Local CCR&R Programs

To get more information on any of the programs below, please contact your local CCR&R.

Professional Development/Program Improvement :

Mini-grants and Scholarships for

• Child Development Associate (CDA)
• Child Care Professional (CCP)
• Illinois Director Credential (IDC)
• College Courses
• Workshops
• Conferences
• Consultations
  • Application & Assessment Fees
  • Consultants / Mentors
  • Program Improvement Assistance

Quality Counts:

• Information on Quality indicators
• Resource vans containing activity kits, literacy materials and health and safety materials
• Information about quality programs, Quality Counts Grant, child care subsidies and licensing regulations for community groups and individuals

Healthy Child Care America:

• Nurse consultants available to child care programs
• Information about immunizations and developmental assessments
• Health and safety training for children and child care staff
• Health and safety materials for programs and parents

Lending Libraries:

• Equipment
• Toys
• Curriculum Kits
• Resource Materials

Kith and Kin:

• Information and Technical Assistance
• Resource Materials - toys and equipment