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Choosing the right child care facility can be a tough decision. Child care should be a safe, happy, loving environment as well as convenient and affordable. Finding quality care is worth the time and effort it takes to know your children are in the best care you can give them. For a list of quality indicators, go to Looking for Quality.
Child Care Resource and Referral maintains a data base of child care providers in Will, Grundy, Kendall and Kankakee counties. The information that is stored in the data base is gathered directly from the providers and is updated by CCR&R staff every 6 to 8 weeks.
Although there is no “one best” type of care, your decision will be made easier if you understand the options available for the care of your child. There are advantages and disadvantages to every provider. To find out more about these options, visit: Type of Care.
The steps to finding quality care for your child with special needs are similar to those for finding care for a child without disabilities or special needs. To learn more, click visit: Special Needs.
Child care rates vary based on the type of care, age of the child, and the county care is in. Click here to find the Average Cost of Child Care by County we serve. Families that fall below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level may qualify for financial assistance toward the cost of their child care. To find out if you may qualify for this assistance, click Financial Assistance. The state of Illinois will reimburse child care providers a mandated daily rate. Click here to see the IDHS Reimbursement Rates for Centers or Homes.
Parent referral specialists are available to assist you Monday thru Friday between the hours of 9am – 3pm at 800-552-5526. Fridays are by appointment only.
