Child Care Complaints | ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES - Day Care Information
2133 Belvidere Road, Waukegan, IL 60085
Eligibility
Open to all
Hours
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
312-328-2779
Voice·
Alternate Program Phone
877-746-0829
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Primary Program Phone
Website
https://dcfs.illinois.govLanguages
None
Application process
Call for assistance
Documents Required: None
Fees
No fee
Service area
All ZIP Codes, IL
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.
Last assured
04/16/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES DCFS
Child welfare agency. Offers various child and family protection programs and hotlines