The Resource Connection is proud to offer financial assistance programs to Amador and Calaveras County residents. These programs are designed to help income-eligible families cover the expenses associated with childcare services. Funding is provided through a combination of federal, state and local agencies. When funding allows, The Resource Connection will open enrollment to new families based on our Childcare Eligibility List (CEL).

Childcare Eligibility List (CEL)

• The Childcare Eligibility List determines which families should be served first
• The family is ranked by gross family income, family size and other needs. Income is verified prior to enrollment
• Children receiving CPS, or children at risk of being neglected or abused are given priority
• If a child lives with a guardian/foster parent only the child's income is used to determine the family's rank

To be placed on our Childcare Eligibility List, please use our on-line application-

==> CEL Application - Amador County

==> CEL Application - Calaveras County

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Subsidy Income Requirements

Below are the family size/income levels for qualification. There are other situations besides income that could qualify you - the application will help determine if you qualify.

Family Size	Makes less than a month	Makes less than a year	Family Size	Makes less than a month	Makes less than a year
1-2	$7,119	$85,434	7	$13,009	$156,110
3	$8,054	$96,652	8	$13,298	$159,580
4	$9,636	$115,637	9	$13,587	$163,049
5	$11,178	$134,139	10	$13,876	$166,518
6	$12,720	$152,641	11	$14,166	$169,987

(as of 7/1/2026)

To report suspected subsidy fraud, please call CDSS at 1-800-344-8477 or to report by email, send to: FraudHotline@cdss.ca.gov.