Child Care Subsidy Unit
Provides subsidies to employed persons for the cost of day care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years in certified day care homes, day care centers, group homes, or acceptable informal providers.
Program Information
Eligibility
Families with income less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level
Application Process
Call or walk-in for information and application or on line at mybenefits.ny.gov
Required Documentation
Picture ID, birth certificates, social security cards, divorce, separation, or custody papers (if applicable), and proof of income
Fees
Pay 1% of cost; call for information
Service Area
Albany County
Languages
Language Line available, Spanish
Contact Info
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Business Line
Website:
https://www.albanycounty.com/departments/social-services/child-care-subsidy-program
Address:
162 Washington AvenueAlbany NY 12210
Accessibility:
Fully Accessible
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