Spero Family Services

Spero Family Services Providing Hope, Help, and Healing throughout Southern Illinois We have 10 different services including youth homes in Mt.

Spero Family Services is a multi-faceted human services organization that serves local children, youth and families in need, currently in 5 counties, and we are growing! Vernon for kids ages 12-21, a Counseling & Wellness Center, Bright Start Childcare in Mt. Vernon, Parents as teachers, Mental Health Juvenile Justice (MHJJ), a Foster Care program, and more! Although Spero Family Services is a fai

th-based agency, programs are open and available to anyone fitting the service criteria without discrimination and regardless of faith or denominational background.

More than just shirts 💙Our Counseling & Wellness Center team is proud to support National Autism Awareness Month by prom...
04/24/2026

More than just shirts 💙
Our Counseling & Wellness Center team is proud to support National Autism Awareness Month by promoting understanding, compassion, and acceptance for all.

In just a few hours 💙✨Family Fun Fest kicks off from 4 PM – 6 PM — a time to gather, celebrate family, and shine a light...
04/23/2026

In just a few hours 💙✨
Family Fun Fest kicks off from 4 PM – 6 PM — a time to gather, celebrate family, and shine a light on Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Come enjoy the fun while coming together to raise awareness and support strong, healthy families.
We’ll see you soon 🎉

TOMORROW 🎉💙Family Fun Fest is your space to come together, make memories, and be part of a community that cares.In honor...
04/22/2026

TOMORROW 🎉💙
Family Fun Fest is your space to come together, make memories, and be part of a community that cares.
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, we’re spreading awareness and lifting up the importance of strong, supported families.
We can’t wait to see you there!

Come be part of something special 💙Join Mrs. Lucille and our amazing team at Bright Start Early Learning Center !If you ...
04/21/2026

Come be part of something special 💙
Join Mrs. Lucille and our amazing team at Bright Start Early Learning Center !
If you love working with children and want to make an impact every day, this is your place.

Apply now: sperofs.org/employment

This Thursday, it’s more than just an event 💙Family Fun Fest is where laughter meets purpose — bringing families togethe...
04/21/2026

This Thursday, it’s more than just an event 💙
Family Fun Fest is where laughter meets purpose — bringing families together, building connections, and supporting our community.
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, let’s show up, stand together, and make an impact.

Our Residential Treatment team attended the 70th Annual Association of Children’s Residential and Community Services (AC...
04/17/2026

Our Residential Treatment team attended the 70th Annual Association of Children’s Residential and Community Services (ACRC) Conference in Chicago! 🙌

We’re grateful for the dedication and compassion they bring to their work every day in supporting youth. Opportunities like this help strengthen their skills, deepen connections, and continue improving the care we provide. 💙

These moments are what it’s all about 💙Family Fun Fest isn’t just fun — it’s about connection, support, and showing up f...
04/17/2026

These moments are what it’s all about 💙

Family Fun Fest isn’t just fun — it’s about connection, support, and showing up for families in our community.

In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, we’re coming together to raise awareness, strengthen families, and support children in meaningful ways.

Join us April 23rd and be part of it 🎉

🎉Our Wraparound team showed up strong at the Statewide Wraparound Symposium in Champaign, IL! 🙌From meaningful networkin...
04/16/2026

🎉Our Wraparound team showed up strong at the Statewide Wraparound Symposium in Champaign, IL! 🙌

From meaningful networking to celebrating successes and diving into impactful breakout sessions, our staff continues to grow so they can better serve the children and families in our communities.

With 5 locations across Southern Illinois, our Wraparound program serves children and youth (birth–21) in 35+ counties. Wraparound empowers children and families to lead their own team-based support plans built around their strengths, needs, and goals. 💙

Learn more about Wraparound at: sperofs.org/wraparound

💙 Last Friday, we wore blue in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month 💙Here are just a couple of pictures from the day ...
04/14/2026

💙 Last Friday, we wore blue in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month 💙

Here are just a couple of pictures from the day as we helped raise awareness and stand up for safe, healthy futures for every child.

💙Strong families create safe environments where children can grow, heal, and thrive. Together, we protect children.💫Lear...
04/13/2026

💙Strong families create safe environments where children can grow, heal, and thrive. Together, we protect children.

💫Learn how you can support children and families in our community: https://www.sperofs.org/support

Suspect abuse? Call 1-800-25-ABUSE.

💙 A look back at the smiles, laughter, and memories from past Family Fun FestsWe can’t wait to do it all again on April ...
04/11/2026

💙 A look back at the smiles, laughter, and memories from past Family Fun Fests

We can’t wait to do it all again on April 23rd 🎉

Join us from 4–6 PM for another unforgettable night!

We’re proud to share that Val, Spero’s Performance and Quality Improvement Director, was a presenter at the Methodist Mi...
04/09/2026

We’re proud to share that Val, Spero’s Performance and Quality Improvement Director, was a presenter at the Methodist Ministries Conference in Indianapolis! She presented alongside fellow CQI leaders, sharing how faith-based human service organizations can align continuous quality improvement efforts across multiple service lines while navigating challenges like limited resources, staffing pressures, and regulatory demands. Together, they highlighted practical strategies, tools, and real-world examples to support ongoing learning and improvement across services.

Pictured with Val are her co-presenters: Lara R***r, Annette Nagy, and Tammy Sweet (Spero’s Chief Clinical Officer). Great work representing Spero and making an impact beyond our organization!

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2023 Richview Road
Mount Vernon, IL
62864

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+16182421070

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Spero Family Services is a multi-faceted human services organization that serves local children, youth and families in need, covering most of Southern Illinois, and we are growing! We have 10 different services including youth homes in Mt. Vernon and Murphysboro for kids ages 12-21, a Counseling & Wellness Center, BrightStart Childcare in Mt. Vernon, Youthbuild of Jefferson & Marion Counties, Best Beginnings program to help first-time mothers, a Foster Care program for teens, and more!