Summary
Implement Georgia's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP), officially called Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS), administered by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).
Program Overview
CAPS provides child care subsidies to eligible Georgia families to help them afford quality child care while they work, attend school, or participate in training programs. The program is funded through the federal Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) block grant and state matching funds.
Key Components to Implement
- Eligibility determination: income limits, activity requirements, age limits
- Copayment calculation: family share of child care costs based on income
- Benefit amount: subsidy rates by provider type, age of child, and county tier
References
Summary
Implement Georgia's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP), officially called Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS), administered by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).
Program Overview
CAPS provides child care subsidies to eligible Georgia families to help them afford quality child care while they work, attend school, or participate in training programs. The program is funded through the federal Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) block grant and state matching funds.
Key Components to Implement
References