WHO QUALIFIES FOR THE VARIOUS TYPES OF CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE OFFERED THROUGH TUSCARAWAS COUNTY JOB & FAMILY SERVICES?
Ohio Works First (OWF) Child Care
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For anyone currently receiving Cash Assistance through the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
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Transitional Child Care
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For anyone transitioning from Cash Assistance to the work force
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LEAP Child Care
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Employment Child Care
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For parents who are actively employed
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Education and Training Child Care
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For parents who are actively seeking further education or training
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Protective Child Care
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For parents who currently have a case plan with Children Services
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Special Needs Child Care
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For parents who have a child with special needs
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To determine eligibility, a parent must meet guidelines set forth for the specified child care program.
The parent must also meet income eligibility requirements.
How Do I Apply For Assistance?
If you are in need of child care or know someone that is, call Tuscarawas County Job & Family Services at (330) 339-7791 and ask for the Child Care Unit. You will be able to set up an appointment with a child care case manager. An application for child care will need to be completed during the interview. Be sure to ask the case manager what items you will need to bring with you the day of the interview.
Important Information
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The parent is responsible for paying a co-pay each month to the provider. The co-pay is based on your gross income and the size of your family.
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The agency offers a list of Type B child care providers certified by Tuscarawas County Job & Family Services and a listing of state-licensed child care centers.
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It is strongly suggested that parents interview the providers before sending their child.
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Child care information can be accessed at the following Internet web site:http://jfs.ohio.gov/cdc/
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