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πŸ§’ Head Start Program in Hickory Hills, Cook County, Illinois β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Hickory Hills residents

Free preschool programMax Benefit
1-866-763-6481Helpline
ILState
100% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Hickory Hills, Illinois
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Hickory Hills, Illinois
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4 in Hickory Hills: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-866-763-6481
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Hickory Hills residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Cook County Office
Visit offices near Hickory Hills. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Hickory Hills
  • Child birth certificate
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
  • Immunization records
❓ FAQs β€” Head Start Program in Hickory Hills
Who qualifies for Head Start Program in Hickory Hills, Illinois?
Residents of Hickory Hills, Cook County, Illinois with income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-866-763-6481.
How to apply for Head Start Program in Hickory Hills?
Apply online at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator, call 1-866-763-6481, or visit Cook County office.
Is there a Head Start Program office in Hickory Hills?
The nearest office is in Cook County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” Illinois Alerts 2026
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