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Community Child Care Connection is a regional agency based in Springfield, Illinois, dedicated to increasing access to high-quality, affordable childcare and education for families across several local counties. By housing the Child Care Assistance Program, the agency aids parents and guardians in finding safe and reliable childcare options while also providing vital resources and training for childcare providers. Recognized as a leader and catalyst in the community, Community Child Care Connection serves the counties of Christian, Logan, Macoupin, Mason, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon, and Scott. Its mission encompasses supporting both parents in their search for quality care and enhancing the capabilities of childcare providers through an array of training and development resources. Generated from the website

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Illinois Capital Region ( BBBS ) was organized and incorporated in 1972. A group of ten members of the community recognized a need for a mentoring program that focused on positive youth development. During the first year of the organization, 50 children were matched with positive adult mentors ( Big Brothers and Big Sisters ). During the first two years, the program was run strictly by volunteers, many of whom worked out of their own homes. In 1976, BBBS hired its first Executive Director, Debra Beard, who served the agency for nearly 30 years. In 1999, after identifying the need for mentoring services in Christian County, Big Brothers Big Sisters expanded its services to include Christian County, and an office opened in Taylorville. In January 2007, the agency began serving children in Montgomery County. The agency's current Executive Director, Chris Hembrough began July 2007.Big Brothers Big Sisters offers one-to-one mentoring relationships to children who have been referred to us, either by a parent or a teacher. We serve children in Sangamon, Christian, Macoupin and Montgomery Counties through both the Community-Based and School-Based Mentoring programs. In 2008, BBBS served 875 children through our mentoring programs.As we continue to serve more children and make an impact in our community, we will serve these children as we always have--one child at a time.

Illinois Assistive Technology Program is dedicated to providing a wide range of assistive technology services and information to support individuals with disabilities. From offering assistance and information to allowing individuals to try out various devices, the program aims to enhance accessibility and independence. With initiatives like the IATP Makers program, Smart Home technology, and Tech Kitchen, the organization strives to innovate and create solutions that cater to diverse needs. Additionally, through education and training programs, Illinois Assistive Technology Program fosters advocacy and empowers individuals to make informed choices about assistive technology. Generated from the website content