PREVENTING CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT THROUGH 24 HOUR CRISIS CHILDCARE
SERVICES
Emergency Childcare
We provide secure 24-hour crisis childcare for children from birth through six years old. There is no income restriction, and all children experiencing a crisis are welcome to visit. This includes but is not limited to:
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Parental stress
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Medical emergencies
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Homelessness
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Domestic violence
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Mental health or substance abuse appointments
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Family Services
Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery's Family Services Program provides a range of vital education and support programs for parents to help them improve the quality of their lives, strengthen families, and prevent child abuse and neglect. The core programs in our Family Services component are home visiting programs, provided in-person and remotely. All families served at Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery are strongly encouraged to participate in Family Services Programs.
Basic Needs Pantry
In addition to our other services, Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery maintains a basic needs pantry which stocks infant formula, diapers, wipes, and other childcare supplies. Those interested in items from the basic needs pantry can learn more by calling 1-217-525-6800 or emailing info@MiniOBeirne.org.
ABOUT
It was Marinda "Mini" O'Beirne's love of children and her desire to combat child abuse that brought a crisis nursery to central Illinois. Mini was an administrative assistant to an Illinois State Representative when she heard of a crisis nursery in another city. She spent two years investigating, planning, and encouraging others to join her crusade against child abuse. Amidst all of her planning, she died of cancer on April 29, 1988. A steering committee carried out Mini's dream and named the Nursery in her honor.
The Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery opened May 15, 1989. In its first year, the Crisis Nursery staff of six cared for 400 children.
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Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery is a non-profit social service agency. Because there is no charge for care, the Nursery depends on financial support from government, corporate and local grants, fundraising through special events, and contributions by businesses, community organizations, and individuals.
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Click here to learn more about our Board of Directors and Staff.
1989
Year Established
7,016
Crisis Hours Provided
(2019)
1,434
Families Served By Basic Needs Pantry
(2019)
1,632
Children Cared For
(2019)
DONATE
Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery depends on the support of our community members and donors to provide care and support to children in need. Below are the ways you can prevent child abuse through a donation today!
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Donations made today go directly to provide crisis childcare hours for children in need. Last year, the cost to run MOCN per crisis care hour was $78 - including childcare staffing, educational materials, and building maintenance!
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MOCN Wishlist​​​
We are always in need of in-kind donations at the crisis nursery to meet the needs of the children while they are here. All extra donations are given back to the community through our basic needs pantry.
This wish list is updated weekly and can be accessed via Amazon here, or by visiting our Facebook page.
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Donation of Items
To donate infant and children's items directly to the Nursery, please stop by the front door Monday through Friday from 8:00am until dusk. Donations should be clean and in good working order. Items accepted include:
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Cribs
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Toddler beds
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Waterproof children's mattresses
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Playpens / Travel cribs
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Strollers
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Children's Clothing
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Children's Toys (stuffed animals are not accepted at this time)
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Diapers
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Wipes
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Formula
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As a non-profit organization, in-kind donations are also tax-deductible, and can be receipted on request. If you have questions about your items, please call us at (217) 525-6800.
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SPONSORS
2020 Holiday Store
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B J Grand Salon & Spa
Brandt
Carpenters Local 270
Eck, Schafer & Punke, LLP
Johnson and Johnson Auto
Kerber, Eck & Braeckel, LLP
Laurel United Methodist Church
P.H. Broughton & Sons, Inc
Schultz Properties
Brigitte G Franzen
Joseph and Lisa Ducaji
Dr. Tracy Lower
Jeweldine Meadors
John Shafer
Joy and Jeffrey Ferry
Joyce & Robert Hawley
Karen Broquet
Katherine Parmenter
Kathleen Dunn
Mark and Tracee Kelly
Pauline Betts
Regena M Wilson
Steven and Mary Valasek
Suzanna and Steven Preckwinkle
Our Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and children are deeply appreciative of our sponsors. With their support, Mini O'Beirne has been able to sustain our operations and continue to grow!
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If you or your organization is interested in becoming a sponsor of Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery, please contact Jen McMillin at 217-525-6800 or Jen@MiniOBeirne.org.
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CONTACT
Have Questions?
For any inquiries, questions, or comments, please call: 217-525-6800 or fill out the following form:
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Employment
To apply for a job with Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery, please contact Info@MiniOBeirne.org or call 217-525-6800.
Need Crisis Care?
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