Post by Nadica (She/Her) on Sept 4, 2024 2:43:01 GMT
Nevada child care program reverts to pre-pandemic requirements as federal COVID-19 funds end - Published Sept 3, 2024
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A Nevada childcare program designed to support low-income families is returning to its pre-pandemic eligibility requirements.
Starting on Oct. 1, the Child Care and Development Program will return to how it operated before the pandemic including eligibility rules, co-payments, and waitlists.
“The increase in federal funds released during the pandemic allowed the subsidy program to be extended to families who would not have been eligible pre-COVID, which kept kids in quality child care programs so their caregivers could work or attend school,” Karissa Machado, agency manager for CCPD, said.
Those who are already part of the program and are looking to renew their application will be eligible for assistance if their income does not exceed 49% of the state median income. For a family of four, this means an annual income of up to $47,053 or less.
However, on Oct. 1, the eligibility requirements will change for new applicants. They must have a household income at or below 41% of the state median. For example, a family of four with an annual income of $39,371 or less will qualify for assistance.
A flat-rate copay, based on household size and income will also be implemented, ranging from $0 to $150 per month. Additionally, waitlists will be in full effect when the program reaches full capacity.
“The Division of Welfare and Supportive Services understands how important affordable, quality child care is, and we know these changes will impact Nevada’s working families,” Machado remarked.
Final Covid relief funding will expire on Sep. 30.
CCDP will host a webinar on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at noon and 5:30 p.m. These sessions will allow parents, providers, and Child Care Resource & Referral agencies to learn about the changes. Visit the CCDP website for more information
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A Nevada childcare program designed to support low-income families is returning to its pre-pandemic eligibility requirements.
Starting on Oct. 1, the Child Care and Development Program will return to how it operated before the pandemic including eligibility rules, co-payments, and waitlists.
“The increase in federal funds released during the pandemic allowed the subsidy program to be extended to families who would not have been eligible pre-COVID, which kept kids in quality child care programs so their caregivers could work or attend school,” Karissa Machado, agency manager for CCPD, said.
Those who are already part of the program and are looking to renew their application will be eligible for assistance if their income does not exceed 49% of the state median income. For a family of four, this means an annual income of up to $47,053 or less.
However, on Oct. 1, the eligibility requirements will change for new applicants. They must have a household income at or below 41% of the state median. For example, a family of four with an annual income of $39,371 or less will qualify for assistance.
A flat-rate copay, based on household size and income will also be implemented, ranging from $0 to $150 per month. Additionally, waitlists will be in full effect when the program reaches full capacity.
“The Division of Welfare and Supportive Services understands how important affordable, quality child care is, and we know these changes will impact Nevada’s working families,” Machado remarked.
Final Covid relief funding will expire on Sep. 30.
CCDP will host a webinar on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at noon and 5:30 p.m. These sessions will allow parents, providers, and Child Care Resource & Referral agencies to learn about the changes. Visit the CCDP website for more information