Child Care Alternative Payment Program
Provided by Children's Resource & Referral Of Santa Barbara County
Descriptions
Provides struggling families financial assistance for child care. Is funded by the State of California. Reimburses the child care costs. A "need" must be identified such as;
- Work
- School
- Job seeking
- Another approved activity identified in the California Education Code
Eligibility
The Alternative Payment Program (APP), funded by Department of Social Services, offers financial assistance for parents needing child care. The APP helps families arrange child care services and makes payments for those services directly to the child care provider selected by the family. The APP is intended to increase parental choice and accommodate the individual needs of the family. Recipients of this program are based on income and need.
Need and Eligibility Requirements:
Need verification is a requirement for participation in any of the subsidy programs which means that the family is income-eligible and has a documented, independent verifiable need of Child Care services. If there is a verified need, staff will assist parents in determining their eligibility status and the appropriate placement for their children in any of the following programs. The parent(s) shall document total countable income for all the individuals counted in the family size.
Need may be any of the following:
Employment that precludes the supervision of children.
Seeking employment.
Vocational training leading directly to a recognized trade, para-profession, or profession.
Homeless and seeking housing.
Incapacitated as verified by a legally qualified professional.
Child Welfare Services verified by a legally qualified professional.
Application Process
A family applies to CRR for a subsidized child care payment program.
If the family qualifies, they complete the enrollment process.
The family chooses a child care provider.
CRR reimburses the provider on behalf of the family.
Documents
Proof of income, Proof of Residency, Identification of adults in home, birth certificates for all children in home
Fees
Sliding scale
Languages Offered
English, Spanish
Service Areas
- Santa Barbara County
Phone
| (805) 963-6631 | Phone |
| (805) 925-7071 | Phone |
Hours
Mon 8am - 5pm;
Tue 8am - 5pm;
Wed 8am - 5pm;
Thu 8am - 5pm;
Fri 8am - 5pm;
Website
Address
4141 State Street, Suite A3.1, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110
Disabilities Access
Potential limitations to access - call for details.
Address
4141 State Street, Suite A3.1, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110
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