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AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE
WITHIN REACH
"Every child deserves quality care"
At Healthy Kids, we believe every child deserves access to safe, enriching, and high-quality care. We proudly partner with Alabama's child care assistance program to help make our services more affordable to families. Whether your child is just starting out or needs care during the school year or summer, we're here to support you every step of the way.
Is My Family Eligible?
Check the requirements below to see if you qualify
Eligibility Requirements
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✓ To be eligible, children must be under 13 years old
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✓ Parents must be working, looking for work, attending employment training, or participating in an education program (high school, college, or vocational school)
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✓ The family's household income must meet current requirements
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✓ Live in Alabama
Eligibility is redetermined every 12 months and families must recertify annually.
2026 Income Limits
$0 to $3,173
Monthly Income Range
What Documentation Do I Need?
Gather these documents before you apply
Proof of Identification
Examples may include: photo ID, driver's licence, US Passport​​
Proof of Residency
Examples may include: statement from landlord, mortgage records, current lease or utility bill
Income
Examples may include: pay stubs, letter from employer including rate of pay and hours worked, tax records, child support or social security benefits
Schedule of Work, Training, or Educational Activity
Examples may include: work schedule, school or training records, or statement from school or training program
Social Security Numbers
Accepted document types include: PDF, DOC/DOCX, JPEG, or PNG
Certain documents may fulfill more than one requirement.
How to Apply
Families can apply through the DHR family portal (ARISE CARE system)
Families can also apply in person at their local DHR office or Child Care Management Agency or by mail/email using a paper application
Have Questions?
We're here to help through every step of the process
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