Is a child care subsidy program for eligible families. Applications are available from the Department of Social Services. Complete the application and have a brief interview. Families need to meet income guidelines and be willing to pursue child support. Income is earnings, child support, Social Security benefits, cash assistance payments, etc.
Gross income is computed to a yearly figure and compared to the maximum income for household size.
Purchase of Child Care is able to subsidize child care payments for licensed homes, centers, and informal arrangements. If you are not familiar with child care providers in your area a referral to Child Care Choices is available. Once a family is found eligible, POC vouchers will be issued. The vouchers are taken to your selected provider to sign and return to the Department. Once the month has ended, the provider will invoice the Department for payment.