How do I apply for services?
Application information is available in our services section under How Do I Apply?
How does the program work?
We will collect information from you and with your permission, from your employer and your children's school.
Who qualifies for Along The Way’s in-home child care service?
At this time, we are accepting applications from single mothers who:
earn up to 350% of the federal poverty threshold
work hours outside of traditional business hours
have up to three children under the age of 16
are the only adult living in their residence
**The Pathway Project gives priority to unemployed or underemployed single mothers, to help this group re-enter the workforce. If this sounds like you, please know that you may be eligible to get job placement, the child care you need to reliably attend that job, and holistic support services through us. We encourage you to apply.
I don’t qualify; how can I receive child care in my home through Along The Way?
Please sign this Statement of Support; this form allows you to self-select the group that best describes you (i.e. partnered parent in need of child care, single father, etc). We are planning to open service to other groups, including families whose total household income exceeds 350% of the FPL; you will be notified by completing this Statement of Support.
How much does it cost?
Parent costs are based on 2 factors:
Total household income
If you are employed or willing to be referred to employment at one of our partnering employers. Partnering employers have agreed to pay a portion of the child care costs, offsetting the out of pocket costs to single mothers. After you complete the application, someone will be in touch with you to tell you what your cost will be based on the details of your situation. Single mothers who earn less than 200% of the federal poverty threshold, and who are referred to employment at a partner site (or who already work at a partner site and qualify for our program) will receive child care services in their own homes for free.
Can you serve single-fathers?
Unfortunately, not at this time. Please identify yourself as a Single Father in need of child care by signing this Statement of Support.
Why do we focus on single mothers who need services during those hours?
The majority of single-parent led households in the US are single mothers (80%); single mothers also earn less than single fathers, with women still earning only 82 cents on the dollar compared to men.
What are night and weekend hours?
Night hours are between 3:00pm and 9:00am (the next day).
Weekend hours are Saturday 7:00am-Monday at 9:00am.
How are child care givers selected?
The child caregivers will be required to have criminal background checks and child abuse clearances, be over 18 years old and receive extensive training by Along The Way before they begin providing child care to families, including CPR/First Aid certification/Relief of Choking, Red Cross Infant Care Training, trauma training and more.
