ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES - Day Care Information

Address

2133 Belvidere Road
Waukegan, IL 60085

(877) 746-0829

https://dcfs.illinois.gov

Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Description:

Provides website resources for parents, providers and the public interested in licensed child care in Illinois. Other services include:
Information about a licensed childcare facility's history
Licensing standards information
Becoming a daycare provider
Childcare expense assistance
Hotline to file a daycare complaint

Licensed providers can find resources:
Referrals and links
Forms to download
Licensing representative!€™s contact information
What to expect when a complaint is filed
Training opportunities
The latest news on rule changes, current issues, and a host of other relevant topics.

Eligibility:

Open to all

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call for assistance

Documents Required: None

Contacts

Program Contact Information

Primary Contact

Program Contact Information

(877) 746-0829

dcfs.advocacy@illinois.gov

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(877) 746-0829

Alternate Program Phone

(312) 328-2779

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

2133 Belvidere Road
Waukegan, IL 60085

Mailing

2133 Belvidere Road
Waukegan, IL 60085

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Date of Official Change:

April 16, 2026

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