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1. Can a teen parent apply for subsidized child care?

If you are a teen parent and need child care help in order to complete your high school education, you are probably eligible for the subsidized child care program. For more details, please contact us at 610-278-3707.

2. Can a foster parent apply for subsidized child care?

A foster parent can apply for subsidized child care for a foster child placed under their care. The foster parent's eligibility will not be evaluated relative to income criteria, however the non-financial eligibility requirements must be met. Foster children do not get any priority as to the receipt of funding and could be placed on a waiting list if funding is not available at the time of application. For more details, please contact us at 610-278-3707.

3. How quickly will I get child care assistance?

It is important to note that although you may be determined eligible for subsidy, there is no guarantee that funds will be immediately available to assist you. You will be notified whether subsidized child care will be approved immediately or whether you will be placed on a waiting list until funding becomes available. For more details, please contact us at 610-278-3707.

4. What are the child care options available to me?

You can choose to use any child care provider who meets your needs, is considered legal under Pennsylvania Department of Human Services rules, and who is willing to sign a payment agreement with the Child Care Information Service of Montgomery County. Types of Available Child Care ...

5. What will I have to pay for subsidized child care?

Once your children are enrolled in the subsidized child care program, you must pay a part of the total weekly cost of child care. This is called a co-payment. Your co-payment is based on your gross family income and family size and will be shown on the notice concerning your eligibility. You are responsible for paying your co-payment each week, plus any additional fees charged by your child care provider.

Additional fees can include charges for: registration, transportation, field trips, meals and lateness. Your child care provider can also charge you for the difference between the maximum amount the Child Care Information Service of Montgomery County (CCIS) can pay them and their full rate, if it is higher. You should be sure to ask your child care provider, before signing an agreement, if there will be any additional fees you will have to pay in addition to the CCIS assigned co-payment. If you have additional questions regarding subsidized child care, please call 800-281-1116.