The Cradle
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The Cradle is a nonprofit, licensed child welfare agency providing adoption services, counseling and educational support. Since opening in 1923, The Cradle has facilitated over 16,000 domestic and international adoptions and has been at the forefront of open adoption, African American infant adoption and LGBTQ+ placements. Our team of social workers, counselors, and education and outreach staff of
06/06/2026
The Cradle's home visiting program offers personalized, in-home parenting support for families in Northeast Lake County. Each visit is based on what you’re interested in: your baby’s growth and development; ideas for bonding and playing; emotional support; ways to reduce stress; problem-solving; identifying and achieving goals; or anything else that nurtures your family.
Inquire about home visiting: https://bit.ly/4qNnFEt
05/06/2026
"From very early on in our relationship, we have both always spoke about wanting children. Both of us knew that we could never date someone who did not want to have kids. We both have so much love to give."
Read more about Stephen and Kevin: https://bit.ly/3zl3OWW
04/06/2026
Finding community as an adoptee can be both meaningful and challenging. Read The Cradle’s guide on how and why to connect with other adopted people: https://bit.ly/3RzId2Z
03/06/2026
Join us this Sunday at the Buffalo Grove Pride Parade and Picnic! We’ll gather to cheer on the parade starting at 11 a.m., then head over to Mike Rylko Community Park immediately afterward for lunch together and to enjoy live performances, family-friendly entertainment, and a wonderful business and craft fair. Please bring your own lunch or grab something from the on-site food trucks. To make things a little sweeter, we will provide special treats for everyone to enjoy!
RSVP to celebrate Pride with The Cradle: https://bit.ly/4urlxDy
28/05/2026
We are thrilled to announce that The Cradle is attending and sponsoring the Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate! There are two great ways you can join us to support this meaningful community event.
1. Dust off your running shoes and join our staff in one of the races.
2. Not a runner? No problem! Come join our cheering team to root for the children's races that kick off at 9 a.m. There is no fee to attend to cheer, so come on out and enjoy some coffee and donuts with The Cradle!
Register as a runner: https://bit.ly/4uHIti1
Cheer with The Cradle: https://bit.ly/48Qtj1h
