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HEAD START | EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY (ERBA)

696 Castle Drive, Charleston, IL 61920

Eligibility

Open to Preschool children ages 3-5, must meet income requirements, living with a foster family, homeless, or receiving public aid

Required documents

Birth certificate, Social Security number for child, birth dates for entire household, immunization record, medical card, proof of annual income

Hours

Mon 10 am - 6 pm Tue 8 am - 4 pm Wed 8 am - 4 pm Thu 8 am - 4 pm Fri 8 am - 4 pm

Languages

English

Application process

Call to set up an appointment

Fees

None

Service area

Cumberland County, Illinois Clark County, Illinois Lawrence County, Illinois Richland County, Illinois Jasper County, Illinois Coles County, Illinois Crawford County, Illinois Edgar County, Illinois

Provides educational and health services to children of primarily low-income families. The children receive nutritious meals, breakfast and snacks. Parents are involved in program planning, operating activities, and are eligible to receive cash incentives for completing a GED.

Last assured

04/25/2025

Providing organization

EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY (ERBA)

Provides critical support programs for those in need.

HEAD START | EMBARRAS RIVER BASIN AGENCY (ERBA)