- Child Care Circuit family specialists assist parents as they make informed decisions regarding their children's care. While responsibility for selection remains with the parents, counselors working together with parents help assess needs, review available options and provide child care options which are consistent with the families selected criteria.
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Subsidized Child Care
Am I Eligible?
FAQ sheet on the EEC centralized waitlist and subsidized care
The following links will provide you with information to help you determine which Massachusetts child care subsidies YOU may be eligible for.
See below for information on the Earned Income Tax Credit which you may be eligible for if you file taxes.
Income Guidelines:
The Income Guidelines only give an estimate of eligibility. You must contact the Department of Early Care & Education to see if you qualify.
DTA Child Care Services
If you have received TANF funds from the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) in the past 12 months, you may be automatically eligible for child care assistance. You must contact your local DTA Office.
Income Eligible Child Care Vouchers
Due to funding limits, there are families waiting for help in paying for child care. Even though you may be eligible, there may be a waiting period to get help in paying for child care. To sign-up for the Income Eligible waiting list call the Department of Early Education and Care Northeast Regional Office at 978-681-9684.
Community Partnerships for Children:CFSCE Contact list
Teen parent child care
Head Start/Early Head StartDepartment of Defense Subsidies for Military Families
U.S. Army Partnership for Affordable Child Care
U.S. Coast Guard Child Care Subsidy Program
Tax Credit Resources for Families
Other Resources
Are you eligible for a tax rebate from the federal government? The Earned Income Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit available to many families in Massachusetts. For more information on whether you may be eligible and how to claim your credit click here. (English) Aqui (Espanol)
E-Mail: info@childcarecircuit.org
Beverly Office: 180 Cabot St., Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: (800) 660-2868 · Fax: (978) 927-8083
Lawrence Office: 190 Hampshire St., Lawrence, MA 01840
Phone: (877) 823-2273 Fax: (978) 975-3120Office Hours: Monday 9 AM - 7 PM, Tuesday - Friday 9 AM - 5 PM