Child Care
Child care provides a nurturing and safe space for your kids so you can focus on other parts of your life, like work, school, and your own wellbeing. Many parents and caregivers in Maine have a hard time finding or paying for child care. If you do too, support is available.
I want someone to help me figure it out
Help Me Grow Maine
If you have a child 8 years old or younger, you can talk to a family support specialist. They can help find community resources that may meet your needs and suggest other supports.
I want help paying for child care
Child Care Affordability Program
You can apply for help paying for child care.
I'm looking for child care
Child Care Choices
You can search for child care options locally.
Maine Camps
You can search for summer camps, including camps with scholarships and financial aid.
I want to know what else is out there
211 Maine
If you don't find the information you need here or want to explore other options, you can get free and confidential information and support 24/7.
Be There for ME is for all parents and caregivers in Maine, and the people who support them. Finding support can be hard and take time. Make that first step today, even if you’re not sure where to go. The resources on this website are judgement-free places to start to find support.
