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3425 N. Dries Ln., Peoria, IL 61604

Eligibility

Typically (see below for exception), must be currently employed, going to school, or doing TANF activities to be approved for Child Care Connection program. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Any family that documents that they are experiencing homelessness will be granted a 3-month eligibility period regardless of if they are participating in an employment or educational activity, which is typically a standard requirement for families applying for CCAP. The family must meet other CCAP eligibility requirements, such as residing in Illinois, the age of the children (younger than 13, or younger than 18 with a documented special need for care) and the family’s income is within program guidelines.

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
309-686-3750

Voice - Main Line

https://www.salccc.org

Languages

English with support for additional languages

Application process

Please call or visit.

Fees

No fees for most services. Small fee for training and library. Please call for specifics.

Service area

Groveland, IL
Tremont, IL
Peoria County, IL
Green Valley, IL
Bureau County, IL
Deer Creek, IL
Stark County, IL
South Pekin, IL
Washington, IL
Morton, IL
Pekin, IL
Minier, IL
61611, IL
Mackinaw, IL
Armington, IL
Marshall County, IL
Putnam County, IL
La Salle County, IL
Fulton County, IL
Woodford County, IL
Creve Coeur, IL
Delavan, IL
Hopedale, IL

Description

The primary focus is on helping parents locate child care which meets the parents' needs, determining whether a family qualifies for assistance in paying for child care, providing training for those who work with young children, recruiting additional child care providers, and providing consultation on health issues in child care programs. Families seeking child care may also call the toll-free referral number, (800) 421-4371, and speak to an experienced child care specialist who will offer comprehensive education about: Child Care options Child development information Licensing regulations Quality indicators Financial assistance *Families receive referrals, not recommendations, to child care providers that may meet their identified needs. Un-biased referrals to providers are done by computer selections that meet the needs of parents. SAL Child Care Connection is NOT a monitoring agency and does not endorse or recommend one provider over another. A listing with SAL Child Care Connection is not a guarantee of quality. Referral lists are available by email or mail, but you may always pick up your referral list at our office if you prefer. During an initial intake conversation, a Child Care Advisor can help answer questions concerning indicators of quality care, average costs of care, and can help develop an action plan for finding the type of child care that meets a family's needs. Information gathered for each family during the intake process is kept on file and is completely confidential.

Last Assured

01/08/2026

Providing organization

Child Care Connection

The primary focus is on helping parents locate child care which meets the parents' needs, determining whether a family qualifies for assistance in paying for child care, providing training for those who work with young children, recruiting additional child care providers, and providing consultation on health issues in child care programs. Families seeking child care may also call the toll-free referral number, (800) 421-4371, and speak to an experienced child care specialist who will offer comprehensive education about: Child Care options Child development information Licensing regulations Quality indicators Financial assistance *Families receive referrals, not recommendations, to child care providers that may meet their identified needs. Un-biased referrals to providers are done by computer selections that meet the needs of parents. SAL Child Care Connection is NOT a monitoring agency and does not endorse or recommend one provider over another. A listing with SAL Child Care Connection is not a guarantee of quality. Referral lists are available by email or mail, but you may always pick up your referral list at our office if you prefer. During an initial intake conversation, a Child Care Advisor can help answer questions concerning indicators of quality care, average costs of care, and can help develop an action plan for finding the type of child care that meets a family's needs. Information gathered for each family during the intake process is kept on file and is completely confidential.