Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Announcement

 

There is currently a statewide funding shortage for child care paid for through the New York State Child Care Block Grant (NYSCCBG).

 

Chemung County Department of Social Services projects that all available NYSCCBG funds are needed for open child care cases. As a result, some Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) cases will be denied due to a lack of funds. This will affect both applications and recertifications for assistance. Chemung County has an approved waiver of 18 NYCRR 415.2(d)(1)(i) to allow the district to continue opening cases at recertifications if the family falls within one or more of the three federal priority populations and funding is available. The waiver allows minimal disruption for families currently receiving child care upon recertification if they are reauthorized. Families receiving Temporary Assistance will continue to be served under the child care guarantee provisions. Effective November 24, 2025, families who are recertifying may remain open if funding is available and if they are in one or more of the three federal priority populations:

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•  those experiencing homelessness

•  those under 300% SIS

•  those with children with special needs

 

At this time, Chemung County will not establish a wait list.

 

Please note: Chemung County Department of Social of Social Services has a pending waiver request to amend the definition of “very low income” for prioritizing non-guaranteed applicants and recertifications under NYSCCBG to 200% SIS, allowing continued support to those with the greatest needs and fewest resources.

 

We understand the importance of child care for working parents and children’s well‑being, and we are closely monitoring funding so that cases can be opened as resources allow.