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disability. In addition, eligibility conditions or priority rules shall not limit parental rights or choice.
With regard to immigrant families, instructions issued by the Child Care Bureau indicate that it is the child who is the beneficiary of servic- es under the CCDF program, and as such only the citizenship status of the child is relevant for eligibility purposes. In States where eligibility is determined by non-profit charitable organizations, those organiza- tions are not required to determine, verify, or otherwise require proof of citizenship or immigration status.
Under Federal law, Indian children have dual CCDF eligibility. This means that parents of eligible Indian children may apply to either the Tribe or the State for CCDF assistance. States may not have a blanket policy of refusing to provide child-care services to Indian children. States and Tribes are encouraged to work closely together in coordinat- ing child-care resources to ensure adequate child care for all eligible Indian children.
What kind of child-care services can I receive help with?
Parents may select any legally operating child-care provider. Child-care providers serving children funded by CCDF must meet basic health and safety requirements. These requirements must address prevention and control of infectious diseases, including immunizations; building and physical premises safety; and minimum health and safety training.
Families typically pay a monthly co-payment, based on factors such as income, family size, and the number of children in care. The sub- sidy—typically paid directly to the provider—covers the difference between the co-payment and the full cost of care, up to a maximum state payment rate.
The Office of Family Assistance