activities · 11
what they do
direct service · 9
- Car Seat Safety Services Car Seat & Safe Sleep DistributionProvides free car seat installation checks by appointment using a Certified Passenger Safety Technician.
- Child Care Payment Assistance AdministrationAdministers state- and county-contracted child care payment assistance programs—including CalWORKs Stages One through Three and the Alternative Payment Program (CAPP)—providing full or partial reimbursement for child care services to eligible families in Oakland and Southern Alameda County. Offers online enrollment, provider changes, document uploads, and access to payment status and approval notices via a family portal.
- Child Care Payment Assistance Programs Subsidized Child Care Access ProgramsAdministers state- and county-contracted child care payment assistance programs—including CalWORKs Stages One, Two, and Three, and the Alternative Payment Program (CAPP)—providing full or partial reimbursement for child care services to eligible families in Oakland and Southern Alameda County. Includes online enrollment, provider changes, payment verification, and document submission via a family portal.
- Child Care Referral ServicesProvides free, personalized referrals to licensed child care facilities in Southern Alameda County through phone, online platforms, and a referral line with staff response within two business days. Services are available to all parents and include multilingual resources to support screening and visiting child care providers.
- Child Care Referral ServicesProvides free, personalized referrals to licensed child care facilities in Southern Alameda County through phone, online platforms, and a dedicated referral line, with staff responding to inquiries within two business days. Offers multilingual resources and guidance to help parents screen and visit child care centers or homes, including support for infants, toddlers, and children with special needs.
- Essential Needs Distribution Essential Goods and Food Distribution EventsDistributes diapers, clothing, and other essential items to community members through the RISE program and hosts monthly food distribution events at the Hayward office.
- Free Tax Preparation Services Free Tax Preparation via VITA and AARP ProgramsOffers free tax preparation and filing services for low-income individuals and families through its VITA site.
- Support for Special Needs and Universal Transitional KindergartenOffers targeted support for children with special needs through inclusion practices guidance and assists families in accessing Universal Transitional Kindergarten before-and-after school options via direct staff support.
- Support for Universal Transitional KindergartenOffers direct staff assistance to families seeking before-and-after school care options related to Universal Transitional Kindergarten.
capacity building · 2
- Capacity Building for Child Care Providers Early Care Provider Training & SupportOffers trainings and workshops to child care providers to support professional development and quality care delivery.
- Child Care Provider Training and Capacity Building Early Care Provider Training & SupportOffers trainings and workshops to child care providers to support professional development and program quality.
strategies · 16
how they think
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- Barrier reduction through financial guidance barrier_reduction_through_informationReduces access barriers for low-income families by integrating financial accessibility information and support into child care assistance services.
- Barrier reduction through information and financial guidance barrier_reduction_through_informationReduces access barriers for low-income families by integrating financial accessibility information and support into child care assistance services.
- Digital service delivery optimization digital_service_deliveryStreamlines access to child care services and administrative processes through online forms and a dedicated portal, improving efficiency and user experience for families.
- Digital service delivery optimization digital_service_deliveryStreamlines access to child care services and administrative processes through online forms and a family-facing portal for payment and approval information.
- Family information and outreach family_information_and_outreachImproves access to subsidized child care by delivering clear, multilingual, and accessible information through program guides, tip sheets, and outreach efforts tailored to diverse family needs.
- Family outreach and information accessibility family_information_and_outreachImproves access to subsidized child care by delivering clear, multilingual, and accessible information through program guides, tip sheets, and targeted outreach to support informed decision-making.
- Inclusive early childhood development inclusive_early_childhood_developmentPromotes inclusive child care environments where children of all abilities learn together, supporting mutual development and equitable early education experiences.
- Inclusive early childhood environments inclusive early childhood developmentPromotes inclusive child care settings where children of all abilities learn together, supporting mutual development and equitable access to early learning.
- Parent-centered decision support parent-centered_decision_supportEmpowers parents to make informed child care decisions by providing comprehensive, accessible information and resources, operating on the belief that parents are best positioned to make choices for their families.
- Parent-centered decision support parent-centered_decision_supportEmpowers parents to make informed child care choices by providing comprehensive, accessible information and resources, operating on the belief that parents are best positioned to make decisions for their families.
- Priority-based enrollment system priority-based-enrollmentUses a structured prioritization framework based on child protection risk and income eligibility to ensure equitable access to child care services in alignment with state statute.
- Priority-based enrollment system priority-based-enrollmentUses a structured prioritization framework based on child protection risk and income eligibility to allocate child care services in alignment with state statutory requirements.
- Provider capacity building provider_support_and_capacity_buildingStrengthens the quality and sustainability of child care services by offering training, business counseling, and professional development to child care providers.
- Provider support and capacity building provider_support_and_capacity_buildingStrengthens the quality and sustainability of child care services by offering training, business counseling, and professional development to child care providers.
- Resource and referral network integration resource_and_referral_networkConnects families and child care providers with essential resources, financial assistance, and community partners to improve access to affordable, quality child care through coordinated support systems.
- Work-support through child care assistance work-supportEnables parental participation in employment, education, and welfare-to-work programs by providing child care payment assistance, aligning economic support with child development goals.
named programs · 13
what they call their work
CalWORKs Stage 2
Provides child care services to parents either still receiving cash aid or discontinued from aid within the previous 24 months, living in Southern Alameda County or Oakland.
CalWORKs Stage 3
Provides child care services for parents transitioning from other CalWORKs stages, subject to funding availability.
CalWORKs Stage One
Provides child care services to parents new to the CalWORKs program, referred from the County Welfare Department, living in Southern Alameda County.
CalWORKs Stage One, Two, and Three
State-funded child care programs for families participating in or transitioning out of CalWORKs, administered by 4Cs in Alameda County
California Alternative Payment Program (CAPP)
Provides subsidized child care options for eligible families.
Child Care Payment Assistance Programs (CAPP)
Provides full or partial reimbursement for child care services to eligible families in Alameda County based on income and need, supporting employment, education, and welfare-to-work activities
Child Care Payment Programs (CAPP, CalWORKs Stage One, 2, 3 and Foster Care)
Provides full or partial reimbursement of child care services for eligible families in Alameda County to support parents' employment, education, welfare-to-work activities, or other needs.
County Foster Care Program
Provides child care services for children in foster care.
Foster Care Child Care Program
Provides child care services on behalf of children in foster care in Alameda County
Resource & Referral (R&R) Services
Offers child care search support, provider referrals, and information on licensing and quality to families in Southern Alameda County
Resource and Referral Department
Offers information and guidance to parents on choosing child care, understanding licensing requirements, and finding local child care providers.
TrustLine
Assists parents in conducting criminal background checks for in-home child care providers (nannies and babysitters) in California.
TrustLine Application Processing
Assists parents in submitting fingerprint-based background check applications for in-home caregivers through California’s TrustLine program
relationships · 9
who they work with
- 2-1-1 Alameda County Partner — Refers families to 2-1-1 Alameda County for additional community resources.
- Alameda County Government — Contracts with 4Cs to administer child care payment programs and refers families to specific programs.
- CAPP Government — Administers CAPP child care payment assistance program for eligible families.
- CalFresh Government — Helps connect families to CalFresh benefits through family support services.
- CalWORKs Government — Administers CalWORKs child care payment programs for eligible families.
- Community Care Licensing Government — Collaborates with state licensing authorities to provide families with access to child care licensing and complaint records.
- IRS VITA Program Government — Operates a VITA site offering free tax preparation and filing services in partnership with the IRS.
- Resource and Referral Network Network — Directs families outside Southern Alameda County to their local Resource and Referral agency through the statewide network.
- State of California Government — Contracts with 4Cs to administer child care payment programs in Alameda County.