Choosing Child Care

Choosing a child care program is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a parent. Your final choice will depend on many factors, and you will want to consider them carefully in order to best meet the needs of your child and your family.

Searching for child care can be a labor intensive process, but be assured that all the time you spend finding the right child care situation will be worth it. Children and parents who are satisfied with their child care arrangements are less likely to feel stress in other parts of their lives. Children can build strong relationships with their caregivers, and develop and grow in a safe and loving environment with their peers. Parents can relax knowing their child is well cared for in a safe, nurturing, educational environment.

The following Information is supplied to all families requesting referrals. This information is also viewable and downloadable via the web.

·         Steps to Choosing Child Care

·         STEP Brochure on vouchers and contracted slots

·         BFI Financial Assistance Fact Sheet

·         The Growing Years brochure UMaine Cooperative Extension)

·          Child Care Facts: The Cost of Child Care

·          Child Care Facts: What is Quality Child Care

·         Child Care Facts: Double Tax Credit for Child Care

·         Maine Care Information (insurance)

In addition to reading the information on our website, please feel free to call us to discuss your search with our referral specialist Judy at 1-800-834-4378 or 207-667-2467, Fax 207-667-7963

or email judithn@childandfamilyopp.com

Come visit us at 18 Avery Lane, Ellsworth, Maine 04605. Office hours are Monday thru Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Child Care Opportunities, Resource Development Center
18 Avery Lane Ellsworth, Maine •  667-2467
1-800-834-4378
judithn@childandfamilyopp.com