Policy Effective: November 1, 2024

Employment Support Child Care (ESCC) provides Child Care subsidy payments for families who need child care for employment and/or approved education/training. See policy 330-2 for participation requirements.

Families earning more than 100% of the poverty level are subject to a sliding co-payment amount based on their income. See policy 620-3 for more information on the co-payment.

ESCC may be continued through the end of the 365-day certification period at the same level or higher for parents experiencing allowable temporary changes in their employment or education activities. See policy 210-10 Changes During 365-Day Certification Period .

The first month of the eligibility lock-in period, is the first full month of income and/or benefits.