Ombudsman (Complaints)

Illinois: Office of the Inspector General (Foster Care Complaints)

About this resource

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or the Ombudsman's office responds to and investigates complaints filed by the state and local judiciary, foster parents, biological parents, and the general public, including foster youth.

Eligibility

  • Current Youth in Care, Former Foster Youth (18+), Juvenile Justice Youth (JJ Youth), LGBTQIA2-S+ Youth, Disabled Youth, Expecting/Parenting Families, Foster Youth of Color. The Ombudsman is appointed by the Governor. 

Address

INTAKE DEPARTMENT Office of the Inspector General Department of Children and Family Services 2240 West Ogden Avenue
Chicago, IL 60612
United States