California Resource & Referral Network

Childcare Assistance · California · Free

The CA Child Care Resource & Referral Network connects mothers to their county's R&R agency, which maintains lists of licensed family child care homes, child care centers, and license-exempt providers. R&R agencies also process Alternative Payment Program subsidies for working CalWORKs and low-income families. Free coaching helps mothers evaluate quality indicators like CDA-credentialed staff, NAEYC accreditation, and child-to-teacher ratios.

Contact & Details

Address: Statewide service

Phone: (415) 882-0234

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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