About Arkansas Child Care Assistance (DHS Vouchers)
Subsidized child care for working families and those in job training or education. The School Readiness Assistance program (formerly DHS Child Care Assistance) covers a significant portion of daycare, preschool, and after-school care costs for children birth to 12 across Arkansas.
How to Apply in Arkansas
- Apply online at sra.ade.arkansas.gov for School Readiness Assistance
- Or email oec.familysupport@ade.arkansas.gov for assistance
- Must work at least 20 hours/week, attend school full-time, or be in job training
- Need: pay stubs, children's birth certificates, proof of work/school activity
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Arkansas Child Care Assistance (DHS Vouchers) is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is Arkansas Child Care Assistance (DHS Vouchers) worth?
Arkansas Child Care Assistance (DHS Vouchers): Saves ~$500-$1,000/month per child. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$750 per month.
Arkansas Child Care Assistance (DHS Vouchers): Saves ~$500-$1,000/month per child. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$750 per month.
How do I apply for Arkansas Child Care Assistance (DHS Vouchers) in Arkansas?
To apply: Apply online at sra.ade.arkansas.gov for School Readiness Assistance. Or email oec.familysupport@ade.arkansas.gov for assistance. Must work at least 20 hours/week, attend school full-time, or be in job training. Official website: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/office-of-early-childhood/help-paying-for-child-care
To apply: Apply online at sra.ade.arkansas.gov for School Readiness Assistance. Or email oec.familysupport@ade.arkansas.gov for assistance. Must work at least 20 hours/week, attend school full-time, or be in job training. Official website: https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/office-of-early-childhood/help-paying-for-child-care
Who qualifies for Arkansas Child Care Assistance (DHS Vouchers)?
Subsidized child care for working families and those in job training or education. The School Readiness Assistance program (formerly DHS Child Care Assistance) covers a significant portion of daycare, preschool, and after-school care costs for children birth to 12 across Arkansas. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Subsidized child care for working families and those in job training or education. The School Readiness Assistance program (formerly DHS Child Care Assistance) covers a significant portion of daycare, preschool, and after-school care costs for children birth to 12 across Arkansas. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.