FAQ

The Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) provides assistance to parents in meeting their child care requirements. Whether you're searching for child care or require financial aid, the ELRC here to support you.

HOW DO I PAY FOR CHILD CARE?

The state and federal governments have made funding available to assist qualifying low income families pay for their child care fees through the subsidized child care program.

The program pays a portion to the child care provider and the family pays a co-pay.

You can call or visit the closest ELRC or apply on line at www.compass.state.pa.us. To learn more, call their Hotline at 1 888 461-KIDS (5437)

HOW DO I PAY FOR CHILD CARE?

The state and federal governments have made funding available to assist qualifying low income families pay for their child care fees through the subsidized child care program.

The program pays a portion to the child care provider and the family pays a co-pay.

You can call or visit the closest ELRC or apply on line at www.compass.state.pa.us. To learn more, call their Hotline at 1 888 461-KIDS (5437).

HOW DO I FIND CHILD CARE?

By calling the Hotline at 1-888-461-KIDS (5437). ELRC specialists assist families in making informed child care choices.

The ELRC will talk to you about your child care needs and share information with you about high quality early learning programs.

Find out if you are eligible.

If you think you might be eligible for subsidized child care, there are three ways to apply:

CONTACT THE ELRC DIRECTLY

Please call us at 1 888-461-KIDS (5437) and an ELRC Specialist will assist you.

APPLY ONLINE

To apply for subsidized child care on line, please visit the state’s online Compass website.

https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/public/cmphome

DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION

You may also print a subsidized child care application and mail or drop off to your closest ELRC office.

An ELRC representative will contact you upon receipt. https://philadelphiaelrc18.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Application-English-.pdf