Parent Resource Directory

To learn more about child care in your community and for child care referrals, please call Children’s Home + Aid Child Care Resource + Referral Program.
800-467-9200, ext. 390
To inquire about eligibility or an application for the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) child care assistance program, please call Children’s Home + Aid Child Care Resource + Referral Subsidy Services Program.
800-847-6770, ext. 360
With questions, concerns, or complaints about a licensed child care program’s compliance with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) licensing standards, please call your local DCFS Day Care Licensing Unit.
618-257-7500
To inquire about a child care program’s licensing status or substantiated complaints, please call DCFS Day Care Information Line.
877-746-0829
To inquire about qualifying for health insurance for Illinois children, please call All Kids.
866-ALL-KIDS (866-255-5437)
If you suspect or know of an incident of child abuse or neglect, please call the Illinois 24 hour Child Abuse Hotline.
800-252-2873
To inquire about eligibility for tax credits, contact your local Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Clinic.
800-829-1040