The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services offers financial assistance to eligible parents and caretakers to help them with child care costs while they engage in work, educations or job training. Families can be eligible to have all or part of their monthly child care expenses paid on their behalf
Parents and Caretaker are able to select from licensed providers and centers to meet the specific needs of the child and family. Providers and centers must meet health and safety training requirements to ensure that children and families have access to quality child care.
To apply for child care benefits you can apply online at ssp.benefits.ohio.gov or click here to complete the electronic application to submit to the agency.
To find a licensed provider click here.
Additional Resources related to child care click here.