Examples of Family Situations

Child Care Assistance Will Cover

Both parents are in an authorized activity.

The time periods when both parents are participating simultaneously in authorized activities – including travel times and meals or breaks.

One parent:
Complying with an employment plan.

Other parent:
Unable to provide care for the children as determined by a licensed physician, licensed psychologist, or the local social services agency.

The time periods when the parent with an employment plan is scheduled for activities.

One parent:
Participating in authorized activities.

Other parent:
Not participating in authorized activities.

No time – because the other parent is available to care for the child.

One parent:
Self-employed.

Other parent:
Participating in employment plan activities.

The time periods when both parents are participating simultaneously in authorized activities – including travel times and meals or breaks.

One parent:
Receiving MFIP benefits with an employment plan.

Other parent:
Not receiving MFIP benefits and not working or in an education activity.

No time – because the other parent is available to care for the child.

One parent:
Receiving MFIP benefits and has an employment plan.

Other parent:
Not receiving MFIP benefits and is working or in education or training.

The time periods when both parents are participating simultaneously in authorized activities – including travel times and meals or breaks