Financial Assistance,
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Answer a few simple questions to help us identify childcare assistance programs that may fit your family's needs. It's free to explore, and you don't need to know which programs to look for.
Which county do you live in?
Available assistance programs and application resources may vary by county.
How old is the child who needs care?
Choose the age of the child needing childcare assistance.
How many people are in your household?
Count yourself, your spouse/partner, and dependents living with you.
What is your approximate total monthly household income before taxes?
This helps us identify programs worth exploring. Your answer does not determine eligibility.
Which best describes your current situation?
This helps confirm eligibility for specific state and local funding streams.
Are you currently receiving, or have you previously received, CalWORKs benefits?
CalWORKs is California's cash assistance program for eligible families. Your answer helps us identify additional childcare assistance options.
Your Childcare Assistance Guide
Based on your answers, here are childcare assistance programs and resources worth exploring. Each program determines eligibility and funding availability.
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Local Childcare Resources
These programs are suggested based on your answers and are a starting point for exploring childcare assistance. Eligibility depends on each program's requirements, including income, your child's exact age, and available funding. The program provider will confirm whether your family qualifies.
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