State and Territory Profile
STATE/TERRITORY PROFILE - INDIANA
This profile highlights a current innovative effort to promote a subsidy system that is child-focused, family friendly, and fair to providers. It also provides demographic information, Early Care and Education (ECE) program participation and funding, subsidy innovation and program integrity information, program quality improvement activities, and professional development and workforce initiatives. Sources and links are provided at the end of the document.
Demographics
Source(s): U.S. Census Bureau. (2021). In American Community Survey. Single Years of Age and Sex. Retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau: https://data.census.gov/table?q=ACS +Survey+&g=0100000US$0400000&tid=ACSDP1Y2021.DP05
Source(s): U.S. Census Bureau. (2022). In American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates, 2021. B17024: Age By Ratio Of Income To Poverty Level In The Past 12 Months - Universe: Population for whom poverty status is determined. https://data.census.gov/table?q=B17024&tid=ACSDT1Y2021.B17024
Below 100% of Poverty | Below 185% of Poverty | |
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17.91% | 36.6% |
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15.17% | 33.45% |
Source(s): U.S. Census Bureau. (2022). In American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates, 2021. C23008 Age of own Children under 18 Years in Families and Subfamilies by Living Arrangements by Employment Status of Parents: Universe: Own children under 18 years in families and subfamilies.
https://data.census.gov/table?q=C23008&tid=ACSDT1Y2021.C23008
https://data.census.gov/table?q=C23008&tid=ACSDT1Y2021.C23008
ECE Program Participation and Funding
Percentage and Number of Children/Families Served
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Child Care. (2022). FFY 2020 CCDF data tables [Preliminary estimates]. Table 9 Average Monthly Percentages of Children In Care By Age Group https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/data/fy-2020-preliminary-data-table-9
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Child Care. (2022). FFY 2020 CCDF data tables [Preliminary estimates].Table 1 Average Monthly Adjusted Number of Families and Children Served.
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/data/fy-2020-preliminary-data-table-1
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/data/fy-2020-preliminary-data-table-1
Average Monthly Percentages of Children Served in All Types of Care
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Child Care. (2022). FFY 2020 CCDF data tables [Preliminary estimates]. Table 6 Average Monthly
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/data/fy-2020-preliminary-data-table-6
https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/data/fy-2020-preliminary-data-table-6
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$214,582,918 |
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$179,378,173 |
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$35,204,745 |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2021). CCDF Expenditures for FY 2019 (all appropriation years). Table 4a: All expenditures by State- Categorical Summary. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/resource/fy-2018-ccdf-table-4a
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2020). CCDF Expenditures for FY 2018 (all appropriation years). Table 3a - All Expenditures by State – Detailed Summary. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/resource/fy-2018-ccdf-table-3a
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2020). CCDF Expenditures for FY 2018 (all appropriation years). Table 3a - All Expenditures by State – Detailed Summary. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/occ/resource/fy-2018-ccdf-table-3a
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$19,598,806 |
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$19,598,806 |
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Not available |
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Not available |
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Not available |
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$76,508,162 |
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$14,673,160 |
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$61,835,002 |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Family Assistance. (2021). Fiscal Year 2021 TANF Financial Data. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/data/tanf-financial-data-fy-2021
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$54,290 |
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102,480 |
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No |
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No |
Source(s): Internal Revenue Service. (2022). SOI Tax Stats - Historic Table 2, Tax Year 2020. http://www.irs.gov/uac/SOI-Tax-Stats-Historic-Table-2
National Women’s Law Center. (2023). States Can Make Care Less Taxing: Tax Credits Related to Child Care, Tax Year 2022. https://nwlc.org/resource/states-can-make-care-less-taxing-tax-credits-related-to-child-care-tax-year-2022/
National Women’s Law Center. (2023). States Can Make Care Less Taxing: Tax Credits Related to Child Care, Tax Year 2022. https://nwlc.org/resource/states-can-make-care-less-taxing-tax-credits-related-to-child-care-tax-year-2022/
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$55,390,850 |
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1,792 |
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925 |
Source(s): Food Research and Action Center. (2020). State of the States: Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) in FY 2019. http://www.frac.org/maps/sos/tables/sos_tab_cacfp.html
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$119,946,559 |
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Not available |
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10,789 |
Source(s): National Institute for Early Education Research. (2022). The 2021 state of preschool yearbook. https://nieer.org/state-preschool-yearbooks-yearbook2021
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$9,574,622 |
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12,695 |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Education. (2023). Fiscal Years 2022-2024 State Tables for the U.S. Department of Education. https://www2.ed.gov/about/overview/budget/statetables/index.html
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$10,054,869 |
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11,346 |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Education. (2023). Fiscal Years 2022-2024 State Tables for the U.S. Department of Education. https://www2.ed.gov/about/overview/budget/statetables/index.html
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Not available |
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Note: Total Expenditure includes all State/Territory, Local, and Federal dollars. In addition to 3 and 4-year-olds, some Pre-kindergarten programs enroll children of other ages.
Source(s): National Institute for Early Education Research. (2023). The 2022 state of preschool yearbook. https://nieer.org/the-state-of-preschool-yearbook-2022
CCDF Subsidy Program Administration
(a) | (b) | (c) | (d) | |
Family Size | 100 % of SMI ($/Month) | 85% of SMI($/Month) [Multiply(a) by 0.85] |
(IF APPLICABLE) ($/Month) Maximum Initial or First Tier Income Limit (or Threshold) if Lower Than 85% of Current SMI | IF APPLICABLE) (% of SMI) [Divide(c) by (a), multiply by 100] Income Level if Lower Than 85% of Current SMI |
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3 | $5,198.00 | $4,419.00 | $2,161.00 | 0% |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 3.1.3 Family Size of 3: Eligible Children and Families - Income Eligibility at Determination. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Not available |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Not available |
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Yes |
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Described Below |
Documentation of a child with special needs must be made by evidence of enrollment in one or more of the following programs or services: Children with Special Health Care Services as provided by the State of Indiana; or First Steps Early Intervention System for a child professionally diagnosed with disabilities or a copy of the child’s Individualized Education Plan, or Verification of Supplemental Security Income, or Statement from a health care professional which includes the child’s diagnosis. The Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL) has also updated policies and procedures to allow children who turn 13 during their subsidy period to continue services till the end of their subsidy period. This allows for there to be continuity of care and allows for families to plan for care needs. The OECOSL also allows for children participating in the On My Way Pre-k program to have access to a full day of services regardless of the family’s work schedule (i.e. the family is only working part time). This action has been taken to acknowledge the developmental need of Pre-k students and the importance of the Pre-k instructional year preparing them for the beginning of school. |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Reports 3.1.6 and 3.1.6-2: Eligible Children and Families - Approaches Used for Promoting Continuity of Care. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
Children with Special Needs | |
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Yes |
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Not available |
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Yes |
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Not available |
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Yes |
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Described Below |
Documentation of a child with special needs must be made by evidence of enrollment in one or more of the following programs or services:<br /><br />Children with Special Health Care Services as provided by the State of Indiana<br />First Steps Early Intervention System<br />Head Start for a child professionally diagnosed with disabilities<br />A copy of the child's Individualized Education Plan<br />Verification of Supplemental Security Income<br />Statement from a health care professional which includes the child’s diagnosis.<br /><br />Special needs are identified on the CCDF application, and children with special needs receive priorty over other CCDF eligible families. | |
Families with Very Low Incomes | |
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Yes |
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Not available |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Described Below |
Very low Income level is defined as below 100% of the federal poverty level. Familes receive the same priorty as other CCDF eligible familes. Copayments are waived for familis with income under 100% of the Federal Poverty Level. | |
Children Experiencing Homelessness | |
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Yes |
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Not available |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Described Below |
Families who reside in a homeless or a domestic violence shelter, half-way house or in a public place such as a sidewalk, park or car by written response on the CCDF application will receive priority over other CCDF eligible families. | |
Families Receiving TANF* | |
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Yes |
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Not available |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Described Below |
TANF families receive priorty over non-TANF families to receive CCDF services. Co payment is waived for TANF familis who are below poverty level. OECOSL coordinates with the TANF offices in receiving referrals. |
* Includes families receiving TANF program funds, those transitioning off TANF through work activities, or those at risk of becoming dependent on TANF.
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Reports 3.2.2a, 3.2.2b, 3.2.2c, 3.2.2d, 3.2.2a-2, 3.2.2b-2, 3.2.2c-2, and 3.2.2d-2: Increasing Access for Vulnerable Children and Families. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Yes |
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Age | Center | Percentile of most recent MRS | Family Child Care | Percentile of most recent MRS |
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Infant | $ 236.00/ week | 0.2297 | $ 130.00/ week | 0.3994 |
Toddler | $ 209.00/ week | 0.2151 | $ 125.00/ week | 0.4476 |
Preschool | $ 176.00/ week | 0.2719 | $ 100.00/ week | 0.378 |
School Age | $ 166.00/ week | 0.3913 | $ 100.00/ week | 0.6845 |
Effective date of payment rates: 10/1/2018 | ||||
Market rate survey (MRS) date: 6/28/2018 |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 4.3.1: Setting Payment Rates. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 4.2.5a: Setting Payment Rates. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 4.2.5a: Setting Payment Rates. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
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Yes |
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(a) | (b) | (c) | (d) | (e) | (f) | |
Family Size | Lowest “Entry” Income Level Where Family Is First Charged Co-Pay (Greater Than $0) | What Is the Monthly Co-Payment for a Family of This Size Based on the Income Level in (a)? | The Co-Payment in Column (b) is What Percentage of the Income in Column (a)? | Highest “Entry” Income Level Before a Family Is No Longer Eligible | What Is the Monthly Co-Payment for a Family of This Size Based on the Income Level in (d)? | The Co-Payment in Column (e) is What Percentage of the Income in Column (d)? |
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3 | $1,703.00 | $85.00 | 5.00 | $2,161.00 | $151.00 | 7.00% |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 3.4.1a Family Size of 3: Family Contribution to Payment - CCDF Co-Payments by Family Size. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
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Yes |
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CCDF Policy and Procedure Manual<br />2.9.2 CPS SERVICE AND FINANCIAL NEED POLICY <br />The service and financial need requirements are waived for children who have been referred by the CPS caseworker as needing out of home care as part of the CPS case plan. |
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Yes |
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Described Below |
CCDF Policy and Procedure Manual <br />OMW 3.11.1 CO-PAYMENT POLICY <br />Applicants chosen and determined eligible for the OMW program will not be charged a family co-payment during the entire subsidy period. These children are considered a CCDF priority. |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 3.4.4: Family Contribution to Payment - Family Contribution to Payment. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
Health and Safety
Age of Children | Child-Staff Ratio | Group Size |
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Infant (11 months) | 4:1 | 8 |
Toddler (35 months) | 7:1 | 14 |
Preschool (59months) | 10:1 | 20 |
School-age (6 years) | 15:1 | 30 |
School-age (10 years and older) | 15:1 | 30 |
If any of the responses above are different for exempt child care centers, describe which requirements apply: | Described Below | |
Exempt providers, that care for more than 16 children and accept CCDF vouchers, must maintain the same ratios and group size requirement as licensed centers. Licensed exempt providers, caring for 16 or fewer children and accept CCDF vouchers, must meet the same ratio and group size requirements for a licensed child care home. Teacher/caregiver qualifications for exempt centers must be eighteen (18) years of age. |
Source(s): National Center on Early Childhood Quality Assurance. (2021). 2020 Child Care Licensing Study: Analysis of child care licensing regulations. [Unpublished data].
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 5.2.1a-5_6_7: Standards on ratios, group sizes, and qualifications for CCDF providers.– exempt child care centers. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 5.2.1a-5_6_7: Standards on ratios, group sizes, and qualifications for CCDF providers.– exempt child care centers. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
Quality Improvement
Yes/No | CCDF Funds | Other Funds | Other (describe) | |
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Supporting the training and professional development of the child care workforce | Yes | Yes | Yes | Described Below |
Developing, maintaining, or implementing early learning and developmental guidelines | Yes | Yes | Not available | Not available |
Developing, implementing, or enhancing a tiered quality rating and improvement system | Yes | Yes | Not available | Not available |
Improving the supply and quality of child care services for infants and toddlers | Yes | Yes | Not available | Not available |
Establishing or expanding a statewide system of CCR&R services | Yes | Yes | Not available | Not available |
Facilitating compliance with state/territory requirements for inspection, monitoring, training, and health and safety standards | Yes | Yes | Not available | Not available |
Evaluating and assessing the quality and effectiveness of child care services within the state/territorys | Yes | Yes | Not available | Not available |
Supporting accreditation | Yes | Yes | Not available | Not available |
Supporting state/territory or local efforts to develop high-quality program standards relating to health, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and physical development | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not available |
Other activities determined by the state/territory to improve the quality of child care services and which measurement of outcomes related to improved provider preparedness, child safety, child well-being, or kindergarten entry is possible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Described Below |
Other (describe) | |
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Supporting the training and professional development of the child care workforce | Described Below |
Developing, maintaining, or implementing early learning and developmental guidelines | Not available |
Developing, implementing, or enhancing a tiered quality rating and improvement system | Not available |
Improving the supply and quality of child care services for infants and toddlers | Not available |
Facilitating compliance with state/territory requirements for inspection, monitoring, training, and health and safety standards | Not available |
Evaluating and assessing the quality and effectiveness of child care services within the state/territorys | Not available |
Supporting accreditation | Not available |
Supporting state/territory or local efforts to develop high-quality program standards relating to health, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and physical development | Not available |
Other activities determined by the state/territory to improve the quality of child care services and which measurement of outcomes related to improved provider preparedness, child safety, child well-being, or kindergarten entry is possible | Described Below |
Source(s):
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Reports 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-1: Use of Quality Funds - Supporting the training and professional development of the child care workforce. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-2: Use of Quality Funds - Developing, maintaining, or implementing early learning and developmental guidelines. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-3: Use of Quality Funds - Developing, implementing, or enhancing a tiered quality rating and improvement system. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-4: Use of Quality Funds - Improving the supply and quality of child care services for infants and toddlers. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-5: Use of Quality Funds - Establishing or expanding a statewide system of CCR&R services. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-6: Use of Quality Funds - Facilitating compliance with state/territory requirements for inspection, monitoring, training, and health and safety standards. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-7: Use of Quality Funds - Evaluating and assessing the quality and effectiveness of child care services within the state/territory. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-8: Use of Quality Funds - Supporting accreditation. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-9: Use of Quality Funds - Supporting state/territory or local efforts to develop high-quality program standards relating to health, mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and physical development. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 7.2.1 and 7.2.1-10: Use of Quality Funds - Other activities determined by the state/territory to improve the quality of child care services and which measurement of outcomes related to improved provider preparedness, child safety, child well-being, or kindergarten entry is possible. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
Application in other languages (application document, brochures, provider notices) | Yes |
Informational materials in non-English languages | Yes |
Website in non-English languages | Yes |
Lead Agency accepts applications at local community-based locations | Yes |
Bilingual caseworkers or translators available | Not available |
Bilingual outreach workers | Yes |
Partnerships with community-based organizations | Yes |
Other | Yes |
Describe Other: | Described Below |
The local CCR&R and CCDF Intake agencies are required to provide outreach to english languge learners and to accommodate eligible persons with disabilities or special needs. The accommodations could include going to the person's home to take an application or providing sign language. Partnerships with community based organizations assist in identifying and providing appropriate accommodations. Inclusion specialists are available to provide on-site technical assistance for child care programs serving children with special needs. Enhanced child care referral services are available to families from the CCR&R to help find a child care provider for their child with special needs. The Lead Agency hosts a website that shares information about available family and provider supports. The Lead Agency has provided all Intake Agents, CCR&R agencies, and Child Care Licensing Consultants with the "FSSA Resource Guide". This guide is dedicated to helping Hoosiers live productive, safe and healthy lives. The information in this guide is designed to help providers, community serving agencies and faith-based organizations connect those who are in need with services. The guide is available online for providers at http://www.in.gov/fssa/files/FSSA_Resource_Guide.pdf. |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 2.1.1-1 and 2.1.1-2: Outreach to Families with Limited English Proficiency - Strategies the Lead Agency or partners utilize to provide outreach and services to eligible families for whom English is not their first language. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
Applications and public informational materials available in Braille and other communication formats for access by individuals with disabilities | Not available |
Websites that are accessible (e.g., Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act) | Yes |
Caseworkers with specialized training/experience in working with individuals with disabilities | Not available |
Ensuring accessibility of environments and activities for all children | Yes |
Partnerships with state and local programs and associations focused on disability-related topics and issues | Not available |
Partnerships with parent associations, support groups, and parent-to-parent support groups, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) federally funded Parent Training and Information Centers | Yes |
Partnerships with state and local IDEA Part B, Section 619 and Part C providers and agencies | Yes |
Availability and/or access to specialized services (e.g., mental health, behavioral specialists, therapists) to address the needs of all children | Yes |
Other | Yes |
Describe Other: | Described Below |
The local CCR&R and CCDF Intake agencies are required to provide outreach and to accommodate eligible persons with disabilities or special needs. The accommodations could include going to the person's home to take an application or providing sign language. Partnerships with community based organizations assist in identifying and providing appropriate accommodations. Inclusion specialists are available to provide on-site technical assistance for child care programs serving children with special needs. Enhanced child care referral services are available to families from the CCR&R to help find a child care provider for their child with special needs. The Lead Agency hosts a website that shares information about available family and provider supports. The Lead Agency has provided all Intake Agents, CCR&R agencies, and Child Care Licensing Consultants with the "FSSA Resource Guide". This guide is dedicated to helping Hoosiers live productive, safe and healthy lives. The information in this guide is designed to help providers, community serving agencies and faith-based organizations connect those who are in need with services. The guide is available online for providers at http://www.in.gov/fssa/files/FSSA_Resource_Guide.pdf. |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 2.1.2-1 and 2.1.2-2: Outreach to Families with Limited English Proficiency - Strategies the Lead Agency or partners utilize to provide outreach and services to eligible families with a person(s) with a disability. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.
How the Lead Agency ensures that its website is consumer-friendly and easily accessible | The State hosted site, www.childcarefinder.in.gov (CCF) has detailed information available about the types of care available, provides definitions of the type of child care programs available, as well as a search of regulated providers where families can view inspection reports, validated complaints, and negative actions that have been taken, child care locations, quality levels and capacities. This CCF site is accessible in four languages: English, German, Spanish and Burmese, and it is compatible with adaptive technologies. The site www.brighterfuturesindiana.org is accessible in English with many components available in Spanish. The Brighter Futures site is geared towards families and includes additional information, including videos to explain the diversity of care, information on developmental milestones and support for parents seeking resources, parent tips and support resources, information on the Indiana Early Learning Foundations, and links to CCF. Each site has linked childcare search tools available and include a wide array of information. The Brighter Futures site has both content and videos translated into Spanish, and it is compatible with adaptive technologies so all families can learn about Early Learning Foundations and Best Practices for families in supporting their children. The third site focuses on the state-funded On My Way Pre-K grant program for early childhood providers http://providers.brighterfuturesindiana.org/ . This site houses information regarding how to become an approved On My Way Pre-k provider, the application process, information about how to talk to families about the program, and payment practices. The last site, http://www.in.gov/fssa/2552.htm provides regulatory information about Indiana’s program. This site provides information about the licensing rules, market rates, payment practices, background checks and other information pertaining to the Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL). This site is 508 compliant and has Google Translate available as well as Browse Aloud which reads the text or a text only version. |
How the website ensures the widest possible access to services for families that speak languages other than English | The ChildCareFinder website is translated availabile in four languages: English Spanish German Burmese The Brighter Futures website has videos and content in both English and Spanish. |
How the website ensures the widest possible access to services for persons with disabilities | All three websites are compatible with adaptive technologies and meet ADA standards. |
Source(s): U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. (2019). Report 2.3.1, 2.3.1, and 2.3.3: Consumer Education Website. ACF-118 Data Submission Center.