Childcare
Child Care Assistance Program
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Step 1 — Check if you qualify
Use the eligibility calculator to see if you may qualify.
Eligibility calculatorStep 2 — Apply
Ready to apply? Use the link below to be directed to the state's secure application system, MyNJHelps. Be sure to scroll to the RED CCAP banner.
MyNJHelps — CustomerThe Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) is now open!
Use the eligibility calculator (above) to see if you may qualify When you’re ready to apply, use the link below to be directed to the states secure application system, MyNJHelps. Be sure to scroll to the RED CCAP banner. MyNJHelps-Customer (above) You will not be able to upload documents online if you are applying for CCAP only. After you submit your application and it uploads to our Intake portal, our Intake Unit will: • Contact you with next steps and let you know which documents are required. • Provide instructions on how to submit them. For additional information visit www.childcarenj.gov ***EXISTING APPLICANTS*** See information about Redetermining your eligibility for childcare on page 13 of the Handbook. (*Note that Tier D is the maximum income Click on the Guides below for information regarding children with Special Needs in Childcare Special Care Policy Guide -English
After you submit your application and it uploads to our Intake portal, our Intake Unit will:
- Contact you with next steps and let you know which documents are required.
- Provide instructions on how to submit them.
Additional NJCK Programs
Who is eligible?
Child Protective Services (CPS)
Children under Division of Child Protection & Permanency (DCP&P).
Kinship Navigator
Families that have custody of a child must prove relationship/guardianship.
Post Adoptive Child Care (PACC)
Families that have adopted a child formerly under the Division of Child Protection & Permanency (DCP&P).
Department of Education (DOE) Pre-K
3 and 4 year olds — must live in district.
Existing applicants
See information about redetermining your eligibility for childcare on page 13 of the Handbook. (Note that Tier D is the maximum income tier.)
Children with special needs in childcare
Guides for information regarding children with special needs in childcare:
- Special Care Policy Guide — English
- Guía de Políticas de Cuidados Especiales — Español
Contacts
En español
El Programa de Asistencia para el Cuidado de Niños (CCAP) ya está abierto! Utilice la calculadora de elegibilidad para ver si puede calificar. Cuando esté listo para aplicar, use el enlace a continuación para ser dirigido al sistema de aplicaciones seguro del estado, MyNJHelps. Asegúrese de desplazarse hasta el banner ROJO de CCAP.
No podrá subir documentos en línea si está aplicando solo para CCAP. Después de enviar su solicitud y una vez que se suba a nuestro portal de Recepción, nuestra Unidad de Recepción se pondrá en contacto con usted con los próximos pasos y le informará cuáles documentos se requieren, y le proporcionará instrucciones sobre cómo enviarlos.
For additional information, visit www.childcarenj.gov
Questions about applying?
Our Intake Unit can walk you through next steps. Call (201) 451-8888 or send us a message.