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.
The Income Guidelines only give an estimate of eligibility. You must contact a the department of Early Education & Care to find out if you qualify.
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 please call the Department of Early Education and Care
Northeast Regional Office at 978-681-9684.
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)