The Maryville Crisis Nursery provides short term care for children of families who are experiencing a severe disruptive crisis and/or are challenged with an urgent family matter.  Children ages newborn through six years are provided with 24 hour emergency child care, up to 72 hours, in a safe and nurturing environment designed to protect them from experiences and environments that could harm them.  Families may utilize the Maryville Crisis Nursery up to 30 days in a rolling calendar year. 

The Maryville Crisis Nursery provides families with immediate support, counseling, and referrals to community resources for extended services.  The quality services provided to both the children and families in need are FREE.  The Maryville Crisis Nursery is one of 6 crisis nurseries located in Illinois, and is the only Crisis Nursery located in the Chicagoland area.   

Contact Information:

Maryville Crisis Nursery

4015 N. Oak Park Avenue Bldg. B

Chicago, IL 60634

Phone (773) 205-3600

Fax (773) 205-3633

Program Director • Amy Kendal-Lynch, M.S.

24 Hour Helpline (773) 205-3637