While New Mexico does not have a tri-share program, the following child care assistance options are available:
| Program | Type | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico Child Care Assistance | Subsidy | State child care assistance for working families | Learn More |
| New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Trust Fund | Trust Fund | Permanent fund for early childhood programs | Learn More |
| FOCUS | Quality Rating | Quality rating and improvement system | Learn More |
Common questions about child care assistance in New Mexico
No, New Mexico does not have a tri-share program. However, the state has the Early Childhood Education and Care Trust Fund providing significant early childhood funding.
New Mexico's Early Childhood Education and Care Trust Fund is a permanent fund that provides ongoing funding for early childhood programs, including child care assistance.
New Mexico offers child care assistance through CYFD, the Early Childhood Trust Fund programs, and FOCUS quality ratings.
Yes, New Mexico employers can implement duo-share programs and offer dependent care benefits to help employees.
Child care in New Mexico averages $8,000-$11,000 per year for infants, with costs varying by region.
Employers in New Mexico 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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