HURRY! COMPLETE YOUR PROVIDER SURVEY FOR IDHS This is a reminder that IDHS is conducting a provider survey to inform the new workforce compensation contracts, which will become available in 2024. The survey will be used to: The deadline for this survey has been extended to Monday, September 11, 2023. All full-day, full-year, licensed providers are encouraged to fill out […]
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Provider Newsletter | August 21, 2023
PLEASE NOTE: CHANGE IN HOURS OF SERVICE AND LOCATION OF CLIENT PARKING Please take note that on August 20, 2023, CCRS began the following hours of operations: Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday: 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. […]
Provider Newsletter | August 7, 2023
ZOOM TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILD CARE PROVIDERS There will be no Zoom or In-Person classes offered through CCRS this month. However, providers will still able to access continuing education opportunities via these sources: HOT SUMMER DAYS AND MEDICATIONS: A RECIPE FOR HEATSTROKE Feeling overheated under the hot summer sun is a common experience. But for […]
CRAFT: Lion Paper Bag
Lions are amazing and a great source for learning. Everything from The Lion King to nature studies, lions can provide inspiration for tons of learning opportunities. This craft will also be a wonderful way to work on fine motor skills and imagination. To make these puppets, you will need: Assembly is amazingly straight forward. Start […]
IDPH Announces $10 Million Program to Provide Air Purifiers to Improve Air Quality in Day Care Centers
IDPH Announces $10 Million Program to Provide Air Purifiers to Improve Air Quality in Day Care Centers School Facilities with Clean Air Record Fewer Sick Students and Improved Academic Performance Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced today that the state is offering more than 20,000 HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate […]
Create Your Own Sounds of Summer with these Beautiful Beaded Wind Chimes
Beaded wind chimes are such a beautiful decoration for your porch, patio, or gazebo. They’re perfect for placing in the garden and make a lovely gift. I love the soft clinking sound of the beads brushing against each other and the subtle chime of the bells when the strands move back and forth. You can […]
Provider Newsletter | July 21, 2023
Circle of Security for Family Child Care Virtual Training
A $300 stipend is available for FCC providers who have not previously attended this training. Participants must complete all 8 hours in order to receive the $300 stipend. Circle of Security implements decades of attachment research in an accessible, step-by-step process to educate parents and caregivers in group settings. This training is ideal for individuals […]
Provider Newsletter | March 21, 2023
ACF AND SAMHSA VIRTUAL TRAINING FOR PARENTS, CAREGIVERS, AND FAMILIES ON THE MENTAL HEALTH OF CHILDREN March 22, 2023—6:00–7:15 p.m. The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are offering a virtual training for parents, caregivers, and families on the mental health needs of children. ACF and […]
“Ready, Set, Connect!” April 2023 Developmental Screenings
FREE developmental screenings are being offered throughout Champaign County in the month of April for children aged birth to five. These check-ups will provide information on how your child is developing in various areas such as communication skills, social skills, motor skills, and more. All children will receive a FREE book after participating in a […]