Head Start & Early Head Start | Southern Seven Health Department

IL Route 146, Building 2, Elizabethtown, IL 62931

Eligibility

Children ages birth-5 Priority is given to families that: - Meet income guidelines - Receive TANF or SSI - Have children in foster care - Have children with special needs - Are experiencing homelessness A limited number of over income slots are available

Required documents

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Application process

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Fees

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Service area

Alexander County, IL
Hardin County, IL
Massac County, IL
Pope County, IL
Pulaski County, IL
Union County, IL
Johnson County, IL

Description

Head Start is an educational program to help prepare children for transition into kindergarten and provides health screenings and nutrients. Transportation is available at most locations. Early Head Start is specific to meet the developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Offers home-based options with a weekly visit from a teacher in the family's home along with two special days a month for activities with other families.

Providing organization

Southern Seven Health Department

Public health services.