Chapin Hall
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We are a research and policy center focused on children, youth, and families exposed to hardships that stem from poverty and housing instability. Our experts create sustainable solutions to support family well-being.
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We have big news. Chapin Hall and Covenant House are joining forces to end youth homelessness!
We're launching Insight to Impact, a new partnership to combine on-the-ground experience serving youth and research and policy expertise. Learn more: tinyurl.com/48bcc9jv
We're launching Insight to Impact, a new partnership to combine on-the-ground experience serving youth and research and policy expertise. Learn more: tinyurl.com/48bcc9jv
Ending #YouthHomelessness requires acting on what we learn quickly and accurately. That's why we just launched a new partnership with @Covenant House called Insight to Impact (i2i). It combines experience with evidence to accelerate our impact for young people!
Explore: tinyurl.com/insight2impact
Explore: tinyurl.com/insight2impact
November 14, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Ending #YouthHomelessness requires acting on what we learn quickly and accurately. That's why we just launched a new partnership with @Covenant House called Insight to Impact (i2i). It combines experience with evidence to accelerate our impact for young people!
Explore: tinyurl.com/insight2impact
Explore: tinyurl.com/insight2impact
The research is clear: when families lose access to basic supports like health care and #FoodAssistance, the risk of child maltreatment/child welfare involvement rise. Our new brief on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act explains what implications there are for child welfare: tinyurl.com/4pn6av26
#OBBBA
#OBBBA
November 13, 2025 at 4:35 PM
The research is clear: when families lose access to basic supports like health care and #FoodAssistance, the risk of child maltreatment/child welfare involvement rise. Our new brief on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act explains what implications there are for child welfare: tinyurl.com/4pn6av26
#OBBBA
#OBBBA
Community Cafés were a big focus at the Community Pathways Convening. The Doris Duke Opt-In for Families Initiative uses these focus groups to better understand barriers families face to participating in services. This graphic shows what families say they need. See takeaways: tinyurl.com/3p8cnuc2
November 12, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Community Cafés were a big focus at the Community Pathways Convening. The Doris Duke Opt-In for Families Initiative uses these focus groups to better understand barriers families face to participating in services. This graphic shows what families say they need. See takeaways: tinyurl.com/3p8cnuc2
Check out Chapin Hall researchers facilitating learning sessions at the 100% New Mexico Initiative conference! We love how this event brought together folks that don't normally cross paths so they could learn from each other's successes and challenges. Learn more about the initiative: www.100nm.org
November 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Check out Chapin Hall researchers facilitating learning sessions at the 100% New Mexico Initiative conference! We love how this event brought together folks that don't normally cross paths so they could learn from each other's successes and challenges. Learn more about the initiative: www.100nm.org
#Research can only make a difference when it reaches those who can use it. It does no good if it stays buried in a pdf.
Chapin Hall takes an evidence-based approach to dissemination to make sure our research informs real-world solutions for children and families. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdffhuy2
Chapin Hall takes an evidence-based approach to dissemination to make sure our research informs real-world solutions for children and families. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdffhuy2
November 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
#Research can only make a difference when it reaches those who can use it. It does no good if it stays buried in a pdf.
Chapin Hall takes an evidence-based approach to dissemination to make sure our research informs real-world solutions for children and families. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdffhuy2
Chapin Hall takes an evidence-based approach to dissemination to make sure our research informs real-world solutions for children and families. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdffhuy2
We have big news. Chapin Hall and Covenant House are joining forces to end youth homelessness!
We're launching Insight to Impact, a new partnership to combine on-the-ground experience serving youth and research and policy expertise. Learn more: tinyurl.com/48bcc9jv
We're launching Insight to Impact, a new partnership to combine on-the-ground experience serving youth and research and policy expertise. Learn more: tinyurl.com/48bcc9jv
November 7, 2025 at 6:34 PM
We have big news. Chapin Hall and Covenant House are joining forces to end youth homelessness!
We're launching Insight to Impact, a new partnership to combine on-the-ground experience serving youth and research and policy expertise. Learn more: tinyurl.com/48bcc9jv
We're launching Insight to Impact, a new partnership to combine on-the-ground experience serving youth and research and policy expertise. Learn more: tinyurl.com/48bcc9jv
How can communities & #ChildWelfare systems work together to keep families strong? Casey Family Programs and Chapin Hall brought together leaders, lived experts, and practitioners to explore that question at the 2025 Community Pathways Convening. Explore lessons in our report: tinyurl.com/3p8cnuc2
November 4, 2025 at 3:57 PM
How can communities & #ChildWelfare systems work together to keep families strong? Casey Family Programs and Chapin Hall brought together leaders, lived experts, and practitioners to explore that question at the 2025 Community Pathways Convening. Explore lessons in our report: tinyurl.com/3p8cnuc2
How do economic and other concrete supports help families take care of themselves and their children and keep children safe? Chapin Hall's Yasmin Grewal-Kök is shedding light on this topic at the BUILD25 conference in Los Angeles from Dec 2-4. Register:
buildinitiative.org/events/build...
buildinitiative.org/events/build...
October 28, 2025 at 3:38 PM
How do economic and other concrete supports help families take care of themselves and their children and keep children safe? Chapin Hall's Yasmin Grewal-Kök is shedding light on this topic at the BUILD25 conference in Los Angeles from Dec 2-4. Register:
buildinitiative.org/events/build...
buildinitiative.org/events/build...
Chapin Hall celebrates #FosterYouthVoiceMonth, joining more than 30 states across the country to uplift the voices of youth impacted by foster care.
Together, we are improving the #ChildWelfare system today and for future generations! Learn more:
selflesslovefoundation.org/foster-youth...
Together, we are improving the #ChildWelfare system today and for future generations! Learn more:
selflesslovefoundation.org/foster-youth...
October 27, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Chapin Hall celebrates #FosterYouthVoiceMonth, joining more than 30 states across the country to uplift the voices of youth impacted by foster care.
Together, we are improving the #ChildWelfare system today and for future generations! Learn more:
selflesslovefoundation.org/foster-youth...
Together, we are improving the #ChildWelfare system today and for future generations! Learn more:
selflesslovefoundation.org/foster-youth...
Check out this webinar with Chapin Hall's Prisca Tuyishime and Miranda Lynch-Smith! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gvmf...
They describe the process of translating research into key takeaways for policy officials and how to build meaningful relationships between the community and decision-makers. #Research
They describe the process of translating research into key takeaways for policy officials and how to build meaningful relationships between the community and decision-makers. #Research
Bridging Research to Policy
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October 24, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Check out this webinar with Chapin Hall's Prisca Tuyishime and Miranda Lynch-Smith! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gvmf...
They describe the process of translating research into key takeaways for policy officials and how to build meaningful relationships between the community and decision-makers. #Research
They describe the process of translating research into key takeaways for policy officials and how to build meaningful relationships between the community and decision-makers. #Research
At Chapin Hall, we believe in meaningful work supported by meaningful benefits — because when our people flourish, our communities do, too.
Watch our video to learn about our culture and subscribe to our channel get evidence-based insights on #ChildWellbeing! www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGGJ...
Watch our video to learn about our culture and subscribe to our channel get evidence-based insights on #ChildWellbeing! www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGGJ...
Meaningful Work, Meaningful Benefits | Employee Benefits at Chapin Hall
YouTube video by Chapin Hall
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October 23, 2025 at 5:15 PM
At Chapin Hall, we believe in meaningful work supported by meaningful benefits — because when our people flourish, our communities do, too.
Watch our video to learn about our culture and subscribe to our channel get evidence-based insights on #ChildWellbeing! www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGGJ...
Watch our video to learn about our culture and subscribe to our channel get evidence-based insights on #ChildWellbeing! www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGGJ...
Did you miss our webinar on the Framework for Building Community? Panelists shared recommendations for building successful local networks to support families and avoid #ChildWelfare system involvement.
Watch the recording and subscribe for more insights: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_68...
Watch the recording and subscribe for more insights: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_68...
The Power of Community: Strengthening Family Stability and Collective Well-Being
YouTube video by Chapin Hall
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October 13, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Did you miss our webinar on the Framework for Building Community? Panelists shared recommendations for building successful local networks to support families and avoid #ChildWelfare system involvement.
Watch the recording and subscribe for more insights: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_68...
Watch the recording and subscribe for more insights: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_68...
Right now, there are more than 360,000 children and youth in foster care in the U.S. Valuing youth's experiences help improve policies and programs in child welfare. #YouthVoiceMatters!
This #FosterYouthVoiceMonth, let’s empower youth impacted by foster care to lead the way toward meaningful change.
This #FosterYouthVoiceMonth, let’s empower youth impacted by foster care to lead the way toward meaningful change.
October 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Right now, there are more than 360,000 children and youth in foster care in the U.S. Valuing youth's experiences help improve policies and programs in child welfare. #YouthVoiceMatters!
This #FosterYouthVoiceMonth, let’s empower youth impacted by foster care to lead the way toward meaningful change.
This #FosterYouthVoiceMonth, let’s empower youth impacted by foster care to lead the way toward meaningful change.
A great mission. Great colleagues. And great benefits. Come join the Chapin Hall team and connect research to action.
See opportunities through the Current Job Openings button on this page: www.chapinhall.org/why-work-at-...
#Hiring #MakeADiffrence
See opportunities through the Current Job Openings button on this page: www.chapinhall.org/why-work-at-...
#Hiring #MakeADiffrence
October 8, 2025 at 2:44 PM
A great mission. Great colleagues. And great benefits. Come join the Chapin Hall team and connect research to action.
See opportunities through the Current Job Openings button on this page: www.chapinhall.org/why-work-at-...
#Hiring #MakeADiffrence
See opportunities through the Current Job Openings button on this page: www.chapinhall.org/why-work-at-...
#Hiring #MakeADiffrence
Just a few days left! Join our webinar this Thursday:
tinyurl.com/2s3cnwhz
We'll explore a framework for community building grounded in:
- Collaboration driven by the people most impacted
- Partnerships that build on community strengths
- Shared leadership and evaluation to sustain progress
tinyurl.com/2s3cnwhz
We'll explore a framework for community building grounded in:
- Collaboration driven by the people most impacted
- Partnerships that build on community strengths
- Shared leadership and evaluation to sustain progress
October 6, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Just a few days left! Join our webinar this Thursday:
tinyurl.com/2s3cnwhz
We'll explore a framework for community building grounded in:
- Collaboration driven by the people most impacted
- Partnerships that build on community strengths
- Shared leadership and evaluation to sustain progress
tinyurl.com/2s3cnwhz
We'll explore a framework for community building grounded in:
- Collaboration driven by the people most impacted
- Partnerships that build on community strengths
- Shared leadership and evaluation to sustain progress
Our evaluation of the #JuvenileJustice Collaborative’s Deferred Prosecution Program in Cook Country, IL found:
- 99% of youth got connected to services
- 85% graduated from the program
- Youth in the program had lower recidivism rates
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
Explore: tinyurl.com/y62m22hc
- 99% of youth got connected to services
- 85% graduated from the program
- Youth in the program had lower recidivism rates
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
Explore: tinyurl.com/y62m22hc
October 3, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Our evaluation of the #JuvenileJustice Collaborative’s Deferred Prosecution Program in Cook Country, IL found:
- 99% of youth got connected to services
- 85% graduated from the program
- Youth in the program had lower recidivism rates
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
Explore: tinyurl.com/y62m22hc
- 99% of youth got connected to services
- 85% graduated from the program
- Youth in the program had lower recidivism rates
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
Explore: tinyurl.com/y62m22hc
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the strength and resilience of Latina caregivers and their families!
Watch our video to learn how near-peer Family Specialists and connections to community resources helped families experience stronger well-being: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pD_R...
Watch our video to learn how near-peer Family Specialists and connections to community resources helped families experience stronger well-being: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pD_R...
Promoting Health Equity for Latina/o Families
YouTube video by Chapin Hall
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October 2, 2025 at 5:35 PM
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the strength and resilience of Latina caregivers and their families!
Watch our video to learn how near-peer Family Specialists and connections to community resources helped families experience stronger well-being: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pD_R...
Watch our video to learn how near-peer Family Specialists and connections to community resources helped families experience stronger well-being: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pD_R...
“Screening tools are a public health tool used to detect problems that could potentially be life-threatening if they aren’t treated…This is a response to an outcry," says Chapin Hall’s Dr. Dana Weiner, Chief Officer for the #Illinois Children’s Behavioral Health Transformation: tinyurl.com/ynwvar4j
RFK Jr., McMahon Say School Mental Health Screenings Turn Students Into Patients
The cabinet secretaries recently called for a focus on nutrition, exercise, and cellphone use to boost students' mental health.
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September 30, 2025 at 4:29 PM
“Screening tools are a public health tool used to detect problems that could potentially be life-threatening if they aren’t treated…This is a response to an outcry," says Chapin Hall’s Dr. Dana Weiner, Chief Officer for the #Illinois Children’s Behavioral Health Transformation: tinyurl.com/ynwvar4j
A new report from UChicago's Crown School and Chapin Hall highlights how #HomeVisiting programs can provide that bridge — helping immigrant and refugee parents nurture their children’s development, connect with resources, and build lasting community ties: tinyurl.com/3yf6rzfc
Home Visiting as a Bridge: Supporting Immigrant and Refugee Families Through Transition and Growth - Chapin Hall
This study explores how home visiting programs can provide immigrant and refugee families with consistent, culturally responsive support as they navigate
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September 29, 2025 at 2:49 PM
A new report from UChicago's Crown School and Chapin Hall highlights how #HomeVisiting programs can provide that bridge — helping immigrant and refugee parents nurture their children’s development, connect with resources, and build lasting community ties: tinyurl.com/3yf6rzfc
Since 2021, Lutheran Services in America’s Family Stabilization Initiative has partnered with communities across four states to build pathways to #Family stability and well-being. Join us for a webinar on the initiative and a tested framework developed by LSA & Chapin Hall: tinyurl.com/2s3cnwhz
September 25, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Since 2021, Lutheran Services in America’s Family Stabilization Initiative has partnered with communities across four states to build pathways to #Family stability and well-being. Join us for a webinar on the initiative and a tested framework developed by LSA & Chapin Hall: tinyurl.com/2s3cnwhz
It's #KinshipCareMonth! In many states, kin caregivers face barriers to getting licensed as foster care parents because of strict licensing requirements.
Watch our video to learn how this impacts caregivers and how things are starting to change:
youtu.be/yL-Tl7e1XME?...
Watch our video to learn how this impacts caregivers and how things are starting to change:
youtu.be/yL-Tl7e1XME?...
Kinship Care & Licensing Standards: Keeping Kids with Family
YouTube video by Chapin Hall
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September 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
It's #KinshipCareMonth! In many states, kin caregivers face barriers to getting licensed as foster care parents because of strict licensing requirements.
Watch our video to learn how this impacts caregivers and how things are starting to change:
youtu.be/yL-Tl7e1XME?...
Watch our video to learn how this impacts caregivers and how things are starting to change:
youtu.be/yL-Tl7e1XME?...
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Lorén Cox as Chapin Hall’s new Chief Development Officer! She brings proven fundraising expertise, having secured more than $5.7 million in philanthropic funding at the Aspen Institute, and her passion for raising resources is deeply shaped by her lived experience.
September 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Lorén Cox as Chapin Hall’s new Chief Development Officer! She brings proven fundraising expertise, having secured more than $5.7 million in philanthropic funding at the Aspen Institute, and her passion for raising resources is deeply shaped by her lived experience.
In 1985, Chapin Hall was founded at UChicago to improve the lives of children, youth, families, & communities. Today, we're a fully independent research/policy center and a leader in the application of evidence to policy and practice in #HumanServices. Explore our timeline: tinyurl.com/4zampusv
September 22, 2025 at 2:39 PM
In 1985, Chapin Hall was founded at UChicago to improve the lives of children, youth, families, & communities. Today, we're a fully independent research/policy center and a leader in the application of evidence to policy and practice in #HumanServices. Explore our timeline: tinyurl.com/4zampusv
The #JuvenileJustice Collaborative’s Deferred Prosecution Program in Cook Country, Illinois is showing powerful results: tinyurl.com/y62m22hc
We found:
- 89% of youth had charges dropped
- The program was associated with 44% lower odds of picking up a new charge
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
We found:
- 89% of youth had charges dropped
- The program was associated with 44% lower odds of picking up a new charge
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
September 18, 2025 at 4:38 PM
The #JuvenileJustice Collaborative’s Deferred Prosecution Program in Cook Country, Illinois is showing powerful results: tinyurl.com/y62m22hc
We found:
- 89% of youth had charges dropped
- The program was associated with 44% lower odds of picking up a new charge
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
We found:
- 89% of youth had charges dropped
- The program was associated with 44% lower odds of picking up a new charge
- 125 prosecutions were avoided
Chapin Hall and the Crown School's latest study of #HomeVisiting programs in Illinois shows:
- 91% of children met developmental milestones
- Families accessed critical resources like ESL classes and employment support
- Home visitors built trust and eased resettlement stress
tinyurl.com/3yf6rzfc
- 91% of children met developmental milestones
- Families accessed critical resources like ESL classes and employment support
- Home visitors built trust and eased resettlement stress
tinyurl.com/3yf6rzfc
September 17, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Chapin Hall and the Crown School's latest study of #HomeVisiting programs in Illinois shows:
- 91% of children met developmental milestones
- Families accessed critical resources like ESL classes and employment support
- Home visitors built trust and eased resettlement stress
tinyurl.com/3yf6rzfc
- 91% of children met developmental milestones
- Families accessed critical resources like ESL classes and employment support
- Home visitors built trust and eased resettlement stress
tinyurl.com/3yf6rzfc