Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP)
What is CCAP?
CCAP helps eligible families to pay for child care so parents can work, go to school, or participate in a job training program. CCAP is also available for eligible families where the adult(s) are retired and are the legal guardian of a child.
Who is eligible to receive CCAP?
- Families must meet income guidelines (PDF)
- Parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must be currently employed, enrolled in school or a job training program, or retired.
- CCAP Program Rules (PDF)
CCAP Eligibility Guidelines
CCAP Initiatives
- February 20, 2024, Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP) Transition Plan Update (PDF)
- January 9, 2024 Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP) Transition Plan (PDF)
- December 4, 2023, 85% State Median Income (SMI) Increase (PDF)
How do I apply for CCAP?
There are 3 ways to apply.
- Print, complete, and return the application by mail:
- Call OCFS 1-877-680-5866 or (207) 624-7999 Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
- Visit your local DHHS office to receive a printed application. Find your local DHHS office or call 1-877-680-5866 or (207) 624-7999.
Who can I choose as my child care provider?
- Licensed child care centers
- Licensed family child care providers
- Adults who provide care in their own homes
- Adults who come to your home to provide care
- Relatives over the age of 18
How do I find a child care provider?
Are there out-of-pocket costs?
CCAP requires parents to pay a portion of child care costs on a sliding scale.
- Maine Child Care Market Rate 7/3/21 (PDF)
- CCAP Sliding Fee Scale (PDF)
- Parent Fee Coverage (PDF)
- Billing Weeks Schedule for CCAP (DOC)
Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP) Contacts
General Assistance
Toll Free 1-877-680-5866 or (207) 624-7999
Fax (207) 287-6308
CCAP Eligibility Specialist for Androscoggin County
Erika Cloutier
Tel: (207) 624-7933
e-mail: Erika.Cloutier@maine.gov
CCAP Eligibility Specialist for Knox, Lincoln, Hancock, Franklin, Sagadahoc, and Aroostook Counties
Randy Whitman
Tel: (207) 624-7943
e-mail: Randy.Whitman@maine.gov
CCAP Eligibility Specialist for Kennebec County
Patti Shellenbarger
Tel: (207) 624-7995
e-mail: Patti.Shellenbarger@maine.gov
CCAP Eligibility Specialist for York and Oxford Counties
Glenna Belanger
Tel: (207) 624-7929
e-mail Glenna.Belanger@maine.gov
CCAP Eligibility Specialist for Penobscot County
Jennifer Fisher
Tel: (207) 624-7980
email Jennifer.Fisher@maine.gov
CCAP Eligibility Specialist for Cumberland County
Emily Cunningham
Tel: (207) 624-7988
E-Mail: Emily.Cunningham@maine.gov
CCAP Eligibility Specialist for Somerset, Piscataquis, Waldo and Washington Counties
Linda Dyer
Tel: (207) 624-7909
E-mail: Linda.Dyer@maine.gov
CCAP Integrity and Recovery
Effie Harding
Tel: (207) 624-7906
e-mail Effie.Harding@maine.gov
CCAP Specialist Supervisor
Ashley Batchelder
Tel: (207) 624-7981
e-mail: Ashley.Batchelder@maine.gov
CCAP Manager
Kerri Wyman
Tel: (207) 626-8660
e-mail: Kerri.Wyman@maine.gov
Child Care Tax Credits
Maine’s Dependent Care State Tax Credit
The Maine Dependent Care State Tax Credit allows families to deduct the cost of eligible child care and dependent care from their state taxes. More information can be found on the Maine Revenue Services website.