Welcome to Alcorn & Associates

At Alcorn & Associates, we specialize in providing certified, safe parental supervision, guided by the expertise of clinicians with advanced degrees and certifications in domestic violence. Our team is committed to fostering a secure environment for families in Will County, Illinois.  Chris Alcorn has been working in the field of family supervision creating a safe environment at a reasonable cost for most than 20 years. This includes work in law enforcement, advocacy and the court systems in Cook and Will Counties.

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Services

Certified Parental Supervision

Certified safe parental supervision by mandated reporters.  Staff include certified teachers and school safety staff.

 

Domestic Violence Expertise

Specialized domestic violence expertise for tailored family support.  Owner Operator is a certified domestic violence and domestic violence batterer intervention professional certified by the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence. 

 

Supervision Guidelines 

 

 

 

  • The non custodial parent will arrive prior to the visit to facilitate the exchange with the supervisor.  They will remain at the site s so the child may be returned.
  • Once the children are dropped off, the custodial parent must leave the area, though may remain close.
  • No one other than those noted on the court order may attend the visit without prior approval by the court and/or supervisor.
  • Parents are required to confirm the visit 24 hours prior. This responsibility rests with the parents, not the supervisor.
  • IF the visiting parent is 15 minutes late, the visit is cancelled.
  • If the visiting parent is not available, the visit will be cancelled and no make up session scheduled.
  • If the custodial parent does not provide the child for the visit(i.e. vacation, sickness) the visit is required to be made up.
  • No visitation will take place is the visiting parent is under the influence. Additionally no alcohol or drug consumption is allowed during the visit.  If alcohol is consumed against supervisor direction, the visit will cease.
  • Changes in scheduling are at the based on the supervisor's availability
  • Recurring cancellations will be subject to termination by decision of agency management.
  • With the exception of Spanish-speaking supervisors, all visits must be conducted in English.
  • Any gifts, cards, or messages may be opened by the supervisor prior to giving to the child. 
  • Supervisors do not transport children, nor are they allowed to get into a car driven by the non-custodial parent. All visits must take place at one site or may be in walking distance of the site.
  • Weather appropriate clothing is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What certifications do your staff hold?
Our staff are certified mandated reporters with additional training in safe parental supervision and family safety.

What specialized support do you offer for domestic violence cases?
We offer specialized support from certified domestic violence experts, who provide tailored guidance and support for families dealing with domestic violence situations.

How Does Visitation work?

https://www.svdirectory.com/visitation_info.htm

What's the difference between supervision and monitored exchange?

https://www.svdirectory.com/supervised_or_monitored.htm

Is there a sliding fee scale?

While our set rate is $50 per hour and in some cases we do include mileage and travel time, it is possible in certain situations to negotiate a lower per hour fee.

Must visitation be court ordered?

Usually clients contact us due to a court order for supervised visitations, however in some cases parents may have a parenting agreement in which supervised visitation is included.

What is Supervisor Neutrality?
  • A supervisor is not to take sides, act as a go-between, or share personal feelings regarding either parent.
  • A supervisor is not to view communications sent by one parent to another or moderate conversations either during or after visitation.
  • A supervisor does not decide how parents should communicate, regardless of their situation.  This may be decided by the court.
  • A supervisor does not police the child's cleanliness during the visit, exposure to germs, or dietary requests.  While medical dietary restrictions are supervised, it is not the supervisor's job to police the wishes of the custodial parent when the visiting parent provides food.
  • A supervisor remails a neutral third party at all times.  You may be referred to the court, mediator or guardian et liem.

Visit information for visiting parents

Plan ahead as to places and activities you may share with your child.

Bring appropriate materials for snacks, diapers, crafts and activities.

While these items may or may not be available, part of the supervisor's job is the tell the court how prepared you are to conduct your visit with your children.

Involve children in deciding on locations and activities. 

Do not discuss with the children, the other partner, or the court situation. Remain upbeat with your child.

Pay attention to your child.  Do not spend excess time on tablets, phones, or talking with other people. This is your time with your child.

 

Visitation preparation for custodial parents
  • Remain positive in anticipation of the visit so as to put the children at ease.
  • Explain to the children where and when the visit will occur; who will be there and that a neutral third party will be there to make sure they are comfortable and safe.
  • Do not question your children about the visit either before or after.  Notes will be provided to the court and the guardian et leim is one if assigned.  However, if the children choose to speak about the visit, let them without asking prying questions.
  • Avoid negative comments regarding the other partner or visit.

Visitation preparation for children.

Explain the process to the child in an age-appropriate way.

Answer questions they have in a neutral way.

Talk to them about the location

Explain the purpose of the supervisor which is to keep them safe.

Talk to them about what she would like to bring with

Ask your child what questions they have

 

“Thanks to Alcorn & Associates, I felt reassured during a difficult time in our family's life. Their professionalism and care made a significant difference.”

Maria G.

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Location

Alcorn & Associates
Will County Illinois, United States

Domestic Violence and Supervision

8 May 2024 15:10

Domestic violence affects one in three women and one in seven men in the United States in their lifetime. In 50 percent of cases in which a child is in a domestically violent home, that child is at risk of injury, whether intentional or not.  Supervised visitation not only protects a child from potential injuries, but keeps parents separate as a third party does the exchange; and can address false accusations.  Supervised Visitation protects everyone.

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About us

Alcorn & Associates is a pioneer in providing safe, certified parental supervision in Illinois. Our team consists of certified staff, clinicians with master's degrees, and experts in domestic violence, all dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of families. We understand the complexities of family dynamics and offer tailored supervision sessions directed by our skilled clinicians. Our commitment to safety, mental health, and expert guidance sets us apart in creating safer futures for families.

 

Further information is available at 708-574-6643