Who We Are
A free, voluntary year-round program provided by Regional Office of Education #3 and funded by the Early Childhood Division of the Illinois State Board of Education. Parents As Teachers Model Affiliate - PAT Research based program that gives you information to be your child's first and most important teacher. Interested in joining our program? Fill out this form and a staff member will
contact you. https://cloud.roe3.org/vecms5/contactus/
Hillsboro Office:
203 S. Hillsboro, IL 62049
Phone: 217-532-9605
Fax: 217-532-5756
Taylorville Office:
210 S. Webster St. Taylorville, IL 62568
Phone: 217-824-3401
Fax: 217-824-2464
Vandalia Office:
1500 W. Jefferson St. Vandalia, IL 62471
Phone: 618-283-5011
Fax: 618-283-5013
Who We Serve
1. Qualifying families in Christian, Montgomery, and Fayette counties
2. Expectant Parents
3. Families with children birth to 3 years old
4. Parents who wish to improve their family well-being
What we Do
Personal Visits:
- Schedule weekly personal visits in your home
- Provide developmentally appropriate activities for you and your child
- Provide a free monthly book to share with your child
- Provide information, support, and encouragement
- Help set and meet goals for your and your family
- Prepare and transition your child to a 3-5 year old program
Group Connections:
- Provide monthly group connection meetings which offer educational, family fun and meeting other Learning Express families
Screening:
- Provide free developmental screenings including hearing and vision
- Provide helpful information on your child’s many needs during each stage of growth
Resource Networking:
- Connect your family to local, community resources
Interested in our program? Contact director Erin Hoffman at 618-283-5011 or via email at [email protected]
