--- title: 5 Myths About Child Care Subsidy — And What You Need to Know description: Discover the truth about child care subsidies and find out how to qualify easily with support from Child Care Aware® of Missouri. Learn more today! image: https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hubfs/Katelyns%20partner%20pub%20pics%20(29)%20(5).png --- [![Child Care Aware of Missouri Logo](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Child%20Care%20Aware%20Logo%20(1).png?width=666&height=414&name=Child%20Care%20Aware%20Logo%20(1).png "Child Care Aware of Missouri Logo")](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication) Open main menu Close main menu [Show Me Child Care Resources](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/show-me-child-care-resources) # 5 Myths About Child Care Subsidy — And What You Need to Know [Child Care Aware® of Missouri](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/author/child-care-aware-of-missouri) [Share this blog post via Email](mailto:?subject=%3Cspan+id%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper_name%22+class%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper+hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field+hs_cos_wrapper_type_text%22+style%3D%22%22+data-hs-cos-general-type%3D%22meta_field%22+data-hs-cos-type%3D%22text%22+%3E5+Myths+About+Child+Care+Subsidy+%E2%80%94+And+What+You+Need+to+Know%3C%2Fspan%3E&body=I+found+this+interesting+blog+post%3A+https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/cckmw-5-myths-about-child-care-subsidy-and-what-you-need-to-know) [Share this blog post on Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/cckmw-5-myths-about-child-care-subsidy-and-what-you-need-to-know) [Share this blog post on LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/cckmw-5-myths-about-child-care-subsidy-and-what-you-need-to-know) ![](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hubfs/Katelyns%20partner%20pub%20pics%20(29)%20(5).png) There’s a lot of misinformation about child care assistance, and many families don’t realize they qualify. Let’s set the record straight! Myth 1: “The process takes forever.” ✅ Truth: Submitting complete and accurate information is key to avoiding delays. With the right support from MCRR, you can complete your application correctly and receive approval faster.  Myth 2: “Only full-time workers can apply.” ✅ Truth: Many families qualify, including those enrolled in school or training programs. Myth 3: “You can only use certain child care programs.” ✅ Truth: You have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of licensed and registered providers throughout Missouri. Myth 4: “I have to figure it out on my own.” ✅ Truth: You're not alone! The Missouri Childhood Resource and Referral Center is ready to help you every step of the way! 💬 Get the facts and get started today: [mochildcareaware.org/cckmw-cc-subsidy/](https://mochildcareaware.org/cckmw-cc-subsidy/) | 573-415-8605 ---   Explore our other Child Care Aware® of Missouri resources: [FREE Clock Hour Training](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/free-clock-hour-training) [Scholarships for Educators](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/scholarships-for-educators) [Child Care Health and Wellness](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/child-care-nutrition-and-physical-activity) [Family Child Care Network](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/family-child-care-network) [Leadership Development Opportunities](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/leadership-development-opportunities) [Missouri Office of Childhood Updates](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/missouri-office-of-childhood-updates) [Show Me Child Care Resources](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/show-me-child-care-resources) [Support Child Care Aware® of Missouri](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/support-child-care-aware) [Community Data](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/community-data) [Join Our Team](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/join-our-team) [Resources to Build Your Business ](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/resources-to-build-your-business)     #### About - Menu Item One - Menu Item Two - Menu Item Three #### Services - Menu Item One - Menu Item Two - Menu Item Three #### News - Menu Item One - Menu Item Two - Menu Item Three Follow us on Facebook Follow us on LinkedIn Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram