Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side)

Category: Child care agency in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 1340 S Damen Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Phone: +13128231100

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30AM–3PM

Tuesday: 8:30AM–3PM

Wednesday: 8:30AM–3PM

Thursday: 8:30AM–3PM

Friday: 8:30AM–3PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Shukurat Lawal

Mar 1, 2022

If am able to give 0 review, I will. Case redetermination was due since November 2021, I've sent multiple applications as early as Feb,13 and still, they keeps requesting for the same info all over again. Called several times, no luck to speak with an agent. IAFC phone is always being cut off due to "high call volume" even in the morning. All office are closed, no walk-in, no phone appointment available till April 6th. It's so frustrating, they're just paying staffs for not doing their damn job, a robot will handle this better. Email given failure notice, I hope someone will reach back on this issue.

Chelsea Ray

Dec 1, 2021

Can you guys please reach out. I have been waiting 14 business days to receive a form that I have to fill out because it says I have more than one provider. The system never sent out the letter. I can’t email I can’t put my case number on …

Karina Mayorga

Sep 9, 2021

The communication from your office is dreadful. Everyone that I spoke to sounded like they didn’t care much about what I was saying and just advised me to call back. Horrible customer service! Even when you ask to speak to a supervisor they …

Karina Mayorga

Aug 27, 2021

The communication from your office is dreadful. Everyone that I spoke to sounded like they didn’t care much about what I was saying and just advised me to call back. Horrible customer service! Even when you ask to speak to a supervisor they don’t pass you through to one. The turn around time for this is horrible and the department lacks communication. If you call in be prepared to wait for a long period of time then be disconnected. Yesterday I scheduled an appointment and never got a call. Hopefully someone from their office reads this.

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Questions & Answers

What site can I go to sign up for C.P.R

Haleyyy Green | Dec 8, 2018
Nikcole Smith | Dec 9, 2018

What site can I go to sign up for c.p.r

How much will child care pay for babysitting a 4 month old baby monthly a estimate if not a accurate amount.

Serita Tarbor | Dec 8, 2018
K D | Dec 9, 2018

If your not licensed it's about $8 a day for part time, and $16 for full time. Full time is when they approve you for more than 5 hours a day.

What site to go to sign up for c p r classes

Cynthia Swan | Dec 8, 2019
Mary Givens | Dec 9, 2019

when do the checks come out for nov. if they were mailed out dec 27

HOW LONG DOSE IT TAKE TO HEAR BACK FROM CHILDCARE IF YOU DID A CHANGE OF PROVIDER

Naomi Carter | Dec 8, 2018
Rocio I. Cabrera | Dec 9, 2018

Hello Around 2 weeks

Why are you closed on Wednesday? Because all the flyer hung up on the DHS OFFICES and most agencies say your open. I don't understand how that is. Do you still answer any questions during that time? Are your clients still able to receive help if need

Tamika Powell | Dec 8, 2018
Isis Johnson | Dec 9, 2018

I believe one day they phone calls only another day by appointments only it's all around better to show up on a Monday period b 4 3 pm

If the other coarses are completed and the cpr class isnt what will happen

Cortesha Marban | Dec 8, 2017
Cosmic_peach | Dec 9, 2017

I think you have 90 days from the date of being approved to complete it or they will cancel your case

how long for you to get payment after sending the certificate

Isabel Rivera | Dec 8, 2019
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 9, 2019

Hi Isabel- It normally takes about three weeks to receive a payment after you submit your certificate to Illinois Action for Children. There are a number reasons why a child care provider's payment could be delayed and take longer than three weeks. If you have additional questions, please contact or visit us: https://www.actforchildren.org/contact-or-visit-us/ Thank you- Illinois Action for Children

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Why do the office be closed on Wednesdays

T Jackson | Dec 8, 2018
Kasim Phillips | Dec 9, 2018

I believe to process paperwork

Can i mail or fax my action for children forms?

Lourdes Cuevas | Dec 8, 2018
Carmen Lopez | Dec 9, 2018

Recommend to go in person but if anything there's a Dropbox

Can I go in on Friday just to leave some papers that I missed to give in. ???

Aide Salgado | Dec 8, 2018
Carmen Lopez | Dec 9, 2018

You can but the office is closed. You have to put your papers in a drop box

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If I do online schooling will action for children cover daycare cost

Alicia Vasquez | Dec 8, 2018
Nancy Acevedo | Dec 9, 2018

Not sure you call their toll free number. Dont wanna give wrong reply

If my child get survival benefits income but I'm not working right can I still apply for using that income please help

Michelle Howard | Dec 8, 2018
K D | Dec 9, 2018

No. You have to be working or in school to qualify.

How can I be a licensed home care provider?

Jana Cole | Jun 10, 2021
Brittney Carter | Jun 11, 2021

You have to be licensed by DCFS. Call the office located at 1911 S. Indiana Ave. Chicago, IL. They will transfer you to licensing and they'll help you get started.

what time the drop box for your redetermanation forms close

linnette murdock | Dec 7, 2020
Juan Martinez | Dec 8, 2020

Available 24 hours, and if you want your docs stamped for a particular day, I believe they have to be dropped off by 3-3:30pm

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What do we do if no longer working for a client.

Robin Gates | Dec 7, 2020
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 8, 2020

Hi Robin. Thank you for the question. Will you please provide a bit more details as to what you are inquiring about? We are not sure what information you are looking for. Thanks

A daycare my child does not attend filled out redetermination forms on my behalf with out my consent And is receiving money as if he attends the daycare. He is going to first grade. Is there a email or some way to contact someone about this?

Jay John | Nov 7, 2021
Nyaika Beverly | Nov 8, 2021

Call action for children directly. And /or maybe you can call the Better business bureau and report it. I would say call both places.. or can always call either 311 or 411 and ask them for some help

Residents permanent can apply for Action for Children?

Elizabeth Guitron | Dec 7, 2020
Jemilah Senter | Dec 8, 2020

Hello- residents of Cook County, Illinois can apply for the Illinois Department of Human Services Child Care Assistance Program through Illinois Action for Children. Visit Www.actforchildren.org/appts for hours and location information. Thank you!

What are the walk in hours for this location?

Sherry Rodriguez | Dec 8, 2019
Miche Caple | Dec 9, 2019

Tuesday walk in hours are 10a - 5:30p at Damen location. Monday and Thursday hours are 8:30a - 3p. Closed Wednesday. Fridays appointment only.

Are they taking walk ins today

Nyaika Beverly | Dec 8, 2019
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 9, 2019

Hello- Yes, we are taking walk-in's today (Tuesday). You can view our hours here: https://www.actforchildren.org/contact-or-visit-us/ If you'd like to schedule an appointment, you can do that here: https://www.actforchildren.org/appts/ I hope that helps. Best, Illinois Action for Children

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How do you reinstate a child care provider you had before?

Evelyn Johnson | Dec 8, 2019
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 9, 2019

Hi Evelyn- Please complete a change of provider form to reinstate your previous provider. You can learn how to get the form here: https://www.actforchildren.org/for-families/paying-for-child-care/ccap-forms/ Thank you! Illinois Action for Children

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Hi, I'm trying to please get a general fax number to a dupage county I have moved an dont know where to send my application? Pleas advise.

Angie Zam | Dec 8, 2019
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 9, 2019

Hi Angie- For DuPage County, paperwork can be faxed to: 630-629-7801 Additional information can be found here: https://ywcachicago.org/our-work/family-support-services/child-care-assistance-program/

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What do I need to bring to to sign up for child care

David Magana | Dec 8, 2019
Msracine M | Dec 9, 2019

For parents : current Illinois state ID or drivers license, 2 most recent back to back checkstubs or school schedule to complete the application along with your babysitter. Can take application home if babysitter can't come with you. Provider needs current Illinois state ID or drivers license.

Can i pick up the child care application and leave? Or would i have to wait for it all day?

Joselyn Ariza | Dec 8, 2019
Kasim Phillips | Dec 9, 2019

Yes you can pickup and leave

How do I check my status online?

patience ben-agabi | Dec 8, 2019
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 9, 2019

Hi Patience- Unfortunately, the IDHS CCAP system does not include a way for clients to check their status online. You can call 312.823.1100 and follow the prompts. Thank you.

what is your fax number there

Keyonna Conway | Dec 8, 2019
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 9, 2019

Hello. The fax number is: 312.823.1200

What is the FAX number for the Damen location?

Phyllis Bulger | Dec 8, 2019
Illinois Action for Children - Damen (Central/West Side) (Owner) | Dec 9, 2019

Hello. Here is the fax number: 312.823.1200. Thank you.

Will child care intiative be open tomorrow

Evelyn Johnson | Dec 8, 2019
Debra Williamson | Dec 9, 2019

Not for the public.

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Where can I get information for child care for over the age of 13 and disabled?

Anabel Romero | Dec 8, 2019
Rocio I. Cabrera | Dec 9, 2019

Call DCFS

Asking how do u get ur w2 for to file yr taxes

Erica Bowser | Dec 8, 2019
Mongkhon Sapphachot | Dec 9, 2019

It was handed to me at work by my supervisor. Thanks.

Where is parking for this place

Cass Sanchez | Dec 8, 2019
Gloria West | Dec 9, 2019

Parking is located at the rear of the second parking lot

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it been a month and i havent heard anything

Coraty Balderos | Dec 8, 2019
Rocio I. Cabrera | Dec 9, 2019

Hello,please wait

how long do it take to kno if you are approve for childcare

Coraty Balderos | Dec 8, 2019
Kasim Phillips | Dec 9, 2019

They should be able to tell you while you're there in the office but the letter takes a while

What how many hours are considered part time hours for child care for school aged children who attend school until 4 pm

Brittany Hicks | Dec 8, 2018
Kasim Phillips | Dec 9, 2018

The most is 32

Where do i go

Wanda White | Dec 8, 2018
Aysja Watson | Dec 9, 2018

1340 s Damem 3 floor

How many hours do I need to work in order to get approved for full time

Erickawv Johnson | Dec 8, 2018
Rocio I. Cabrera | Dec 9, 2018

For part-time 25 hrs / week Full time 35 to 40 hrs for week

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How can I cancel my child care

Gail Bullock | Dec 8, 2018
Carmen Lopez | Dec 9, 2018

I think you need to go in person and ask what they need to cancel your case

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I would like to speak to a manager from the Damen location. I called several times and spoke to the same woman and she refused to let me speak to a manager. I even heard her and another woman laughing in the background

Brandy Jamerson | Dec 8, 2018
Nancy Acevedo | Dec 9, 2018

I would go in person

Does my mother have to sign up for training and cpr if she’s watching my children( her grandchildren)

Shelby Hummel | Dec 8, 2018
Nancy Acevedo | Dec 9, 2018

You have till sept to do it. Yes or theyll stop payments plus she'll get paid more

I want to know if u become unable to work can u file for unemployment insurance from Action for children

Maria Nelson | Aug 9, 2021
Annette Muniz | Aug 10, 2021

Apply for unemployment if client gets laid off?

How do i go about setting a appointment for tomorrow to talk to someone website pls

Latoya Phillips | Dec 8, 2018
Kasim Phillips | Dec 9, 2018

I would say call them to set-up a appointment for tomorrow call today they do take walk ins

Do you guys sponsor Visa for the staff?

harish reddy | Dec 8, 2018
Harish Reddy | Dec 9, 2018

Thanks Natanais but I heard that according to the Illinois action for policy they can sponsor h1 visa for the employees, are you sure?

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My mother never received her tax paper to do her taxes. How can she get a hold of them...

Daisy Avila | Dec 8, 2018
bibi lega | Dec 9, 2018

Call the Springfield office they handled. That

Can I call Springfield about a mail issue with the childcare checks

joni bird | Dec 8, 2018
K D | Dec 9, 2018

Yes. But try calling Action for Children first, they may be able to contact Springfield for you.

When do they send out the checks

Bernice Diaz | Dec 8, 2018
K D | Dec 9, 2018

Depends. Each month is different. Call and they can tell you date for that month.

How can I get my w2

Eyad Imad | Dec 8, 2018
bibi lega | Dec 9, 2018

From The State of Illinois sringfield usually they go out after the 26 January

I do home care do the person I take care of fill out the wages verification from or the people's I turns my time sheet in to

Eboni Feltus | Dec 8, 2018
D Turner | Dec 9, 2018

The Parent's Employer has to complete the Wage Verification form and People you turn the form into would be IL Action for Children. ALWAYS KEEP COPIES OF EVERYTHING YOU GIVE ANYONE!

If I’m using the Dropbox do I just put Illinois action for children on the envelope?

Kelly Haynes | Dec 8, 2018
K D | Dec 9, 2018

Yes

To find the form to change provider. Where can I find it online

Geonny Samon | Dec 8, 2017
bibi lega | Dec 9, 2017

Go to Google and ask for provider change form pdf in your State

Can I have some to pick me up a childcare application.

Candice Fleming | Dec 8, 2018
K D | Dec 9, 2018

A blank one? Yes, anyone can.

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