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JUMPSTART

Giving families a Jump Start into a bright future.

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FAQ

Your questions are so important to us. Here are some of the questions we hear most often: How much does...

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Events

Jumpstart hosts a variety of events and field trips including Parent Cafe groups, pumpkin farm trips, holiday events, and a...

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Enroll

Ready to enroll in the Jumpstart program? Just fill out the enrollment form below and a home visitor will contact...

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Partner Agencies

Easterseals Jumpstart works together with other area agencies to make sure our families can access all of the services they...

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What is Jumpstart?

Know Who We Are

Jumpstart is a free home visiting program through Easterseals, Joliet Region. Our mission is to provide caregiver coaching to families of children prenatal to three years of age in Will, Grundy, Kendall, Kankakee, Iroquois, and Ford Counties so that all children develop a strong foundation for learning. Our hope is...

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Upcoming Events

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  • Parent Cafe | Cafe de Padres

    Parent Cafe | Cafe de Padres

    April 21, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    1025 N Washington Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

    Join us for an event in connection with Jumpstart, Project Sun, and YMCA!
    Connect, share, and learn from other parents and caregivers in a safe and supportive environment. Join our in-person Cafe to discuss challenges, celebrate successes and develop strategies for keeping families strong. Location: Kankakee Area YMCA Childcare Center

    ¡Únase a nosotros en un evento relacionado con Jumpstart, Project Sun y YMCA!
    Conéctese, comparta y aprenda de otros padres y cuidadores en un entorno seguro y de apoyo. Únase a nuestro Café presencial para conversar sobre los desafíos, celebrar los éxitos y desarrollar estrategias para fortalecer a las familias. Ubicación: Centro de Cuidado Infantil YMCA del Área de Kankakee

    More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DUEhUntWV/

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  • WCCCC Community Fun Fair

    WCCCC Community Fun Fair

    April 25, 2026  10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    2455 Glenwood Ave., Joliet

    Come by our table at the WCCCC Community Fun Fair!
    If you're a Jumpstart participant, stop by our table to say hello and sign in with us so you get group participation!
    If you're interested in getting more information about Jumpstart, stop by to say hello and we'll give you all the information you need!
    ¡Pasa por nuestra mesa en la Feria de Diversiones Comunitarias del WCCCC!
    Si participas en Jumpstart, pásate por nuestra mesa para saludarnos y registrarte con nosotros para participar en grupo.
    Si te interesa obtener más información sobre Jumpstart, pásate por aquí y te daremos toda la información que necesitas

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  • Lapsit @ Easterseals

    Lapsit @ Easterseals

    April 27, 2026  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    212 Barney Dr. Joliet

    Join us for: 
    A book Reading 
    Songs 
    Meeting Other Families 
    Snack 
    Child Development Information 

    Únase a nosotros para: 
    Una lectura de libros 
    Canciones 
    Conocer a otras familias 
    Merienda 
    Información sobre el desarrollo infantil

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Hours & Info

212 Barney Dr.
Joliet, IL 60435
815-725-2194
Monday-Friday: 7:30am-5:30pm

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  • About
    ▼
    • What is Jumpstart?
    • FAQ
  • Contact
    ▼
    • Locations
    • Contact Us
  • Enroll
  • Community Screenings
  • Careers
  • Community Resources