Check if you qualify in Maine
Enter your household size and monthly income to see if you qualify for child care subsidy in Maine. Results are instant, nothing is stored.
For a household of 3, the limit to apply in Maine is $10,331 a month (125% of state median income) and the limit to stay enrolled is $10,331 (125% of state median income).
This is an estimate based on gross monthly income and household size. It does not include copayments, waitlists, or other rules, and your state agency makes the final decision.
Maine Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP)
Maine Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP) provides child care subsidy for eligible families in Maine who need help paying for child care. It is also available for families where the adult(s) are retired and are the legal guardian of a child.
The subsidy amount varies based on the your gross monthly income, family size, and type and cost of care AND since it is a subsidy, you may be required to pay a portion of child care costs on a sliding scale. This copay is waived for families under 30% of state median income.
What is the income limit for child care assistance in Maine?
Families with gross income less than or equal to 125% of the State Median Income (SMI) are eligible to apply for subsidy. 1 For example, income eligibility limit for a family of three is at or below $10,331 a month.
| Household Size | 125% SMIInitial Eligibility | 125% SMIRedetermination |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $8,363 | $8,363 |
| 3 | $10,331 | $10,331 |
| 4 | $12,298 | $12,298 |
| 5 | $14,266 | $14,266 |
| 6 | $16,234 | $16,234 |
| 7 | $16,603 | $16,603 |
| 8 | $16,972 | $16,972 |
How much is the copay for child care assistance in Maine?
Maine charges a weekly copay on a sliding scale of 1% to 10% of your gross weekly income, and the share you pay may rise with your income.2
| Family income | Weekly copay |
|---|---|
| Under 30% | No copay |
| 30% - 85% | 7% |
| 85% - 125% | 10% |
How do I apply for child care assistance in Maine?
Complete a signed CCSP Application along with a copy of all required documentation and return it to the address stated in the application.
Maine Department of Health and Human Services
Office of Child & Family Services
(877) 680-5866
Sources & notes
Data and figures on this page come from the sources and notes below:
Footnotes
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Starting July 1, 2024, the income limit for CCAP will increase from 85% to 125% of the state’s median income, expanding access to child care assistance for more families. ↩
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Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Child Care Affordability Program . ↩
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