Volume 39, Issue 3 (Fall 2026)
The Fall 2026 edition of the Early Intervention Clearinghouse newsletter is available in English and Spanish. This edition of the newsletter highlights how building your child’s social skills can bring...
View ArticleNew Digital Interpretation Service Supports Communication for Families and...
The Illinois Early Intervention community now has access to a digital interpretation service offering on-demand video and audio interpretation in many languages. This ongoing service will assist Child...
View ArticleAnnual Open House – Cookies at the Clearinghouse
Join us on Thursday, December 12 from 2:00 - 5:00 pm for a fun, festive event! Source
View ArticleExplore Kanopy’s Video Collection
The EI Clearinghouse is excited to announce that Kanopy is now available to all library patrons! Kanopy is a streaming video platform offering high-quality documentaries, educational films, and...
View ArticleBraille Resources
EIC Resources Resource Guide: Blindness and Visual Impairment Resources Print Books Braille Books Detailed borrowing information for these books can be found below. Source
View ArticleCaregiver Advocacy in Illinois Early Intervention: Ilinica’s Story
In this video, Ilinca shares her experience as a mother who has enrolled her child in the Illinois Early Intervention (EI) program and uses her story to advocate for more intentional outreach in the EI...
View ArticleIllinois Early Intervention Experiences: Ilinca’s Story
In this video, Ilinca shares her experience as a mother who has enrolled her child in the Illinois Early Intervention program. She provides her insight by answering five questions: Source
View ArticleCaregiver Leadership Training: Learn to be an advocate for your child
The Early Intervention Leadership Program is designed to empower caregivers and parents participating in early intervention to advocate for their children and family. Source
View ArticleIllinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) Updates
The Illinois Early Intervention Program transitioned into the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) on July 1, 2026. All EI Program updates can be found below. Updates prior to the July 1, 2026...
View ArticleVolume 39, Issue 2 (Summer 2026)
This edition of the newsletter highlights the many Early Intervention Clearinghouse resources available. Source
View ArticleSupporting Children with Cerebral Palsy
EIC Resources Family Stories Tip Sheets Central Directory: Cerebral Palsy Books for Parents Books for Children Detailed borrowing information for these books can be found below. Source
View ArticleExplore Our New Early Learning Kits!
The early learning and exploration activity kits from the Early Intervention Clearinghouse are designed to support young children’s development through shared, hands-on experiences. Each kit includes a...
View ArticleVolume 39, Issue 1 (Spring 2026)
This Spring 2026 newsletter highlights the transition process in early intervention. Source
View ArticleTransition at Age 3: Who, What, Where, Why, and When
Planning for the transition process begins six months before your child turns 3... Source
View ArticleExpanded Getting Started in Early Intervention Page
If a family has concerns about their child's development or has been referred to early intervention, they may have questions about what the program entails and what happens next. Our Getting Started in...
View ArticleIntroducing IDEC – Illinois Department of Early Childhood
Beginning July 1, 2026, the Illinois Early Intervention Program will no longer be a part of the Illinois Department of Human Services. The Early Intervention Program will be managed by a brand new...
View ArticleCaregiver Advocacy in Illinois Early Intervention: Jamie’s Story
In this video, Jamie shares her experience as a mother who has enrolled her child in the Illinois Early Intervention (EI) program and uses her story to advocate for increased public awareness of the EI...
View ArticleIllinois Early Intervention Experiences: Silvia’s Story (in Spanish)
In this video, Silvia shares her experience as a mother who has enrolled her child in the Illinois Early Intervention program. She provides her insight by answering the question ‘What has been your...
View ArticleIllinois Early Intervention Experiences: Joanette’s Story
In this video, Joanette shares her experience as a mother who has enrolled her child in the Illinois Early Intervention program. She provides her insight by answering five questions: Source
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