Welcome to the Child Care Assistance and Referral (CCAR) Program. We provide:
- Resources and Referrals to families about various center-based and family child care programs located throughout the county.
- Financial assistance for child care to eligible Fairfax County families.
- Support to child care programs and providers.
For contact information for families and child care programs, download a copy of the Assistance from a Distance Flyer in English and Español
Applying for Child Care Assistance
- Eligibility Requirements
- Apply for Assistance
- Application Forms
Choosing a Quality Child Care Program
- What to Look for in a Quality Child Care Program
- Child Care Options
- Seminars for Families Seeking Child Care
- Maintaining Your Child Care Arrangement
Working with Providers and Programs
- Become an Approved CCAR Vendor
- Resources for Child Care Providers Participating in CCAR
- Forms
- Market Your Program in Provider Access
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Child Care Rates
- Additional Resources