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HEAD START | COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY FOR MCHENRY COUNTY - HEAD START

Administers Head Start, a comprehensive developmental preschool program for children. At the three center locations throughout McHenry County, open enrollment is available at any time and emphasis is on school readiness.

Also provided the following classes, parent training, health and dental screening, social services and a nutrition program.

Transportation may be available in certain areas For qualifying families.

Date of Last Formal Update

09/22/2025

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211 Nebraska

Physical Address

76 West Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Hours

Mon 8 am - 3 pm; Tue 8 am - 3 pm; Wed 8 am - 3 pm; Thu 8 am - 3 pm; Fri 8 am - 3 pm;

Application process

Community agencies can refer anytime by phone or email, families can self-refer by phone or visit during business hours, enrollment application packets can be mailed or picked up at the office

Fee

None

Required documents

Contact for details

Eligibility

Open to children ages 3-5 from income eligible families, also foster children, homeless children, and SNAP Recipients

Languages

English

Service area

Mchenry County, Illinois

Agency info

COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY FOR MCHENRY COUNTY - HEAD START

Administers Head Start, a comprehensive developmental preschool program for children.