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.
Early Intervention Shortage – By Anonymous
As a mom of three, I have learned that all children grow in their own little ways.
Beyond Terrible Two’s - By Anonymous
I was warned by our pediatrician that the “terrible twos” start at 18 months.
Region 11: What Families Say They Need
"…it got to the point where we were donating items for [the school] to use because they didn't have the resources to get those things…"