Resource: How to Qualify for Child Care Assistance in New York

Did you know that grandparents can get paid to watch their own grandchildren? Programs like the Child Care Assistance Program in the state of New York will pay for “informal care” by non-parent relatives, friends, neighbors, and other community members. Check out the 2-minute video below about New York’s Child Care Assistance Program.

One of the most important insights is that families can qualify for child care assistance even if they don’t qualify for food stamps.

Watch: How Informal Child Care Helps Fill Gaps in the System (Spectrum Local News)