At a time of most desperate need, self-inflicted, I sat in the reception area. In a reassuring…read moremanner, Connie stated that Jim will take excellent care of me. Throughout this entire process, Connie's words proved correct. With Jim's command for the English language, he articulated my position with precision. From my perspective, Jim's debate and litigation skills are second to none. It is my belief that the legal community respects him for his courteous nature, honesty, intelligence, and professionalism. I owe both a debt of gratitude.

From the owner: Affordable Legal Services…read more James D. Bass, Attorney at Law is a divorce attorney in Bloomington, IL, offering dependable access to your lawyer and a thorough, client-driven approach. As your attorney in Bloomington, I only want the best for you. You can trust that I will work to provide the personal attention that you deserve when it comes to your case. Give me a call today for a free consultation and legal representation you can depend on! Unlike other legal offices, you will work directly with your attorney, instead of a paralegal or assistant from start to finish. This will ensure that you receive the highest quality representation we offer.

Project Linus is a nonprofit organization that distributes handmade security blankets to children…read morein hospitals and shelters, across the US. One of my daughters received a Project Linus blanket, while a patient in a NICU at Texas Children's Hospital (TCH). With so many other more worthy-sounding charities vying for our time & money, I don't think I'd have fully appreciated the value of this charity's work, had we not received a blanket for our daughter. But Project Linus' gift to our family has been matched only by that from Ronald McDonald House--my daughter's blanket is probably the most meaningful possession we own. My twin daughters were born at Texas Children's. One has a serious congenital heart defect--tetralogy of Fallot w stenosis of the left pulmonary artery. And whereas we knew before her birth that she would be an inpatient at TCH, just after she was born, we didn't know for how long. Actually, we weren't even told our daughter's true diagnosis until I was 9 cm dilated in labor. Then, due to a series of miscommunications & mistakes by my obstetric practice & Neonatology, I didn't see my girls for the 1st ~13 1/2 hrs of their lives. And once reunited with them, my babies were completely unfamiliar to me. Initially, I was in shock & blamed myself for everything--my daughter's heart defect (& her twin's related one), the traumatic nature of the girls' deliveries, & my inability to see my babies as mine. I feared that the medical personnel who were meant to care for my daughters & I, didn't, b/c I was inherently unlikeable, & I was terrified that I would garner ill-will toward my critically-ill daughter & compromise her neonatal & cardiac care. My daughter received her name when she was 7 days old; she also received her Project Linus blanket. This was chosen for her by her favorite nurse, Shiji M. It suits her down to the ground--it's a red & white patchwork quilt, printed w strawberries. Red is the color I associate w her; strawberries are her favorite food. My daughter spent her first month of life at TCH. Blankie moved with baby as she was transferred from ward, to ward, to ward, & finally home. Somehow, seeing my daughter resting on the richly-colored backdrop of her blankie eased the transitions for me. It provided continuity. And having such a familiar object that followed my little one, wherever she went, especially one that I associate so strongly w her, helped my daughter herself seem familiar to me, as increasingly, physical contact enabled me to feel that she was mine. Moreover, it was incredibly humbling to think of someone taking the time to make such a lovely thing for our daughter--however unlovable her mother might be, someone cared about her. And this eased my worries for my baby, just a bit. So initially, my daughter's Project Linus blanket was MY security blanket; but as time has passed, it's become hers. It adorns her bed. It serves as a stroller-blanket. And she uses it to play peek-a-boo. In another year, I imagine she'll use it to swaddle her dolls. And it will certainly accompany her to TCH when she returns for cardiac catheterizations & surgeries. Blankets donated through Project Linus needn't be elaborate. Project Linus will accept most any blanket, provided it is new, unused, handmade, washable, & reasonably-free of germs; mold; mildew; smoke; chemical contaminants; & pet-hair. Our daughter's blanket came with a tag giving the name & contact info of the "Blanketeer" who made it--an especially lovely touch--but even that isn't required. A few months ago, my family & I had the chance to give back to Project Linus. We made our first No-Sew fleece blanket at a Blanketeering event at a local school, in Houston, TX. It was a very well thought-out idea for an event--children as young as 3 years old chose the fabric they wished to make their blankets from, & w supervision, fashioned blankets by cutting off the selvage, & cutting & tying fringe. (Detailed instructions are available at: http://www.projectlinus.org/patterns/pdf/NoSewFB.pdf, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59h8wgDgTRg.) So the Blanketeering event benefited not only those children who will be receiving blankets, but those who volunteered to help make them. In all, Project Linus is an incredibly worthy charity that provides security blankets made by caring Blanketeers to children desperate for caring & security, many of who's family members are too. One needs no special skills to complete a No-Sew blanket--even very young children can do this. If you'd like more information on Project Linus, or wish to make a monetary donation, or that of a blanket or blanket-making materials, visit http://www.projectlinus.org, or contact your local chapter coordinator.

Jeff Lindsay is wonderful to work with. He listened to all of my needs and worked diligently in my…read morefavor every step of the way. I would be more than happy to work with him if ever need be in the future.

Let me start out by saying that family law issues are emotional. Jeff will take the time to discuss…read moreall options, review all possible outcomes, help you prioritize objectives and tailor a strategy to achieve your goals. Family law is a complicated branch of civil law that deals with family matters that can be stressful and overwhelming. Jeff represented me with the utmost integrity, as well as protected the rights and best interests of my child during all the proceedings. His goal was to help me achieve the fairest outcome possible in my situation while minimizing the emotional stress that came from my difficult situation. Jeff was accessible, approachable, and committed to giving me the personal attention in my case that I deserved. Jeff is a trustworthy attorney and will fight until the end to achieve your goals! Guaranteed! He understands the emotional turmoil of going through a difficult child custody case. The communication, overall support and professionalism was consistent throughout the time I worked with Jeff. Despite the difficult circumstances it was a pleasure working with Jeff. Not only was he professional, attentive to all my questions, knowledgeable, timely, and circumspect but he was also very personable and easy to talk with. He did a great job preparing me for what to expect, next steps in the proceedings and also in helping me to navigate and understand the whole process. I am so thankful for all his hard work in my case and I definitely will work with him again if the need arises. I highly recommend Jeff Lindsay!!

Adopted my dog there. He's an Italian Greyhound mix. That was 11 years ago. I think that these…read moredays it's hard to find a small dog at the CCHS.

We were able to adopt an amazing dog for our family. Well worth the drive. Staff is very…read moreaccommodating. We accidentally arrived an hour early and they took us in like family. Thanks for Luna!