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Overview | Frequently Asked Questions
CHILD CARE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2010:
Due to reductions in funding for child care financial assistance, applications for the Supplemental Child Care Program are not being accepted. We will seek to find other sources of funding to help meet the needs of our community. A notice will be posted when this status changes.
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.
For more information on the SCCP program, please see our fact sheet.
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?
A family must meet all five requirements listed below in order to be eligible for Childcare Resources' Supplemental Child Care Program (SCCP).
Financial Assistance Eligibility Requirements:
1. You MUST live in our service area - Blount, Jefferson, Shelby or Walker counties.
2. You MUST (and your spouse/partner) be working at least 35 hours per week.
3. You MUST NOT be receiving child care assistance from DHR.
4. You MUST be applying ONLY for children up to 5 years of age (until eligible to start kindergarten).
5. You MUST, according to your family size, fall within our Annual Income Eligibility Scale.
Annual Income Eligibility Scale
| FAMILY SIZE |
SCCP MINIMUM
ANNUAL INCOME |
SCCP MAXIMUM
ANNUAL INCOME |
| 2 |
$18,937 |
$35,316 |
| 3 |
$23,809 |
$39,744 |
| 4 |
$28,669 |
$44,172 |
| 5 |
$33,529 |
$47,682 |
| 6 |
$38,389 |
$51,192 |
| 7 |
$43,249 |
$54,756 |
| 8+ |
$48,109 |
$58,266 |
Who Is Counted In Family Size?
A family consists of an a parent/guardian, his/her 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, SSI, SSA, etc.)
- All dividend and interest income.
- All alimony and child support payments.
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
Do not fax form. Original signed copy must be submitted.
Financial Assistance Application:
English Version
Adobe Reader is required to view these pdf documents.
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 ext. 302.
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