Finding affordable, high quality child care can be a challenge.  Child care can be one of the largest household expenses for a family. New York State provides market rate guidelines on the average cost of child care in Erie County.  No matter what type of child care you are considering, there are resources that may help reduce child care costs. 

For information on tax credits and other programs that can assist working families in New York State visit: www.mybenefits.ny.gov or call
1-800-342-3009.

 Making Child Care Affordable Brochure

 Financial Resources for Child Care