Spero Family Services Joins The Effingham County Chamber

Pictured front (left to right): Tucker Michels (Wraparound Coordinator), Amber Nickol (Wraparound Coordinator), Charli Robinson (Wraparound Site Manager Effingham and Olney Offices), Jayci McCraw (Wraparound Coordinator), Chamber Ambassadors Debbie Womack & Jim Hecht, and Chamber President & CEO Katie Koester;  Pictured back (left to right): Chamber Ambassador Dan Capes, Audrey Erwin (Wraparound Family Support Specialist), and Chamber Ambassadors Randy Jones, Michael Wall & Russ Runde

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Effingham County Chamber proudly welcomes Spero Family Services as one of its newest members.

With a rich history spanning over 100 years, Spero Family Services, formerly known as The United Methodist Children’s Home, has evolved from a children’s home into a multi-service agency dedicated to providing hope, help, and healing across Central to Southern Illinois. Their comprehensive programs are designed to support the emotional, educational, and behavioral well-being of youth, families, and individuals.

Spero’s Effingham location, situated at 1901 S. 4th St., Suite 206, offers two key programs: Wraparound Services and Nurturing Families. Wraparound Services is an intensive, strengths-based, and family-driven approach that helps families stay together while achieving their individual visions. The Nurturing Families program aims to teach positive parenting behaviors, thereby preventing family relapses, reducing juvenile delinquency, and breaking the cycle of abuse.

With its home base in Mount Vernon, Spero Family Services operates 12 locations across seven towns, including Effingham, Olney, Mount Vernon, West Frankfort, Marion, Murphysboro, and Springfield. Beyond these local efforts, Spero provides a wide range of services across 30+ counties, encompassing twelve programs in community services, clinical services, and child welfare services.

For more information or to connect with the Effingham office, please visit www.sperofs.org, call (618) 242-1070, or connect on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Apple Podcast or Spotify at @sperofamilyservices.

The Chamber encourages the Effingham County community to support Spero Family Services as they continue their mission of improving lives and strengthening communities throughout the region.

Businesses interested in investing in their business and community through Chamber membership are encouraged to contact Membership Director Becky Brown at (217) 347-6283 or visit EffinghamCountyChamber.com to learn more. Chamber membership connects you with others who share a commitment to fostering a strong, connected local economy.

About the Effingham County Chamber
Since its establishment in 1917, the Effingham County Chamber has emerged as the foremost advocate and supporter of local businesses. With a commitment to fostering growth and prosperity, the Chamber offers leadership opportunities, volunteer programs, and business-building initiatives tailored to the vital needs of Effingham County enterprises. By harnessing the collective support, talent, and resources of its members, the Effingham County Chamber leads the way in driving business success and fostering community growth.