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Child Care Resource and Referral offered at Child Care Aware of Washington

1001 Pacific Avenue, Suite 400, Tacoma, WA 98402

Eligibility
No restrictions.
Hours
M-F, 8:30am-5pm.
Languages
Spanish, Interpreter services, Somali
Application process
Call for referral or search using the online database.
Fees
None.
Service area
WA

Other Information

Languages

  • Interpreter services
  • Somali
  • Spanish
Provides free and unbiased referrals to licensed child care programs in Washington state. Licensed child care programs typically serve children ages 0 - 8.  Provides customized child care referrals that meet the specific needs of each child.  Information about referred providers includes:
  • Ages of children served
  • Fee ranges
  • Hours of operation
  • Bus routes
  • Special services
Also explains different types of child care options and works with families who have special situations, such as:
  • Child care during the evening or on weekends
  • Children with special needs
  • Parents who are low-income and/or homeless and need help paying for child care
A child care search is also available online.
Providing organization
Child Care Aware of Washington
Provides child care resource and referral information about licensed child care in Washington state. Provides scholarships and supports to learning professionals.