Sittercity 
Military families (active, reserve and guard) are eligible for memberships to Sittercity, which are fully paid by the Department of Defense. Sittercity helps parents to find local babysitters, child care providers, nannies, elder care providers, dog walkers, housekeepers and tutors. Sittercity provides military families with instant access to comprehensive caregiver profiles which include background checks, references, reviews, pictures and much more. In addition, servicemembers and their families will be able to connect with Military Certified care-providers on Sittercity such as Family Child Care (FCC) homes that are military subsidized and/or authorized access to a military installation. The program also provides FCC Providers with an opportunity to register so that military families can find them. The website for provider registration is located at www.sittercity.com/militarysitters

Washington State Child Care Resource and Referral Network
Helps parents find out which child care providers have openings, based on geographical area, age of children, hours of operation, and other specialized needs. In addition, you can receive a packet of specialized materials with resources on parenting and choosing child care; referrals to other agencies; and answers to specific questions about your child care needs. Robust website includes checklists, provider background, and links.  800-446-1114

Air Force Fee Assistance Programs
Child Care Aware has a short list of programs for military families in unique circumstances

Head Start and Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP)
A Kindergarten readiness program for income-eligible families; other eligibility criteria include diagnosed disability, foster child or other special circumstances. There are many in the area, but no website with a complete listing. Please search the internet for locations and contact information

Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery
A free service for parents experiencing stress due to parenting, illness, domestic violence, homelessness, employment, school, or other crisis situations. Offers a safe, stable place for children when families are overwhelmed and need help. Also offers outreach, support and training to families to prevent child abuse and neglect and help families offer safe and nurturing home environments. Families can use the service for up to 72 hours at a time. 509-535-3155

Cooperative Preschools
Coordinated by Community Colleges of Spokane. Please see website for locations, hours and additional details

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