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How to Find Quality Care
If you’re a working parent in Pennsylvania, finding quality child care is essential. Our resources are here to help you connect with trusted providers and support services tailored to your needs.With our How to Find Quality Child Care Guide you can explore child care options through COMPASS, find local support at Early Learning Resource Centers (ELRCs), locate child care centers near you, and get connected to financial assistance and other social care services across the state.
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Paying for Childcare
We understand the financial challenges of child care. That’s why our Paying for Child Care Guide connects you to essential resources for making child care more affordable like Child Care Works (CCW), which provides subsidies to eligible families. Pre-K Counts offers free pre-kindergarten programs for 3 and 4-year-olds, and Head Start delivers free education and social services for children aged 3-5.Explore these programs today and find the financial support that fits your family’s needs for quality child care.
Early Childhood Development Resources
Our Early Childhood Development Resources Guide connects you with key programs and services available in Pennsylvania for your child’s development from birth to age five. From the CONNECT Helpline, which offers free support for children with developmental delays, to STEM Starts Now, which fosters early learning through hands-on activities, our guide supports families navigating the early years.Discover the resources to support your child’s growth and development.
Guide to Tax Credits
Learn about tax credits available to low- and moderate-income workers, access free tax assistance, view tax benefits available for child and dependent care, and more. Plus, explore Pennsylvania's new Child Care Tax Credit, providing additional savings for working families.Take advantage of these resources to make child care more affordable and keep more money in your pocket.
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Keystone Scholars: PA529
All children born in 2019 and after to PA residents, including children who are adopted, have a Keystone Scholars account in their name with $100 for postsecondary education expenses.
Family Budget Calculator
Get a clearer picture of economic security in your area. The Family Budget Calculator details the income families need to cover essentials like child care, housing, food, and health care for 10 family types across every county and metro region.
Living Wage Calculator
Use the Living Wage Calculator to see the real cost of basic needs where you live. Explore living wages for 12 family types across every county and metro area, and understand what it truly takes for workers and families to meet essential expenses.