Marriage counseling that Heals in Aurora, IL. Restore Your Relationship.

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Aurora, Illinois has characterized itself as The City of Lights. Named obviously after the luminous phenomenon, Aurora has dubbed itself so for being one of the first American cities to illuminate its streets. Yet although the city is the second largest in the state, it still hosts a variety of community-centered experiences. Garfield Park furnishes families with a variety of activities, such as roller hockey, a playground, a basketball court, and open recreational areas for picnics and other such recreations.¹ Mastodon Island & West Recreation Area is part of Phillips Park. Kids can enjoy a tusk maze and a mastodon slide while parents rest in comfortable gazebos. Also in the same vicinity is the Phillips Park Zoo. First established in 1915, the zoo is a great place for families to view both native and exotic animals. For a more engaging adventure, Downtown Alive is a festival that showcases live music and an assortment of food.

Marriage and Family Mental Health in Aurora

Sometimes parents need a little assistance in developing the most effective strategies for raising their children. Breaking Free is a local non-profit that provides these parents with educational opportunities that strengthen their knowledge and understanding of child rearing. Their programs are family-based and help parents learn positive techniques for building up their children and managing undesirable behaviors in a positive manner. To inquire about parenting classes, call 630-897-1003.²

For children who do not have a strong adult male role model in their life, the activities offered by African-American Men of Unity provides opportunities to interact with a positive father figure. The central focus of the organization's programs is to teach youth how to avoid at-risk activities, including drug use, violence and failure in school. By teaching kids effective coping skills, life skills, and providing tools for success in school, the agency helps promote a positive future for Aurora area kids. For additional information, call 630-606-1910.³

Family Services and Assistance Programs

From time to time, families may need support services in order to overcome obstacles to effective family functioning. Numerous organizations in the Aurora area offer such programs, including the Youth Service Bureau of Illinois (YSB). YSB's focus is on helping children develop resiliency and empowering them to make good life choices. The agency oversees several programs to help at-risk youth cultivate the skills necessary to engage in more appropriate behaviors. Children that have run away from home can also participate in outreach programs that teach them life skills and connect them to local resources so they can find a safe, permanent place to live. Call 815-433-3953 for further information about these and other programs.⁴

Lutheran Child and Family Services is another local provider of assistance programs for families in need. Parents seeking to bring an adopted or foster child into the home can take advantage of the agency's vast resources to learn more about the process. Educational programs teach families with at-risk children how to effectively manage negative behaviors. Fathers who need to brush up on their parenting skills can participate in classes offered by the organization. Many more services are available. Call 708-771-7180 to find out more.⁵

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References

1. City of Aurora, IL. (2017). Garfield Park. Retrieved from https://www.aurora-il.org/parksandrecreation/garfieldpark.php
2. Breaking Free. (2017). Parenting Education Programs. Retrieved from http://www.breakingfreeinc.org/family-parentingeducation.htm
3. African American Men of Unity. (2017). Homepage. Retrieved from http://www.aamou.org/home
4. Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley. (2016). YSB Services. Retrieved from http://www.ysbiv.org/our-services.aspx
5. Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois. (2016). Homepage. Retrieved from http://www.lcfs.org/

Aurora is a city that is located in multiple counties- Kendall County and Kane County and Will County and DuPage County in Illinois. It has a land area of 44.89 square miles and a water area of 0.87 square miles.  The population of Aurora is 200,661 people with 61,449 households and a median annual income of $63,090. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Aurora, IL

Generally Affordable

Therapists in Aurora are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Aurora public health department.