Early Childhood Regional Needs Assessment
Between February and May 2024, Regional staff led discussions with their Council members about the Mental and Behavioral Health services, supports, and resources available in their communities. Caregivers across the State reported frustration with the lack of Mental and Behavioral Health services, long waitlists to access available supports, and a lack of awareness of what resources are available in their Region. Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) providers discussed the need for training on how to better support the Mental and Behavioral Health needs of children and families. They want more resources to address and improve their own Mental Health needs as well. In this report you will find data and stories from families about the challenges and successes they have had accessing Mental and Behavioral Health services. You will also hear from ECEC providers about their experiences providing these services to young children and their families. We invite you to use this information to understand the needs of your Region, advocate for services, secure additional funding, bring awareness to available ECEC resources, and better support the caregivers, families, and ECEC providers in your community
Resource Date:
July 9, 2024
Location:
DuPage (County)
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