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Child Care Provider Licensing | Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)

Resource Name:Child Care Provider Licensing | Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)

address

5415 N. University St., Peoria, IL 61614

Eligibility

1. Those needing to file complaints against child care providers 2. Child care providers in need of licensing

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
800-252-2873

Voice

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Child Abuse or Neglect Hotline (24 Hours)

309-693-5400

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Public Contact

866-368-5204

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Foster Parent Helpline

Languages

English

Application process

Please call.

Fees

None

Service area

All ZIP Codes, IL 61611, IL
To report abuse or neglect, please call the Hotline at 1-800-252-2873. If the child is in danger, please call 911. This location handles child care provider licensing and complaints.

Last Assured

06/23/2025

Providing organization

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services DCFS
To report abuse or neglect, please call the Hotline at 1-800-252-2873. If the child is in danger, please call 911. This location handles child care provider licensing and complaints.