CAREG i VERCO nn ECT i O n S

CAREGiVER
COnnECTiOnS
“It helped me get through a
really tough situation and
allowed me to help all the
children in my care.”
support for the care + education of children
“Terrifically important.
As family child care providers (working independently)
there are just not that many
resources... particularly
at no charge.”
“In my 13 years in
business, having someone
with the background of a
consultant has been
so valuable. It is the single
most important change.”
Illinois Action for Children
Caregiver Connections
4753 North Broadway, Suite 1200
Chicago, IL 60640
312.823.1414
“I have someone to help me
understand children who
pose a challenge that is not
purely academic...”
Do you have questions or concerns about
challenging childhood behaviors like...
• difficulty listening and cooperating
• biting or hitting
• eating or sleeping problems
• over-activity
• shyness, inability to play with others
• anxiety
• tantrums or excessive crying
• aggression
• delays in development
...and talking with families.
You are not alone...
Our reach...
We understand the stress and worry you face
when the children you care for are challenged by
behavioral, social/emotional, physical or learning
problems—and know that you want to provide
the best care to every child in your program.
Caregiver
Connections
mental health
consultants,
specializing in
early childhood
development, are
available to early care and education
providers in Chicago and Cook County.
Caregiver Connections consultants are here
to partner with you. We offer a wide range of
support and services free to early care and
education providers, including:
• Consultation with caring, experienced
professionals—either in person or by phone
• Ideas that can help you promote children’s
healthy social/emotional development
• Support and training that equips you to
deal confidently with difficult situations
when working with staff and/or families
To reach a consultant and learn more,
call Illinois Action for Children at
312.823.1414
or visit www.actforchildren.org.
Caregiver Connections at Illinois Action for Children is funded
by the Illinois Department of Human Services.
• Connections to screening resources that can
identify developmental problems early
• Referrals to evaluation and family services
Why won’t he sit still during circle time?
He bothers kids by touching them all the time.