Cares for Kids (NJCK)
 
Contact Information
Varies by county
1-800-332-9227
Program is handled by Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (CCR&R).

Division of Family Development
Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 716
Quakerbridge Plaza
Mercerville, NJ 08625
Web site
 
Hours of Service
Varies by county
 
How to Apply

CCR&R
Hours are varied by county
1-800-332-9227
Contact information and address is varied by county.

 
Parent Organization
Web site
 
Program Description
This program assists families with paying for child care by providing child care subsidies and provides resource and referral services to help parents know what to look for when searching for care. Agencies also promote higher quality of child care operations and the development of additional child care services. Depending upon family eligibility, there may be a waiting list in various areas of the state.
 
Fees
Co-pay based on family size and income
 

Eligibility
General Requirements:
Post-TANF and low income individuals.
 
Income Requirements:
Clients must meet low income requirements.
  [Unsure if the person meets this requirement? Check NJHelps]
 
Areas Served
Statewide
 
Language Translation Services
All languages accommodated
 
Further Information
The Division of Family Development provides leadership and supervision to the public and private agencies that deliver financial aid and support services to New Jersey's needy individuals and families. These major programs include: Work First New Jersey/Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (WFNJ/TANF), WFNJ/General Assistance (WFNJ/GA), Food Stamps, Emergency Assistance, Child Support and Services, Child Care, Home Energy Assistance, Social Services for the Homeless, Refugee Resettlement, and Supplemental Security Income.
 
Program Web Site Address
http://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dfd/chldca.html