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Help finding and paying for quality child care in Mississippi.
Quick Help
Access to affordable child care benefits employees’ families and employers.
Paying for Child Care
The Child Care Payment Program helps parents and guardians pay for child care.
Finding Child Care
Search for quality child care near you that fits your needs.
After School Care
Community partners throughout the state receive funding through MDHS to provide afterschool and summer programing that supports the safety, learning, and growth of school-age children.
Resource & Referral Centers
R&R Centers can refer you to child care providers near you. They also stock age-appropriate learning materials and other resources to help parents. Look for one near you below:
Resources from Other Agencies & Organizations
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