Childcare

Helping families find safe, affordable, and supportive care for their children.

At Bright Star Support Services, we know how important quality childcare is—for a child’s development and a family’s stability. That’s why we work hand-in-hand with families to help them find trusted, affordable childcare options in their community.

We don’t provide childcare directly, but we make the process easier by helping families:

Understand their options (licensed centers, in-home care, Head Start programs, etc.)
Navigate Maryland’s Child Care Scholarship Program
Fill out applications and gather documentation
Identify openings at local providers
Connect with early learning programs that meet their child’s needs

Our goal is to take the stress out of the search, so families can feel confident knowing their children are in good hands.

WHY IT MATTERS

When children are nurtured in safe, enriching environments, they grow, learn, and thrive. And when parents can access reliable care, they’re better able to work, study, or get back on their feet. Childcare is more than supervision—it’s a lifeline.

We Can Help With

Applying for childcare scholarships or subsidies
Finding programs that accept state vouchers
Locating programs with openings for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers
Accessing inclusive care for children with special needs
Referring families to providers with extended hours or transportation support

Need Help Finding Childcare?

Fill out our Family Support Request Form. One of our team members will follow up with you to walk through your next steps and connect you with the right resources.

👉 Get Support Now – Fill Out the Form

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💬 What We Offer

Help finding licensed childcare providers and early learning programs
Support applying for Maryland’s Child Care Scholarship Program
Guidance through application paperwork and income verification
Assistance locating inclusive care for children with special needs
Referrals to Head Start, Early Head Start, or home-based providers
Navigation of waitlists, vouchers, and provider availability

✨ We Support Families Who:

Need care for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children
Require flexible or extended-hour childcare due to work schedules
Are new to Maryland’s childcare system
Are caring for children with behavioral, sensory, or medical needs
Want help understanding affordable, high-quality options

🛠 How We Help

Walk families through the Child Care Scholarship (CCS) application process
Help gather income, employment, and residency documentation
Contact local providers on your behalf to check availability
Explain options like licensed centers, in-home providers, or Head Start
Assist in identifying inclusive childcare options for children with special needs
Provide printed resources and referrals for trusted programs in your area

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