Finding quality childcare at an affordable price has always been a challenge for parents. Now with school closures due to Covid, it can be extra hard. Now is the time to apply for preschool and childcare subsidies for the 2022-2023 school year. We hope that the following resources and ideas will be helpful as you navigate finding a safe place for your child while you work.
The Child Care Connection Hawaii (CCCH)Â subsidy program helps low-income families to sustain their employment, educational efforts and job training by paying a subsidy for their children who are in the care of DHS-approved child care providers.
The Preschool Open Doors (POD)Â program is a separate subsidy program with limited funds that provides services state-wide to families sending their children to a licensed preschool during the school year prior to kindergarten entry.
Both of these programs have low income requirements so be sure to check their website for the latest information, application download and FAQs. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2022.
Maui Family Support ServicesMaui Family Support Services is another organization with a mission to help families with childcare support. They have childcare subsidies that working families can qualify for. Visit their website for the latest information and application.
Help for Childcare Tuition Assistance
A program for native Hawaiians who need assistance with childcare. This includes having a relative care for your keiki while you work. Click on the link for eligibility requirements.
PATCH offers child care training to those looking to get into child care as a career. The state of Hawaii requires that anyone regularly caring for more than two unrelated children needs to be licensed by the state. PATCH offers free self paced trainings, live webinars, and supports the advancement of early childhood careers by offering affordably priced CDA (Child Development Associate Credential) training options. If you have ever wanted to get into child care, now may be the time.
Find Child Care through PATCH
PATCH has an entire database of licensed childcare providers in the state of Hawaii. Check this list for openings near you.
Private Nanny Services
In a pinch, you may need to reserve a nanny through a local service. Both The Nanny Connection and Happy Kids Maui hire background checked nannies with CPR/First Aid certifications. They also have teachers who work with them part-time, so if your child needs extra help, or is distance learning for a while, a nanny could also be a tutor.
Stay in touch with the latest in job opportunitiesand see what’s happening around Maui by joining the Maui County Virtual Job Fair Facebook page and group.
