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title: Finding the Right Child Care Made Simple
description: Simplify your child care search with Child Care Aware® of Missouri's free referral service tailored to your family's needs.
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# [Finding the Right Child Care Made Simple](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/cckmw-finding-the-right-child-care-made-simple)

 Written by [Child Care Aware® of Missouri](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/author/child-care-aware-of-missouri) | Dec 16, 2025, 4:17:26 AM

Searching for child care can feel overwhelming. Juggling work schedules, comparing costs, and evaluating different programs can quickly become overwhelming. Every family wants a safe, nurturing environment where their child can grow and thrive, but figuring out where to begin isn’t always easy.

That’s where we come in. At Child Care Aware® of Missouri, our free referral service matches you with options tailored to your child’s age, your location, schedule, and unique family needs. Whether you need infant care, preschool, or before- and after-school programs, we’re here to simplify your search and remove the guesswork.

Our referral specialists are here to make your search easier, less stressful, and more personalized. 

**Contact us today at 866-892-3228 or begin your search on your own online.**

 

Explore our other Child Care Aware® of Missouri resources:

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[Support Child Care Aware® of Missouri](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/support-child-care-aware)  
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