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.
Family Council Impact: Region 51
“We're moving forward with of helping families to be able to find resources.”
Family Council Impact: Region 51
“Knowing that I'm not just a person to them, but I'm somebody who matters.”
Gratitude for Birth to Five Illinois – By Deidra Johnson
I am thankful for our Birth to Five Illinois Councils because the members are diligent about improving the quality of life, learning assistance, and growth for children from birth to age five and their families.
Family Council Impact: Region 51
“It's my hope that our Regional Action Plan will bridge critical gaps and services for families…”
Family Council Impact: Region 51
“We are able to better problem solve, hear each other's experience, and encourage and support each other…”
Region 51: What Families Say They Need
"We need more resources in our community to help us understand our community… I want my children to have an education but do not know how to enroll them or where."