departments & agencies
child care subsidy program
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 250-6700
Fax (828) 250-6715
Subsidized child care is a program funded through State and Federal dollars to assist parents with the cost of child care. Families receiving financial assistance may choose the child care program that best meets their needs.
In order to qualify for financial assistance for child care, parents must meet the program's income guidelines and must have a need for child care. For most parents, the need for child care is that they are working full-time or are enrolled in school full-time. The subsidy program can assist parents with the cost of child care for children ages 0 - 12.
Presently more than 150 child care programs participate in the child care subsidy program. Parents may take their voucher to the child care program of their choice. BCCCS has Parent Counselors available to assist parents locate quality child care programs.
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday:
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday & Thursday:
8:00am - 6:00pm
Appointment Procedure
When Subsidy funding is limited, Buncombe County Child Care Services (BCCCS) maintains a waiting list for parents requesting financial assistance for child care. Parents who are interested in being placed on the waiting list for financial assistance should contact BCCCS by phone, 250-6700.
| Income Guidelines for Subsidized Child Care (Effective: August 1, 2007) |
|
|---|---|
| Family Size | Maximum Gross Monthly Income |
| 1 | $1,892 |
| 2 | $2,475 |
| 3 | $3,057 |
| 4 | $3,639 |
| 5 | $4,221 |
| 6 | $4,804 |
What to bring with you
When you come in for an appointment, make sure to bring proof of employment or school attendance verification, check stubs verifying wages and Social Security numbers for all family members.
How are services paid for?
Subsidized child care is a program funded through State and Federal dollars to assist parents with the cost of child care.
Contact Information
Child Care Services Subsidy Unit
Amy Pike
(828) 250-6700
amy.pike@buncombecounty.org
For More Information On Subsidized Child Care visit: http://ncchildcare.dhhs.state.nc.us/general/home.asp
For a listing of county-wide services for children,
please visit our
Services
For Children section.
For a listing of county-wide services for adults, please visit our Services For Adults section.