New York Child Care Information for Parents FAQs

• Q: How Can I Find A Child Care Provider In My Area?
  A: There are two ways that you can search for child care providers in New York. Each county has a Child Care Resource and Referral Agency. Most agencies maintain a … More
• Q: I Need Help Paying For Child Care. Is Financial Assistance Available?
  A: Yes. Under state law, if you are on public assistance and need child care to work, or just left public assistance for a job, you are guaranteed subsidized child care. … More
• Q: What Age Does My Child Have To Be To Go To Child Care?
  A: Your child must be at least 6 weeks old. Care for children younger than 6 weeks must be prior approved by OCFS.
• Q: May I Visit The Facility?
  A: Parents are allowed to visit the center at any time during normal hours.
• Q: Does A Child Care License Indicate A Certain Level Of Quality Care?
  A: No. The license only means the provider meets the minimum requirements.
• Q: What Do I Do If I Suspect Child Abuse In A Child Care Program Or Want To Make Another Complaint?
  A: Outside of New York City call the state office at (800) 732-5207. In New York City call (212) 676-2444.
• Q: Will I Be Notified Of The Results Of Any Investigation?
  A: Except for information that is classified by law as confidential, if a written request about a specific provider is submitted, you will be provided information … More
• Q: What If My Child Becomes Sick?
  A: Your child care provider will have a health care plan that will include steps taken to care for sick/injured children.
• Q: Can The Provider Give My Child Medications?
  A: You may give written authorization to the provider to give your child medication. If you require that the provider give your child medication it must be approved by … More
• Q: What About Child Care For Children With Special Needs Or Disabilities?
  A: For a child with special health care needs the provider must work together with you and your doctor to develop a plan for the child while the child is in the program. … More

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