There are three methods of dispute resolution available in Illinois. These are:
If a parent, provider or any other stakeholder expresses a desire to file a State Complaint, request Mediation and/or request a due process hearing, the CFC shall provide the appropriate form. Forms for State Complaints, Mediations and Due Process Hearings can be downloaded from the EI Clearinghouse website at: http://www.eiclearinghouse.org/resources.html. The parent shall also be given The State of Illinois Infant/Toddler & Family Rights under IDEA for the Early Intervention System booklet if the parent does not have a copy.
Time periods set forth herein are in calendar days unless otherwise specified.
Rev. 11/01/2015
Illinois Department of Human ServicesJB Pritzker, Governor · Dulce M. Quintero, Secretary Designate
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