Finding Information and General Help

State Information

89 IL Admin Code 500 (Rule 500)
Provides the operational rules for the Illinois Early Intervention System.

Illinois Child and Family Connection Office Listings
Search for a DHS office or service provider on the Illinois Department of Human Services website.

Principles of Early Intervention
On the Illinois Department of Human Services website.

Professional Development and Resources
A list of professional development and technical assistance projects for early childhood providers & families in Illinois.

Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development
The Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development (GOECD) leads the state’s initiatives to create an integrated system of quality, early learning and development programs to help give all Illinois children a strong educational foundation before they begin kindergarten.

Federal Information

U.S. Department of Education: Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)
Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts. OSEP administers the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)