Hawaii Child Care Connection

Childcare Assistance · Hawaii · Free

Hawaii's CCDF-funded childcare subsidy program is administered by DHS and helps qualifying working mothers pay for childcare across all islands. Call 808-586-5230 weekdays 7:45am to 4:30pm to start an application. Bring proof of income, work or school verification, and your child's birth certificate and immunization records. Copay scales with income.

Contact & Details

Address: Statewide Offices

Phone: 808-586-5230

Hours: Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm

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