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Alternative Payment/Certificate Program (AP)

The Alternative Payment (AP) program is funded through the California Department of Education, Child Development Division, to offer child care subsidies that pay full or partial payment to qualified families who are income eligible and have a need for child care services.

The AP program is a “parent choice” program because enrolled families can choose any child care provider that best fits the needs of their child(ren) and their own needs. Direct services include:

• determination of family eligibility
• education of parents and providers
• referrals to community resources
• needs assessment
• contracting with child care providers
• technical assistance for families and providers

YMCA Childcare Resource Service Alternative Payment Program does not discriminate on the basis of any of the following:

• Sex
• Gender
• Race
• National origin
• Color
• Sexual orientation
• Ethnic group indentification
• Ancestry
• Religion
• Mental or physical disability

The AP program welcomes enrollment of children with disabilities.

The AP department served more than 3,380 families and 6,423 children and made over $21,000,000 in child care payments last fiscal year (2003–2004).

To apply for subsidized child care, fill out the eligibility questionnaire at www.childcaresandiego.com or call (619) 521-3055, ext. 2500 or (800) 481-2151 (if living outside San Diego County).

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