Parenting Resources

Summary and Instructions for Ordering

This is a list of free brochures about child care that Wisconsin parents, businesses, and organizations can order at any time from the Wisconsin Child Care Information Center (CCIC).

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After checking the items below that you would like to order:

• phone the Child Care Information Center at 1-800-362-7353 or 608-224-5388
• or print this page and fax your order to 608-224-6178
• or print this page and mail it to:
  Wisconsin Child Care Information Center
  2109 S Stoughton Rd
  Madison WI 53716

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Child Care Resources List and Order Form for Parents

Individual's Name:___________________________________________________________

Organization's Name:________________________________________________________

Address:__________________________________________________________________

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Phone #:__________________________________________________________________

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Brochures for Parents on Selecting and Evaluating Child Care

(Available in English and Spanish. Indicate quantity needed.)

English	Spanish
1._____	_____		1. Your Guide to Licensed Child Care.
			A brochure for parents which summarizes the licensing rules as they pertain to the caregiver, the place and the program. Licensed child care providers are required to distribute this brochure to the parents of each child upon enrollment. Includes information on how to contact resource & referral agencies and licensing field offices.
2._____	_____		2. Your Guide to Legal Child Care.
			A brochure about the Wisconsin day care licensing law, what other types of child care exist and when a license is not needed. Includes information on how to contact resource & referral agencies, certifying agencies, and licensing field offices.
3._____	_____		3. Your Guide to Choosing Child Care.
			A brochure which gives pointers to parents on what to look for in choosing child care or evaluating the child care center or home they are already using, some of their responsibilities as parents and child care users, and how to contact resource & referral agencies, certifying agencies, and licensing field offices.

Wisconsin Shares: Child Care Help When It Counts.
This program provides financial assistance to low-income parents on a sliding scale based primarily on income. Payments are made to child care providers chosen by the parent. These resources briefly discuss eligibility and encourage parents to apply if they think they might qualify.

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4. Brochure: Need Help With Child Care Costs?

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For more information about child care and CCIC services, contact the CCIC staff at ccic@dpi.wi.gov, 800-362-7353, or 608-224-5388.

For questions about this information, contact Glenna M. Carter (608) 224-6173

Last updated on 8/6/2008 7:05:45 AM