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We will answer your questions. If you do not know where your FCRC is or if you are unable to go there, you may call the automated helpline  \n24 hours a day at:  \n1-800-843-6154 1-800-447-6404 (TTY)  \nYou may speak to a representative between:  \n8:00 a. m. -5:30 p.m.  \nMonday-Friday (except state holidays)  \nFor answers to your questions, you may also write:  \nIllinois Department of Human Services  \nBureau of Customer Support and Services 100 South Grand Avenue East  \nSpringfield, Illinois 62762 Visit our web site at:  \n[www.dhs.state.il.us](www.dhs.state.il.us)  \nThe Sooner We Start, The Farther They’ll Go  \nPrograms, activities and employment opportunities in the Illinois Department of Human Services are open and accessible to any individual or group without regard to age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, ethnic origin or religion. The department is an equal opportunity employer and practices affirmative action and reasonable accommodation programs.  \nDHS 4395 (R-09-10) Early Intervention Program  \nPrinted by Authority of the State of Illinois  \n150 ,000 copies P.O.\\# 11-0733  \nState of Illinois  \nDepartment of Human Services  \nIllinois Early Intervention Services  \nDo You Have Questions About Your Child’s Development?  \nLook inside for an introduction to the Illinois Early Intervention Program for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities and their families.  \nHow does EI work?  \nA referral to Child and Family Connections (CFC) is the first step for your family. You or your doctor may refer your child to CFC. To find your local CFC office, call 1-800-323-4769.  \nAfter a referral is made, you will meet with a team to help them assess your child’s development and to determine if your child is eligible for E I services.  \nIf your child is eligible, you will work with a team of professionals to develop a plan for services. The plan is called an Individualized Family Service Plan, or IFSP. It explains what you want for your child and how everyone will work together to reach the goals you and your team have chosen.  \nWhat is the EI program?  \nThe Early Intervention ( EI) Program provides services to help your child grow and learn during the first 3 years of life. It serves families of children from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays or disabilities, or who are at risk for developmental delays.  \nWhy is EI important?  \nDuring the first 3 years of life, your child’s brain and body are growing rapidly. He/she is learning many new things about the world around him. While all children need love and support to grow and learn, some children need a little extra help. With the right help, your child can reach his/her potential.  \nYou and your team will determine who will work with you and your child and what services they will provide. Services might include developmental, speech, occupational, or physical therapy.  \nEI services will be provided at a convenient time for your family and in familiar places where your child learns and plays (like your home, child ","cbCaihPSudNrje2a","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihPSudNrje2a","pdf",264991,"English","# Do You Have Questions About Your Child’s Development?\n## How does EI work?\n## What is the EI program?\n## Why is EI important?\n## What does EI cost?\n## What happens when your child turns 3?","[{\"question\":\"How can families learn whether a child’s development is on target?\",\"answer\":\"Families are advised to ask a doctor or nurse whether a child’s growth and development matches his/her age. 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