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The Low-Income Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides financial assistance to eligible low-income families who need child care to support their efforts toward self-sufficiency.  Eligible families may include those who are working, looking for employment, in training, enrolled in the Colorado Works program, or teen parents enrolled in high school. CCAP provides benefits for children from birth to age 12.

This program is designed to give parents the flexibility to choose the child care provider that best fits the needs of the family. Parents should look for signs of a safe environment where the child will be stimulated and encouraged to learn and grow.

Arapahoe County Department of Human Services will do background checks on providers to determine if the person has been in any incident which would indicate a possible threat to the children. If the background check finds that the provider has been involved in any incidents, the parent will be required to select a different provider.

Due to budgetary constraints program benefits, provider rates, and program availability are subject to change.

For more information on CCAP, visit the Colorado Department of Human Services.

Eligibility & Verification

To receive CCAP benefits, the following information must be provided:

• Certified copy of birth certificate or other document proving citizenship or lawful presence in the U.S. for each child
• Proof of Colorado residency
• Photo identification for parents
• Proof of income for all household members
• Immunization records for each child
• A re-certification application must be completed every six months to maintain eligibility.

Income & Resource Limits

Applicants must have a monthly gross income below the established program income guidelines. Gross income means all earned and unearned income before taxes or deductions.

           Income Guidelines

Family Size           Monthly Income

2                            $2,158

3                            $2,713

     4                            $3,268

     5                            $3,823

     6                            $4,378

     7                            $4,933

     8                            $5,488

     9                            $6,043

How Do I Apply For Benefits?

There are several options available to you for filing anapplication.