We will serve children ages 0-12 years old.

The hours of operation will vary for each child care center.  Please check their individual website page.

Yes, temperature and symptom screenings will done on all staff and children prior to entry and all children will be screened before entering the facility. Drop-off will take place outside of the building which allows us to keep parents/caregivers out of the building as well as health screen children prior to coming into the building.

No, we ask that the children bring their own meals, snacks and supplies to prevent cross-contamination.

At this time, we have not been made aware of any staff or member that has tested positive for coronavirus.

If you child has schoolwork during the day, staff will do their best to assist them with this, however, it is the parent's responsibility to check their schoolwork at the end of the day and ensure that homework is handed in to the child's school.  We ask that all students bring ALL of their own school supplies including paper, pencils, crayons, books, forks/knives, napkins, extra clothes in the case of spills, and any handheld devices.

If you or your child are sick with a fever (100.4F/38C or higher), have a cough or have trouble breathing, please stay home and call your doctor. If your child has symptoms of illness, please keep them at home.

• We will ensure proper handwashing for at least 20 seconds before eating, after using the bathroom, after blowing your nose or coughing and at multiple points throughout the day.
• Our daily itinerary includes cleaning surfaces and handwashing hourly or more, as needed including before arrival, before and after meals, before and after going outside, using the bathroom, blowing their nose or touching their face.
• We provide disinfectants and sanitizers throughout our facility
• We disinfect surfaces multiple times throughout the day
• Nightly cleaning crews disinfect surfaces thoroughly

If you currently receive child care assistance under the state’s Child Care Subsidy Program or are eligible for it, your child care costs will be fully covered by the state. If you are unsure, you can go to www.childcarenj.gov and use the calculator to see if you are likely eligible and learn more about the program.

For all other families, the Emergency Child Care Assistance Program is now available to assist with payment. If you meet the definition of an essential employee and have child care needs, click here to register. You will then be contacted by one of the state’s resource & referral agencies within 2 business days. You can utilize the child care services while your application is pending.

ALL REGISTRANTS must complete an application at www.childcarenj.gov/child-care-for-covid-19.

The YMCA also has Financial Assistance available. Applications are available online at www.ymcaofmewsa.org or in the office.