Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies – contracted by the NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development – are your community connection to all the child care resources you need. CCR&Rs are always by your side – empowering families, uplifting providers, strengthening communities and building brighter futures for New Jersey's children. Every day, CCR&Rs ensure families find affordable, high-quality child care, support providers to grow and thrive so children get the best start in life. Located in every county, CCR&Rs have trained staff to: Help You Understand Your Options If you’re not sure what kind of child care is right for your family, CCR&Rs will explain the different types – like centers, home-based care or preschool programs – and what to look for in a safe, nurturing environment. They can also provide you with a list of available child care options that matches what you're looking for. Connect You to Financial Help CCR&R staff can provide you with information on available programs that can lower your costs, including connecting you to school-based preschool and Head Start as well as providers who have sliding scale fees, scholarships, etc. Support Child Care Providers CCR&Rs assist providers with getting licensed or starting a child care business. This includes provider trainings, workshops, technical assistance, coaching, professional development and shared services to strengthen the quality of programs.
Select your county below to see contact information for your local CCR&R:
