Head Start | Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA)

416 South 17th, Mattoon, IL 61938

Eligibility

Open to Preschool children ages 3-5, must meet income requirements, living with a foster family, homeless, or receiving public aid

Required documents

Birth certificate, Social Security number for child, birth dates for entire household, immunization record, medical card, proof of annual income

(217) 961-0831

Voice·

Main Phone

Websitehttps://www.erbainc.org/head-start/

Application process

Call to set up an appointment

Fees

None

Service area

Richland County, IL Lawrence County, IL Jasper County, IL Edgar County, IL Cumberland County, IL Crawford County, IL Coles County, IL Clark County, IL

Provides educational and health services to children of primarily low-income families. The children receive nutritious meals, breakfast and snacks. Parents are involved in program planning, operating activities, and are eligible to receive cash incentives for completing a GED.

Date of Last Formal Update

04/25/2025

What's Here

Early Childhood Education

Providing organization

Embarras River Basin Agency (ERBA)

Provides critical support programs for those in need.