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Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) - Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) - Lafayette Building

Child Care and Early Education Programs

444 Lafayette Rd N, St. Paul, MN 55155

Hours

8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Application process

For applications for Child Care Assistance Program, contact your local county or Tribal Nation social service agency, or apply online. Visit the ParentAware website for information on rated programs and earning Parent Aware ratings.

Site Service Area

Statewide

Programs help make quality child care affordable for income-eligible families and support efforts that improve the overall quality of care across the state. Programs include:
  • Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) - Provides financial assistance to help families with low incomes pay for child care
  • Parent Aware - Helps families find quality child care and education programs
  • Support for Family, Friends & Neighbors (FFN) Caring for Children - Provides training and resources for FFN caregivers

Last Update

05/13/2026

Providing organization

Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS)

Organization URL

https://mn.gov/dhs