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For more information, contact your local CCR&R or call the Child Care Helpline 1-800-332-9227
To report abuse call the Child Abuse Hotline 1-877 NJ ABUSE
Or make a complaint about a child care center call 1-877-667-9845

Notices

Activate Your Families First EBT Card Today!

Your benefits will automatically transfer to your new card when it is activated. 

Activate your new card when you receive it. Your old card stopped working on October 20, 2026.

Activate your new card to use your November benefits.

If you live in Cumberland, Essex or Mercer county - Your old EBT card no longer works and you will not be able to activate your new card if you have not activated it yet. Contact your County Social Service Agency to check your address before requesting a new card. 


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Child Care Assistance Program - Fully Reopened

The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) is now fully reopened, providing access to all eligible families seeking child care assistance.Applying_for_CCAP.png

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