Child Care Assistance

Could I be eligible?              

Family Size

Gross Monthly Income Initial Eligibility

2

$1,533

3

$1,931

4

$2,329

5

$2,726

6

$3,125


How do I apply?

  • Complete and submit the following application: (click here)
  • In person at our agency during regular business hours (Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
  • By mailing a completed application to 239 West Main Street, Lancaster, Ohio 43130
  • By dropping a completed application in the agency drop box located in the front of our building, open 24 hours
  • By faxing a completed application to 740-689-4848
What verifications are needed?
  • Proof of all income (employment, child support, disability, unemployment, etc)
  • Birth Certificates for all children needing care
  • Official school schedule
What happens after I submit my application?
  • Child Care applications are processed by a caseworker without a face-to-face appointment.
  • To receive child care assistance, you must use a licensed child care center or a certified family child care home. For more information on how to locate and chose quality child care click here
  • Once your child care application has been approved, your child will be authorized to receive child care while you are working or attending school.
*We are required to determine eligibility within 30 days of your application

If you are interested in becoming a certified family child care provider, please click here