At Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas, we understand that dependable child care is essential for parents striving to secure employment, maintain a job, or pursue educational and training opportunities. Our Child Care Services (CCS) program, supported by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), is dedicated to assisting families, child care providers, and local communities across our nine-county area. Through our comprehensive support system, we help parents achieve self-sufficiency and enhance the quality of early childhood education.
Enhancing Child Care Quality
Our CCS program is committed to improving the quality and availability of child care services through various initiatives:
- Texas Rising Star Program: This quality rating and improvement system helps child care providers meet higher standards of quality beyond the basic Child Care Regulation standards.
- Pre-K Partnership Program: We encourage and support collaborations between public-school pre-K programs and child care providers, creating early learning partnerships that benefit both children and providers.
Online Parent Portal: Visit TexasChildCareSolutions.org, an online resource created by TWC, to assist parents in making informed choices about early childhood education, quality child care, and financial assistance for child care.
Comprehensive Support for Families and Providers
At Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas, our goal is to support families and providers through various services and programs, ensuring that children receive high-quality care while parents pursue their goals.
- Expanded Child Care Choices: We offer families a wide range of accessible child care arrangements.
- Child Care Information and Financial Assistance: Families can rely on us as a source of information and support for child care needs.
- Child Development Support: We assist in supporting the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of children.
- Strengthening the Child Care Industry: Our efforts aim to support and enhance the child care industry, benefiting providers and families alike.
Benefits for Families
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas Child Care Services provides essential support to families through child care scholarships, enabling parents to afford quality care while they work, search for employment, or attend school or training programs. Our program is designed to alleviate the financial burden of child care, allowing parents to focus on achieving their professional and educational goals.
- Child Care Scholarships: Eligible families who meet federal income guidelines can receive financial assistance to cover child care costs. We connect families with vetted, high-quality providers to ensure their children receive the best care possible.
- Vetted Providers: We offer connections to licensed and registered child care providers, ensuring that families have access to reliable and safe care for their children.
Learn More: Find out more about eligibility requirements and learn how to apply for child care scholarships.
Support for Providers
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas Child Care Services also extends its support to child care providers, helping them enhance the quality of their services and increase their capacity to care for children.
- Professional Development: We offer professional development opportunities to help providers improve their skills and the quality of care they offer.
- Capacity Building: Resources are available to increase providers’ capacity to care for infants and toddlers, as well as to include children with special needs.
- Quality Incentives: Providers can access equipment, curriculum, and incentives to promote and reward quality child care services.
Learn More: Discover more about becoming an accredited child care provider and explore our complete list of providers in the region.
Contact Us
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas Child Care Services is here to help you navigate your child care needs, offering reassurance and relief to your daily life. Learn more about our programs, eligibility requirements, and how we can support your family and child care business.
Find Out More: Explore our programs and services, and discover how we can assist you in finding the right child care solutions for your needs. Contact us directly for more information.
