AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE
WITHIN REACH

Eligibility Requirements

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1. Meet Income Requirements: ​

• Must be at or below 145% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) at the time of application

• Income must be based on gross monthly household income

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2. Have a Qualifiying Activity (VERY Important)

   - All care takers in the household must be engaged in an approved activity:

• Working(full-time or part-time)

• Attending School or college

• Participating in Job training

• Participating in programs like SNAP Employment & Training

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3. Have an Eligible Child

• Child Must be:

  • Under age 13, OR​

  • Under age 18 with special needs

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4. Be an Ohio Resident 

• The parent/ caretaker must live in Ohio

• Must apply through the county Job & Family Services office

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5. Us Citizenship / Legal Status 

• The child receiving care must be:

  • A U.S. citizen or​

  • A qualified non-citizen

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6. Household Requirements 

• Must provide infomration on:

  • Everyone living in the household​

  • Hosehold income and expenses

• If two parents are in the home:

  • Both parents meet activity requirements or provide proof why one cannot provide care​

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7. Use an Approved Provided

• Child care must be through a:

  • Licensed center​

  • Licensed family child care home

  • Approved in-home aide