Childcare + Early Education
Early Intervention + Developmental Screenings
EasterSeals - START HERE
English, Spanish, Polish, and Korean
850 S. Addison Ave., Villa Park
630-620-4433
Easterseals offers a free online Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) for children birth to age five. The ASQ will showcase your child's developmental milestones while uncovering any potential delays. If developmental issues are found, EasterSeals will connect families with free support from a therapist.
LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Addison School District 4
English and Spanish
650 S. Ardmore Ave.
630-458-3051
Assessment for children 3 years and older in the areas of speech and language, cognitive development, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, social-emotional functioning, and vision and hearing.
1) Must be a resident in Addison School District 4 attendance boundaries 2)Children must go through Preschool Screening and be found eligible for a program. 3) Eligibility is based on academic, financial and at-risk factors.
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Child and Family Connections, DayOne PACT
English, Spanish, Polish, Urdu
550 Warrenville Road, Suite 100B, Lisle
630-960-9700
Developmental evaluation and services for children birth to 3. Home visiting services to support physical, cognitive, communication, social-emotional, and adaptive (learning new skills) areas of child's development. See website for more specific services list.
Evaluations are free; sliding fee scale for ongoing therapy.
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Home-based Parent Education
Family Focus Home Visiting and Doula Services - ALL PARENTS AND EXPECTING PARENTS
English and Spanish
2174 Gladstone Court Suite G, Glendale Heights
630-521-8808
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Early Childhood Home Visiting addresses critical years of social, emotional, and cognitive development with the parents in the home. Parent-child activities are designed to involve the parent and child in sharing and learning activities that foster gross motor, language, fine-motor, social, and emotional skills. All of our services are provided by home visitors with extensive early childhood training.
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Healthy Families DuPage Home Visits - FIRST TIME PARENTS OVER 20
English and Spanish. Translation services available for additional languages.
111 N County Farm Road Wheaton
630-682-7400
Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
Must be a first time parent over 20 years old and a resident of DuPage.
The program provides comprehensive home visiting services to families expecting their first baby or with a child under 3 months of age. Healthy Families DuPage is free and voluntary.
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Healthy Families Program - PARENTS OR EXPECTING PARENTS 12 - 19
Teen Parent Connection
English and Spanish
630-790 - 8433 or email info@teenparentconnection.org
Leave a message and staff will follow up in 2-3 business days.
Must under 20 years old and a resident of DuPage.
Free
Home visits are designed to support and strengthen positive parent-child relationships, promote positive growth and development in children, and build the strengths of families and their protective factors. Home visits may begin prenatally or within the first three months of the infant's birth and can last until the child is five years old.
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Parents as Teachers- PREGNANCY TO 3 YEARS OLD
English and Spanish. Translation services for other languages available by appointment.
630-407-5783
421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton
Must show proof of income.
Parent Educators visit qualifying families two times per month, connecting families to concrete support in times of need, teaching them how to develop strong parent-child bonds, and offering child development screenings. Monthly group connections and age-appropriate book distribution are also important parts of their program.
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
YWCA Strong Families- BIRTH TO AGE 17
English and Spanish.
630-357-LOVE(5683) - Staff available by phone Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
YWCA- 2055 Army Trail Rd Ste 140
No documentation required. Serve families in DuPage County with children up to age 17.
Home visitation Services: Professionally trained facilitators work on topics such as: Learning how to put an end to conflicts and power struggles, Teaching children important problem-solving skills, Allowing for natural consequences of misbehavior, Enforcing clear, firm, and effective boundaries, Learning how to have More Control, Less Stress, & More Fun!
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Young and Teen Parents
Healthy Families DuPage Home Visits - FIRST TIME PARENTS OVER 20
English and Spanish. Translation services available for additional languages.
111 N County Farm Road Wheaton
630-682-7400
Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
Must be a first time parent over 20 years old and a resident of DuPage.
The program provides comprehensive home visiting services to families expecting their first baby or with a child under 3 months of age. Healthy Families DuPage is free and voluntary.
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Young Parent Groups
630-790-8433 or info@teenparentconnection.org - Staff will respond within 2-3 business days.
Free
Must be 12 - 22, pregnant or parenting, a resident of DuPage County, and become a participant of Teen Parent Connection.
YOUNG PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS provide educational and social support opportunities that help reduce the isolation young parents often face. Weekly groups cover a variety of topics including health, relationships, and workforce development. Childcare and meals are provided free of charge.
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LGBTQ+ welcoming.
Young Dad's Program
630-796-9810 or miranday@teenparentconnection.org
Free
Dads in DuPage County under the age of 25
The Dad's Engagement Coordinator empowers young dads to be the best version of themselves and build connections with their families. Pat can visit with participants weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. Visits last around an hour and topics include: child development, parenting skills, goal setting, budgeting, healthy relationships and coping skills. Pat can assist with finding community resources and with tasks such as finding a job and finding housing.
LGBTQ+ welcoming.
Childcare Navigators + Financial Assistance
Childcare Assistance Program - FINANCIAL SUPPORT + HELP FINDING THE RIGHT CHILDCARE OPTION
YWCA - 2055 W Army Trail Rd, Suite 140
630-790-6600
Monday - Thursday 8am-4pm, Friday 8am - 1pm
English and Spanish
Parents must be engaged in a qualifying activity such as work, school or approved TANF activity. Eligibility is based on income and family size. Must provide 2 current consecutive pay stubs if working or school schedule.
The YWCA administers the IDHS Child Care Assistance Program to help income-eligible parents pay for child care while they work or go to school.
LGBTQ+ welcoming.
Sunshine Daycare Provider Lookup - LICENSED DAYCARES
Find local daycare providers licensed by the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services. Information includes owner, address, contact information, age range, and languages spoken.
Summer Camps + Childcare
Addison Park District Preschool Program - 2.5 TO 5 years
English and Spanish (for registration. Curriculum is in English.)
1776 W. Centennial Place
The Addison Park District preschool program curriculum reflects the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards. The Park District preschool program helps children develop prekindergarten skills, including letter / name recognition, listening, healthy habits, cooperative play, fine motor, and socialization skills. The experiences are both educational and recreational, which aid in social, physical, intellectual, and emotional growth.
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Addison Park District Before & After School Care - PRESCHOOL TO 5TH GRADE
English and Spanish.
Hosted at Addison School District 4 schools
Aligned with Addison School District 4 Calendar.
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LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Henry Hyde Resource Center After School Program- FREE FOR FIRST THROUGH 8TH GRADE
English and Spanish.
199 Michael Lane
630-628-2680
Children walk or are dropped off at Henry Hyde Resource Center after school. There is a seasonal registration contract. Must be a resident of Addison.
Monday - Friday from after school to 5:25pm.
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Addison Park District All Star Summer Camp - PRESCHOOL TO 8TH GRADE
English and Spanish.
120 E. Oak Street
The Addison Park District preschool program curriculum reflects the Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards. The Park District preschool program helps children develop prekindergarten skills, including letter / name recognition, listening, healthy habits, cooperative play, fine motor, and socialization skills. The experiences are both educational and recreational, which aid in social, physical, intellectual, and emotional growth.
9am - 4pm. Before and After care is available.
Click here for more information.
LGBTQ+ Welcoming.
Henry Hyde Resource Center Summer Camp - FREE FOR 1ST THROUGH 8TH GRADE
English and Spanish.
199 Michael Lane
630-628-2680
Monday - Thursday 10:30am - 3:30pm June through August
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NEDSRA Camp and School Days Out - CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
English and Spanish.
1770 West Centennial Place
630-620-4500 or email jbarton@nedsra.org
Click here for information on financial assistance.
When school is out, come to NEDSA for a day full of FUN! NEDSRA provides weekday full-day programing during school off days. This includes some holiday’s, some in-school training days, winter break and summer break. From field trips, to cooking, games, swimming and social recreation, each day is full of excitement. Your child will be looking forward to their next day at NEDSRA!
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Play-based Learning
Addison Public Library
4 Friendship Plaza
Monday - Thursday 9am-9pm, Friday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm, Sunday 1-5pm.
630-543-3617 (English) 630-458-3426 (Spanish)
English, Spanish, French.
Toys, books, and computers are available while you're at the library without a library card. With a library card, you can take home puzzles, kits, games, toys, books, and more. If children can supervise themselves, they do not need an adult with them. Check event calendar for scheduled storytimes, clubs, crafts, and family events.
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LGBTQ+ welcoming.
Addison Park District
Take advantage of affordable programs and activities for all age groups. Addison Park District has engaging and enlightening programs for little ones and for the young-at-heart. Parks, playgrounds, and nature centers throughout Addison are open and free to all.
Click here for locations and more information.
Click here to find information on clubs, classes, and events.
Museum Adventure Pass and Explore More Illinois - FREE OR DISCOUNTED MUESEUM AND ZOO PASSES
4 Friendship Plaza - Addison Public Library
Monday - Thursday 9am-9pm, Friday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm, Sunday 1-5pm.
630-458-3338 (English) 630-458-3426 (Spanish)
English, Spanish, French.
Free passes to museums, zoos, parks, and other attractions. Must have an Addison Public Library Card. Click here for more information on participating museums and attractions.
Click here for more information on getting your library card.
LGBTQ+ welcoming.
DuPage Children's Museum
301 N. Washington St., Naperville
Monday - Thursday 9am - 4pm, Friday 9am - 8pm, Saturday - Sunday 9am - 5pm
630-637 - 8000
Families can receive a a discount of $3/person for up to 4 admissions or $25 yearly membership for 2 adults and up to 6 children. Families qualify if they participate in any of the following: WIC, SNAP, TANF, EI/IEP/504, Access DuPage, Early/Head Start, Medicare/All Kids, Section 8, Childcare Subsidy, Foster Care/Guardianship, Refugee/Asylum Status Click here for more information about financial assistance.
Here, kids are the experts from whom we can learn. Watch, and be proud of what they can accomplish – but don’t forget to play along yourself… You’ll be amazed with what you will learn together. Key learning concepts are presented through a variety of fun, interactive exhibit experiences grouped in themed neighborhoods, to encourage kids to make and share connections.
DuPage Children’s Museum is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment for children to thrive through extraordinary learning experiences. Adaptive Play Time provides a modified environment for play and learning for children and their caregivers.This program is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders. Click here for more information about adaptive play time.
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Sensory Garden Playground
2751 Navistar Dr, Lisle
Everyday, dusk to dawn
630-510-4984
Free
The Sensory Garden Playground is a combination of sensory-integrated playground equipment and amenities along with gardening areas. The 37-acre facility is being developed in phases as funding becomes available.
As of Summer 2022 the Sensory Garden includes: 2-5 year-old Pony Stable; Playground; accessible Tree House; Gravity Rail; Tree Top Swings; Art Along the Way Sculptures; Sound Garden; Fragrance Garden; GT Wave.
Click here for the event calendar.
Click here for more information about the museum.
North East DuPage Special Recreation Association - Children with Special Needs
1770 West Centennial Place
English and Spanish
630-620-4500 or email jbarton@nedsra.org
Click here for information on financial assistance.
Provides a variety of recreational and social programs for individuals with disabilities. Programs help participants develop social and life skills, as well as eye-hand coordination, balance, fine and gross motor skills and sensory processing.
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