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.
A Mother's Choice: Finding the Perfect Balance in Child Care and Career – By Brittany Nielsen
I know firsthand how hard it is to trust others with your child, and now, as a leader in early childhood education, I strive to create an environment where parents feel safe, heard, and supported—because I’ve been in their shoes.
Birth to Five Illinois Was and Is a Great Support for Me and My Children – By Luisa
It is very important to know that as parents we have a voice and that there are organizations like Birth to Five Illinois to support parents and children, because sometimes we think that we are stuck alone.
Region 34: What Families Say They Need
"Raising kids costs money! Families cannot afford to raise children in our Region without assistance."