all families and individuals we serve. Your information will only be shared with authorized personnel or as required by law.

You can begin by contacting us through our website’s contact form, by phone, or by email. We will guide you through the intake process, answer any questions, and help match you with the services that best fit your family’s needs.

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Your donation helps provide safe environments, vital resources, and hope for families and children in Lake County. Every gift makes a meaningful difference.