While Arizona does not have a tri-share program, the following child care assistance options are available:
| Program | Type | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Child Care Assistance Program | Subsidy | DES-administered child care assistance for working families | Learn More |
| First Things First | Early Childhood | Arizona's early childhood development organization | Learn More |
| Quality First | Quality Rating | Arizona's quality improvement and rating system | Learn More |
Common questions about child care assistance in Arizona
No, Arizona does not currently have a statewide tri-share program. However, the state has strong early childhood infrastructure through First Things First.
Arizona offers the Child Care Assistance Program through DES, First Things First early childhood services, and the Quality First rating system.
First Things First is Arizona's early childhood development organization funded by tobacco tax revenue, providing services for children birth to age 5.
Yes, employers can implement duo-share programs, offer dependent care FSAs, and partner with Quality First providers to support employees.
Child care in Phoenix averages $10,000-$15,000 per year for infants, making employer-sponsored benefits increasingly valuable for working families.
Employers in Arizona can implement a Duo-Share program immediatelyโa two-way cost split between employer and employee that can be launched in 60-90 days without waiting for government funding.
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