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Resource
&
Referral Program
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The Resource &
Referral Program provides families in Solano County with free referrals
to Licensed Family Child Care Providers, Centers/Preschools, Nanny
Services and License-Exempt/TrustLine Providers. We promote and encourage parental choice by providing information and assistance to families in their search for quality child care. We are not a regulatory or licensing agency; we do not evaluate programs or recommend specific providers. Families may receive a free listing of providers close to home or work, as well as guides and educational materials about quality child care. Child care providers who have fulfilled licensing/TrustLine requirements may be listed in our database. OTHER SERVICES OFFERED: Technical assistance in setting up child care programs Resources and technical assistance during the child care licensing process “Children’s Corner” quarterly newsletter Workshops for parents and providers (Taxes & Bookkeeping, Discipline & Behavior, Curriculum & Activities, CPR, First Aid, etc.) Legislative updates/information pertaining to child care and children’s rights County and state resources for child care issues Public TrustLine: Provides applications to persons interested in participating in a clearance through the Department of Justice |
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Child Care
Food Program
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The Child Care Food
Program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
for the purpose of providing nutritious meals and promoting healthy
eating habits for children in a child care environment. Licensed Child
Care Homes and TrustLined Providers (under certain circumstances) may
participate. Children receive nutritious, well-balanced meals and develop healthy eating habits. Child care providers receive a cash reimbursement for serving meals that meet the nutritional requirements set by the USDA. The meals and snacks served must meet USDA requirements. This simply means that food must be served from the four food groups: milk, meat, bread and fruits/vegetables. The amount of food served depends on the age of the child. This program provides nutrition information, recipes, workshops and training materials. Staff provide assistance and training to parents and providers. An orientation is available to interested providers where they will learn of the details and specific requirements of this program. |
| Subsidized
Child Care Programs
Click here to view the Subsidized Child Care Handbook for Parents and Child Care Providers |
SFCS administers
several child care programs, including CalWORKs and WIB child care
programs. They are designed to provide full or partial child care
payments on behalf of eligible families. The goal of these programs is
to promote the health, growth, education and care of children while
their parents continue their employment, job search, education or
training. Some programs also serve children at risk of abuse or neglect.
Child care is by parental choice in a Licensed Family Child Care Home, Child Care Center, License-Exempt/TrustLined Provider or In-Home Care Provider. Child care payments are made directly to the child care provider. Parents may have to pay family fees or co-payments based on multiple variables. Eligibility is based on need and income. Some programs operate from a waiting list. For more information about these programs, please contact our office. |
