Daycare Assistance

Child Care Subsidy Program

The Child Care Subsidy Program office Hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. For more information, please call (828) 697-5500.

The Child Day Care Program's goal is to ensure safe, quality, accessible and affordable child care for children in Henderson County. This program supports the independence of families by enabling responsible adults to secure and maintain employment and meet the basic needs of their children.

Please note: Service availability may be limited and names placed on a waiting list.

Do I Qualify?

You may be eligible to receive child care assistance if one or more of the following situations apply to your family:

You are working or are attempting to find work with the Work First Program
You are in school or in a job training program
Your child is receiving child protective services
Your child needs care to support child welfare services or if your family is experiencing a crisis
Your child has developmental needs

Most families, including those receiving Work First Family Assistance , are required to pay a percentage of their child care costs based upon their gross monthly income. The percentage is 10%, if applicable.

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HOW TO APPLY

Contact via telephone (828-697-5500) to be screened and given information to apply, if needed.

Application Questions:

See Supporting Documents Below

Additional Information

For assistance finding a child care provider, check out the NC Child Care Provider Search found here

Visit www.childrenandfamily.org and www.smartstarthc.org to learn about the services available in Henderson County such as: