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You are required to pay a portion of your child care costs. The amount paid is based on your gross income, the number of people in your household, and the number of children in care.
The fee should be paid directly to your child care provider at the beginning of each month, and it is the first payment the provider will receive for providing care for your children. If you fail to pay the parent fee, child care benefits may end and you may be unable to receive benefits in the future. Your parent fees must be paid even if you change child care providers.
The parent fee covers the amount of care agreed upon between you and the county department of human/social services. This amount is shown on your Child Care Assistance Program Authorization Eligibility Notice.
Providers cannot charge you more than the county's rate for your authorized child care. However, providers can charge you for any hours used beyond your approved hours and late fees if you pick up your child after hours.
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For general help, call 1-800-799-5876 or email cdhs_oec_communications@state.co.us
Raising Colorado Kids Guide is brought to you by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood..
For general help, call 1-800-799-5876 or email cdec_communications@state.co.us
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