Instructions for Child and Adult Care Food Program Meal Benefit Income Eligibility Application - Arizona (English / Spanish)

This document was released by Arizona Department of Education and contains the most recent official instructions for Child and Income Eligibility Application - Child Care Center .

FAQ

Q: What is the Child and Adult Care Food Program?
A: The Child and Adult Care Food Program is a federal program that provides nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children and adults in child care settings.

Q: Who can participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program?
A: Child care centers in Arizona can participate in the program if they meet certain requirements and are approved by the state.

Q: What is the Meal Benefit Income Eligibility Application?
A: The Meal Benefit Income Eligibility Application is a form that families can fill out to determine if they are eligible for free or reduced-price meals through the program.

Q: Who should fill out the Meal Benefit Income Eligibility Application?
A: Parents or guardians of children attending participating child care centers should fill out the application.

Q: What information will be needed to fill out the application?
A: You will need to provide information about your household income and the number of people living in your household.

Q: How long does it take to process the application?
A: The application processing time can vary, but typically takes about 10 business days.

Q: What happens after the application is approved?
A: If your application is approved, your child will be eligible for free or reduced-price meals at the child care center.

Q: What should I do if my income or household size changes?
A: If your income or household size changes, you should notify the child care center as soon as possible so that your eligibility can be reassessed.

Q: Can children receive meals if they are not eligible for free or reduced-price meals?
A: Yes, children who are not eligible for free or reduced-price meals can still receive meals through the program, but at the full price.

Q: Is the Meal Benefit Income Eligibility Application available in Spanish?
A: Yes, the application is available in both English and Spanish.