Division of Child Care Services
Info for Parents
Choosing child care is an important decision. Safe and positive child care sets the stage for healthy growth and development. It takes time, patience and understanding of what to look for when selecting child care. You know the needs of your child and family. However, you may need assistance in matching those needs to available resources. That is why OCFS is proud to share with you the supports that we have put in place to assist you in making this important decision.
General Info
- Early Intervention Program
- What Parents Should Know About Child Care
- Video - “Thinking about Child Care"
- Child Care Facts & Figures for 2012
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Help Paying for Child Care
- Complaint Line Toll-Free
- QUALITYstarsNY
Finding Quality Child Care
Child Care Plans
Contacts
Nutrition
Health and Safety/Emergency Planning
- Administration of Medication
- Auto Safety
- Computer Safety
- Crib Safety
- Exit Drills in the Home (EDITH)
- Home Fire Safety Checklist
- Lead-Effects on Children
- Radon
- Recalled Products
- Residential Pool Guidelines
- Seat Belt Requirements for Children
Regulations /Law – (Español)
- Regulations /Law – (Español)
- Day Care Regulations Under Discussion
- Social Services Law 390
- Part 413 - Definitions
- Part 414 - Sacc
- Part 415 - Child Care Services (child care subsidy, legally exempt providers)
- Part 417 - Family Day Care Homes
- Part 416 - Group Family Day Care
- Part 418-1 Day Care Center Regs
- Part 418-2 Small Day Care Center
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