At Early Years we make child care affordable, accessible and high-quality for everyone. Our Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) program connects families to trusted care, empowers providers with training, supports employers with workforce solutions and strengthens communities through quality early learning.
Program
Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R)
Empowering families, providers, employers and communities with child care solutions.
Affordability, accessibility and quality.
At CCR&R, we…
Connect Families
to quality early education and school-age programs that meet their needs
Elevate Providers
with training and tools to deliver safe, high-quality care for children
Inform Employers and Communities
with insights for planning stronger child care systems and policies
CCR&R for Families
Early Years’ Child Care Referral Central (CCRC) program simplifies families’ child care search with expert guidance. Our referral specialists offer personalized referrals to local programs, insights on NC’s Star Rated Licensing system and support to afford quality care.
Get referrals to local child care programs.
Assess the quality of programs near me.
Explore options to afford quality child care.
CCR&R for Early Educators
Early Years partners with child care programs to strengthen quality and support growth. From Child Care Referral Central to professional development and technical assistance, we offer services that help providers improve operations, enhance care, and connect with essential resources.
Professional Development
Build skills and improve program quality through our professional development opportunities.
Child and Adult Care Food Program
We help family child care homes serve nutritious meals by sponsoring the USDA’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Technical Assistance
Receive tailored coaching and technical assistance to boost quality across your program.
Child Care Referral Central
List your program with CCRC to reach more families, fill vacancies and stay up-to-date online.
Child Care Scholarship Program
We help families in Durham County and Orange County access affordable, high-quality child care through locally funded scholarships.
spoonFULL
spoonFULL makes it easy for centers to serve nutritious meals by providing fresh, affordable, ready-to-heat options.
Questions? We can help!
For more information about Early Years’ Child Care Resource and Referral services, contact CCR&R Council Coordinator at Early Years, Mary Erwin.
