
Rooted Southern California

Childcare
At Rooted Southern California, we know that access to reliable and affordable childcare is essential for parents pursuing work, education, and personal growth. Finding quality childcare can be challenging, especially for families facing financial or language barriers. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of trusted childcare programs, subsidy options, and family support services available in Los Angeles County and Orange County.
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This page provides resources for low-cost and free childcare, early childhood education programs, after-school care, and parent support services to help you find the best options for your family. Whether you need full-time care, part-time programs, or emergency childcare assistance, these organizations are here to support you.
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Browse the listings below to discover childcare solutions that fit your needs and give your family the support it deserves.
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Los Angeles County
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Child Care Resource Center (CCRC)
Provides subsidized child care assistance, early education programs, and resources for families and child care providers to promote child, family, and community well-being. -
Child Care Alliance of Los Angeles (CCALA)
A partnership of ten agencies delivering services to thousands of families and child care providers across Los Angeles County, assisting with finding child care providers and offering support services. -
Connections for ChildrenA nonprofit Child Care Resource and Referral agency serving parents, child care providers, and educators in the Westside and South Bay communities, guiding families toward quality child care services.
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Crystal Stairs
The largest child development service provider and advocate for families and child care providers in South Los Angeles, dedicated to high-quality, culturally centered early care and education. -
Drew Child Development Corporation (Drew CDC)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to the education and well-being of at-risk children in South Los Angeles, providing essential services to underserved and culturally diverse families. -
Pathways LA
A leading Resource and Referral childcare agency in Metro Los Angeles for over 45 years, driven by data and innovation to support families and child care providers. -
Children's Collective
Committed to improving the lives of children and families in South Los Angeles by providing child care and early childhood education services. -
CDCLA (Child Development Consortium of Los Angeles)
A nonprofit providing child care and early childhood education throughout greater Los Angeles County. -
Think Together
Administers the General Child Care and Development Expansion (CCTR) program, partnering with family child care providers to offer subsidized child care assistance in Los Angeles County. -
Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) - Head Start and Early Learning Division
Provides comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services to low-income children and families.
Orange County
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Orange County Head Start, Inc.
Provides Head Start and Early Head Start services throughout Orange County, offering early childhood education and family support services. -
Catalyst Family Inc.
Operates over 75 centers in Orange County, serving over 1,500 children daily, partnering with schools to provide child care services. -
Irvine Child Care Project
Provides quality, affordable, school-age child care through community-based, nonprofit organizations located on elementary school sites for children residing in Irvine or enrolled in the Irvine Unified School District. -
Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) - Family Support Services
Helps subsidize child care payments for eligible families throughout Orange County, funded by the California Department of Social Services. -
Families and Communities Together (FaCT)
A network of Family Resource Centers providing essential family support services, education, and resources to children and families in Orange County. -
YMCA of Orange County
Offers year-round, licensed child care, including full-day summer camps and care during school holidays, focusing on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. -
Children's Home Society of California (CHS)
Provides child care referrals and payment programs, assisting families in finding and affording quality child care in Orange County. -
Think Together
Offers subsidized child care assistance in Orange County through the General Child Care and Development Expansion (CCTR) program, partnering with family child care providers. -
Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) - Local Child Care Resources
Provides information on community care licensing, child care referrals, and payment programs to support families in accessing quality child care services. -
Orange County Social Services Agency - Family Resource Centers
Offers family support services, education, and resources through a network of Family Resource Centers to strengthen and support families in Orange County.
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