Kingdom Child Care Connection at Umbrella (Child Care Support Services) supports and assists families with their child care needs in a variety of methods. The Child Care Program consists of four components: Child Care Subsidy Eligibility, Child Care Referral Services, Community Outreach and the Child Care Resource Development Program.


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Bright Futures Child Care Information System Visit the Bright Futures Information system to search for providers, access Vermont child care licensing information, download an application package, apply for child care subsidy and more!

Hours of Operation

8:30 - 4:30 Monday-Friday; Evening and weekend phone appointments are available.

Program Fees

Umbrella's Subsidy Eligibility Determination and Basic Referral Services are provided free of charge. Enhanced Referral Service Contracts are available to employers for a moderate fee. Many child care professional development workshops are offered at no charge, however some carry a registration fee. Scholarships are available by contacting the Resource Development Specialist at Umbrella.

Policies

Click here for a complete list of Kingdom Child Care Connection's Policies, including confidentiality, how to file a grievance, our diversity statement and more.

Resources

KCCC Lending Library - click HERE for a directory of books, magazines and other materials available for parents and providers to borrow.

 

Did You Know That . . .

  • There are over 110 registered and licensed providers in Caledonia and Southern Essex Counties?
  • Umbrella’s Resource Development Specialist offers over 150 hours of training for early childhood professionals on an annual basis?
  • The child Care Subsidy Program serves over 400 families allowing them the opportunity to afford child care costs?
  • Umbrella’s Child Care Referral Program assists an average of 235 families seeking child care per year?

Community Outreach Program

Kingdom Child Care Connection Program is available to offer support for employers and community programs who have employees or parents who may be experiencing difficulties locating and affording quality child care environments for their children. Services include on-site outreach visits providing employees and parents with a list of available child care providers in their area, on-site outreach visits distributing information and answering questions about the Child Care Subsidy Program, and consultations and needs assessment surveys for employers around options available to support employees with young children.

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For Employers

Through the rising cost of living and the number of single parents entering the workforce, child care is an essential support for the workforce. An insufficient supply of affordable and accessible child care negatively affects the economy. Parents who are unable to access, afford or maintain quality child care are less likely to be productive at work or remain employed.

Are you an employer facing these issues? We provide consultations to employers to discuss options to support employees with their child care needs. We are also available to provide referral and subsidy services on site. Call us today to learn more!

Support For Employers

Kingdom Child Care Connection Program is available to offer support for employers who have employees who may be experiencing difficulties locating and affording quality child care environments for their children.

Services Include

  • On-site outreach visits providing employees with a list of available child care providers in their area
  • On-site outreach visits distributing information and answering questions about the Child Care Subsidy Program
  • Consultations and needs assessment surveys for employers around options available to support employees with young children
  • All visits, consultations, and other technical assistance are free of charge to the employer and the employee!

Contact Us

For more information about Kingdom Child Care Connection,

Kingdom Child Care Connection is funded through the Child Development Division of the Vermont Department for Children and Families.

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