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Child Care Assistance
The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) helps families to pay for child care while they are working or attending school. Eligibility depends on the age of children, family income, and your schedule.
Contact your local Child Care Resource and Referral Agency open_in_newCheck to see if your family is eligible for benefits.
| Family size | Max monthly income |
|---|---|
| 2 people | $3,966 |
| 3 people | $4,997 |
| 4 people | $6,028 |
| 5 people | $7,059 |
| 6 people | $8,091 |
Income guidelines as of July 1, 2025. Benefit amounts are based on household size, income, and work or school schedules.
Use our eligibility calculator to check your estimated co-pay.
Gather your documents
You may be asked to submit documents to verify the following information on your application, such as:
Are you a child care provider?
Complete a family's application by responding to their care request.
