See what local families and community members say they need for their children across the State
Family & Community Stories
Birth to Five Illinois has created a space for families and community members in every Illinois Region to share their experiences with local Early Childhood programs and services. Through stories about challenges and successes, we can identify the issues and work collectively to mend what is broken, while also celebrating what is working.
Long-Distance Child Care - By Cheyenne Camden
My greatest challenge is child care. It prohibits me from working full time.
Educated and Willing to Work! - By Katelyn Wilfong
It was nearly impossible with being a stay-at-home mom and not having child care. Now that I have a degree, I cannot use it.