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Early Childhood Development - Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division - Simpson Early Head Start

1321 South Paulina Street, Chicago, IL 60608

Eligibility

Children from birth to age five from families with low income, according to the Poverty Guidelines published by the Federal government, are eligible for Head Start and Early Head Start services.Children in foster care, homeless children, and children from families receiving public assistance (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or Supplemental Security Income) are also eligible for Head Start and Early Head Start services regardless of income.Head Start programs may enroll children from families that have incomes above the Poverty Guidelines. Pregnant women may also be eligible for Early Head Start.

Hours

Mon 8:00am - 5:00pm Tue 8:00am - 5:00pm Wed 8:00am - 5:00pm Thu 8:00am - 5:00pm Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm
https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/northcentralillinois/early-childhood-development/

Languages

Spanish, English

Application process

Visit the website to complete the Early/Head Start application. Once the application is completed, they will determine income eligibility through numerous funding sources like Child Care Assistance Program or Head Start. When enrolled, your families can access their partnerships with Rush Hospital, Department of Family & Support Services and a host of other resources.

Fees

Free

Service area

Cook County, IL

Description

The Salvation Army Head Start and Early Head Start programs give at-risk children the same chances every child deserves. They provide comprehensive services to low-income children and families, including healthy meals and snacks, assistance with medical and dental care, educational field trips, and support services to the family. Parent involvement is encouraged and children with disabilities are welcomed.

Date of Last Formal Update

Unknown

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division

Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is a Christian nonprofit, tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) charitable organization made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners who work together to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the most vulnerable neighbors through many programs and services.