CHILDREN, YOUTH
AND FAMILY SERVICES
PROGRAMS & SERVICES.
As a community action agency, we recognize the results that can be achieved when every facet of the community voluntarily joins together in a partnership to address common concerns.
Listed below are all of the programs that PLCCA provides under the umbrella of the Children, Youth and Family Services Division.
Debra Ann Porter Childcare Center
The center enhances the childcare experience for low-income families to help revitalize the economy and create stable employment for low-income families. This center is dedicated in memory of the late Debra Ann Porter. (Daughter of Bishop Dr. Porter and Earnestine Porter.)
Hours of Operations:
6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
The center serves children up to the age 12.
Early Head Start (0-3)
Head Start (3-5)
A federally funded, comprehensive child development program for families within the income guidelines.
Early Head Start Child Care Partnership
(EHS-CCP)
We are a federally funded full-day and full year family and centered based early care education program for low-income infants and toddlers ages 0-3. If you are looking for daycare, we have partnered with child care centers in Bellwood, Maywood and Melrose Park. PLCCA is the grantee for this partnership.
Joseph P. Abruzino Kidz N' Klubs Golf Academy (KNK)
A summer program that provides minority, handicapped, economically disadvantaged and at-risk youth (ages 8-17) from Proviso Township with the opportunity to participate in a positive, enjoyable and discipline game of golf. The program will enhance their knowledge and skills, build their self-esteem, self-control, and self-motivation.
CEDA - Women, Infant, and Children (WIC)
CEDA WIC is a supplemental food program providing nutritional education and free food vouchers to pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as infants and children up to their fifth birthday.
Opportunity
WORKS
A program that places young adults (ages 16-24) in subsidized internships, exposes them to viable careers, expands their skill sets and connects them to the training and resources they need to achieve long-term employment in growing industries.
From 6 Weeks Old to Kindergarten — Thank You, PLCCA
Hello,
I hope this email finds you well. With this week being Teacher Appreciation Week, I find it fitting to take a moment to express my deep appreciation for the outstanding work of Ms. Charlotte Ellison and PLCCA.
My son has been in Ms. Ellison’s classroom for the past two years, and I can honestly say she has met my son with such genuine, intentional care, understanding, patience, and support. I am incredibly appreciative of all that she does.
Every time I enter her classroom, it is clear how much love and thought she pours into the children. She is always finding creative ways to support their learning, keep the classroom colorful and engaging, and help the children navigate their feelings, communication, and development. She creates an environment that feels safe, warm, and supportive, and that has meant so much to me as a parent.
As my son prepares to leave PLCCA and venture into his next step of kindergarten, I have to express my utmost gratitude to Ms. Ellison for the role she has played in his growth and development.
I would also be remiss if I did not take a moment to acknowledge PLCCA as a whole. PLCCA has poured into the growth and support of my son ever since he began there at just 6 weeks old. Through PLCCA, my son received early intervention support — an idea first introduced to me there — and our family has been provided with essential, meaningful, and resourceful information that continues to support me as a parent today.
I have truly appreciated the activities, guidance, and support provided through the Family Service Workers that encouraged me to continue learning, engaging, and growing alongside my son. PLCCA has been more than just a school or program for us — it has been a foundation of support, care, and encouragement during some of the most important developmental years of my son’s life.
Thank you, Ms. Ellison, for pouring into my son so deeply that he knows he is cared for, valued, and supported.
And thank you, PLCCA, for being such an amazing space within this community and for continuously pouring into children and families with love and intention.
Our family will forever be grateful.
Best Regards,
Jasmine Johnson, MSW
