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Working Families Can
Afford Child Care!

Child Care Funding
410-853-3989

Childcare funding is a Purchase of Care (POC) program that assists eligible families living in Baltimore County with childcare costs while parents work, attend school, or training.

Questions and Answers

1. What is a co-pay and what happens if I don't pay it?

The co-pay is you part of the payment to your provider. You must pay the co-pay in order to continue to receive vouchers.

2. How do I find licensed care?

Call Child Locate at 410-288-5600 or visit the web site for the Maryland Committee for Children.

3. How do I file for Child Support?

Call Baltimore County Child Support Office at 1-800-332-6347.

4. How long does the application process take?

It can take up to 30 days. However, if you have sent in all your information with a signed, completed application, it can lessen the amount of time taken to complete your application.

Income Guidelines

You could be eligible if you meet the following income guidelines:

Family of:

Maximum Household Income

 

2

$24,277

3

$29,990

4

$35,702

5

$41,414

6

$47,127

A disregard of $5,000 will be subtracted from the annual household income for minor teen parents and caretaker relatives.

Application Tips

Child Care Funding is:

The Application Process:

Check List for Complete Application:

Parent Responsibilities

Voucher Tips

How to Reach Us

Towson - 410-853-3989
6401 York Road
Towson, MD 21212

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Revised August 14, 2006


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