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Florida Child Care Information for Parents FAQs

• Q: How Can I Find A Child Care Provider In My Area?
  A: All child care facilities must be registered or licensed with the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). You may search for a Provider on the DCF website.
• Q: Does A Child Care License Indicate A Certain Level Of Quality Care?
  A: Not necessarily. In the State of Florida, child care providers are either licensed or regulated. However, one may find the distinction between the two important. The … More
• Q: I Need Help Paying For Child Care. Is Financial Assistance Available?
  A: Parents who earn low or moderate incomes may qualify for financial assistance to help in paying a portion of the costs for a child care or school readiness program. To … More
• Q: Do My Children Have To Be Vaccinated To Be Enrolled In Child Care?
  A: Yes. You must provide proof of your child's immunizations to your child care provider.
• Q: Can My Child Still Attend Child Care On Days When My Child Is Ill Or Injured?
  A: No. Any child, child care personnel or other person in the child care facility suspected of having a communicable disease shall be removed from the facility or placed … More
• Q: What Do I Do If I Suspect Child Abuse In A Child Care Program?
  A: If you suspect child abuse in a child care program you should contact the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) IMMEDIATELY! You may call 1-800-96-ABUSE … More
• Q: What Do I Do If I Have Complaint About A Child Care Provider?
  A: If you have a complaint about a child care provider, you should contact DCF, or your local licensing authority (if one is present in your county).
• Q: What About Child Care For Children With Special Needs Or Disabilities?
  A: The Florida Directory of Early Childhood Services (Central Directory) is a statewide information and referral service for families, service coordinators and other … More

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