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Overview | Frequently Asked Questions
For a fact sheet on the SCCP program, click here.
The Childcare Resources' Supplemental Child Care Program (SCCP) assists eligible parents with paying for the cost of child care. Based on a sliding scale related to family size and income, parents pay a portion of the cost of care and Childcare Resources pays the rest.
Families must live in our central Alabama service area of Blount, Jefferson, Shelby and Walker Counties and meet income requirements. Parents must meet the work requirements and need care for children 5 years old (until eligible to start kindergarten) or younger.
Parents can choose from any legally operating child care provider that meets DHR minimum standards and is willing to accept payment from Childcare Resources. Providers must register with Childcare Resources before they can begin receiving payment from Childcare Resources.
What Is Child Care Financial Aid?
Child Care Financial Aid or SCCP assists eligible parents with paying for the cost of child care. Based on the family's income, the parent pays a portion of the cost of care and Childcare Resources pays the rest.
Who Is Eligible for Financial Aid?
1. The family must reside in Jefferson, Shelby, Walker, or Blount County in Alabama.
2. Care must be needed for a child 5 years old (until eligible to start kindergarten) or younger. Care for a child age 13-18 can be awarded if physical or mental incapacity of the child is documented.
- SCCP requirements include employment for at least 35 hours per week and ineligibilty for DHR child care financial assistance. Child care assistance is not provided for school/training activities. Family income must fall between DHR and SCCP Maximum requirements.
Annual Income Eligibility Scale
| FAMILY SIZE |
SCCP MINIMUM
ANNUAL INCOME |
SCCP MAXIMUM
ANNUAL INCOME |
| 2 |
$16,681 |
$35,316 |
| 3 |
$20,917 |
$39,744 |
| 4 |
$25,153 |
$44,172 |
| 5 |
$29,389 |
$47,682 |
| 6 |
$33,637 |
$51,192 |
| 7 |
$37,873 |
$54,756 |
| 8+ |
$42,109 |
$58,266 |
Who Is Counted In Family Size?
A family consists of an adult, her or his spouse, and all their dependent children under 18 years of age (related by blood, marriage, adoption, or guardianship) who reside in the same household.
What Is Counted as Family Income?
- Gross income for all family members (regular income, tips, commissions, social security, etc.)
- All dividend and interest income.
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All alimony and child support payments.
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How Do I Apply for Financial Aid?
To apply for child care financial aid, print the application (PDF format), fill it out and SIGN it. Then mail the completed application to:
Childcare Resources
1904 First Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35203
Financial Assistance Application:
Click for English Version. Click for Spanish Version.
For instructions regarding PDFs, click here.
All applications will be processed within 30 days of the day we receive them. You will receive a letter notifying you of the status of your application. The letter will either
- tell you that you have been found eligible to be placed on the waiting list
- request more information to determine if you are eligible
- tell you that you are not eligible for assistance
If you do not receive a letter within 30 days of applying for SCCP assistance, please contact our office at 252-1991.
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