Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS)

Child Care and Early Education Programs

Provides oversight and programs that support families raising children in Minnesota

Description

Programs help make quality child care affordable for income-eligible families and support efforts that improve the overall quality of care across the state.

Programs include:

  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) - Provides financial assistance to help families with low incomes pay for child care
  • Parent Aware - Helps families find quality child care and education programs
  • Support for Family, Friends & Neighbors (FFN) Caring for Children - Provides training and resources for FFN caregivers

Features

  • Area Served by County
    • Statewide

Application Instructions

For applications for Child Care Assistance Program, contact your local county or Tribal Nation social service agency, or apply online.

Visit the ParentAware website for information on rated programs and earning Parent Aware ratings.

444 Lafayette Rd N, St. Paul, MN, 55155

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Location

444 Lafayette Rd N, St. Paul, MN, 55155

Area Served

Statewide

Phone Numbers

  • Primary Contact for this program: 651-431-3809
  • DHS Information Desk: 651-431-2000
  • TTY: 800-627-3529
  • Speech-to-Speech relay: 877-627-3848

Email

DHS.info@state.mn.us

Websites

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Last Update

3/18/2025