Nevada Child Care Resource & Referral

Childcare Assistance · Nevada · Free

Helps Nevada families find quality licensed child care providers, understand subsidies, and learn what to look for in care. Statewide helpline open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Service is free to families. Fathers should have children's ages, desired schedule, and home zip code ready when calling. Counselors can explain licensing, inspection history, and how to apply for subsidy programs, plus share tips on interviewing potential providers.

Contact & Details

Phone: 800-424-2246

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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About Childcare Assistance for Fathers

Childcare assistance for US fathers includes the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) subsidy, Head Start and Early Head Start, state pre-K programs, and sliding-scale nonprofit childcare. CCDF subsidies are administered by each state's lead agency (usually the Department of Human Services or a dedicated office) and help families pay for childcare while parents work, attend school, or participate in training. Eligibility is typically up to 85% of state median income. Head Start serves children 3–5 from families below the Federal Poverty Level; Early Head Start covers birth to 3. State pre-K is free or low-cost in most states and offered through public schools and partner providers. Many community action agencies run sliding-scale childcare for working parents. For single dads, CCDF subsidies and Head Start are the two most consistent free options. This directory includes each state's CCDF office, local Head Start programs, and resource and referral agencies.

Childcare Assistance in Nevada

Nevada family courts handle divorce, custody, and support — with Clark County (Las Vegas) operating the state's largest family court. The Child Support Enforcement Program operates under DWSS. Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, and North Las Vegas are the major metros. Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and Washoe Legal Services provide civil legal aid in the state's two main population centers.

More Childcare Assistance in Nevada

  • Nevada Head Start — Federally funded early childhood education program providing free preschool and family services to income-eligible Nevada families with chil
  • Clark County School District – Pre-K — Operates state-funded pre-kindergarten programs at elementary schools across Clark County, including programs targeted to income-eligible fa
  • Community Services Agency – Head Start Reno — Delivers free Head Start and Early Head Start programs for income-eligible families in the Reno and Washoe County area. Main office at 1090

Childcare Assistance — Common Questions

What is a childcare subsidy?
A state-administered program (funded by federal CCDF) that pays a portion of childcare costs for working, training, or school-attending low-income parents. Apply through your state's lead agency. Eligibility typically up to 85% of state median income. Benefits go directly to the provider.
What's the difference between Head Start and pre-K?
Head Start is a federal program for children 3–5 from low-income families (below the Federal Poverty Level) with comprehensive services (health, nutrition, parent involvement). State pre-K is state-funded preschool, usually through public schools, with broader eligibility.
Can fathers apply for childcare assistance alone?
Yes. Childcare assistance is gender-neutral. Single fathers with custody qualify on the same terms as any other parent. If you share custody, you can still apply — you'll need the subsidy for the time the child is with you.
Where do I find quality care I can trust?
Every state has a Child Care Resource & Referral agency (CCR&R) that maintains a free database of licensed providers, quality ratings, and availability. Call your local CCR&R (find at childcareaware.org) for personalized referrals.