Resources available for families without child care after Dilworth daycare abruptly closed

CLAY COUNTY, Minn. (KVRR) – Following the recent closure of a day care center in Dilworth, Clay County leaders want to remind people of the resources available in times like these.

Information about open positions and available child care can be found at www.parentaware.org.

There are also services for family members or friends who may step in to help those who have lost child care.

If you own or operate a daycare in Clay County and have openings, they would like to hear from you.

Family-based providers can email [email protected].

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To parents and primary carers who are or are affected by the closure of the center
We are struggling to access child care in our county. We know this is a stressful time and we
I want you to know that there are resources:
• Information about vacancies and childcare can be found at
www.ParentAware.org or call 888-291-9811.
• CAPLP Child Care Aware provides services to family members, friends or
Neighbors who may step in to provide care and support in this situation
includes services for non-English speaking parents and caregivers. Call Migdalia
at 218-593-0686.
• Families receiving a MN Early Learning Scholarship who have questions about it
If you would like to transfer the scholarship to another program, please contact CAPLP Scholarship
Team member Matti at 218-512-1598.
• CAPLP Head Start is available to preschool children. Contact Tiffany at
218-512-1515 or apply here

Please help us assess local centers and family-based child care facilities in Clay County
Free places!
• All providers are encouraged to update their open childcare offerings
Parent Aware at www.ParentAware.org or call 888-291-9811.
• Family-based providers can contact your Clay County licensor for further assistance
by email at Child [email protected] or by phone at 218-299-5200.
• For child care programs interested in supporting families with MN Early Learning
Scholarships by participating in Parent Aware, you can learn more by reaching out
Contact Alicia, CAPLP’s Parent Aware Navigator, at 218-979-0783.