--- title: "Important Update: Child Care Subsidy Family Application Processing" description: Missouri's Child Care Subsidy program faces application delays; follow tips to ensure timely processing. Explore additional resources and support from Child Care Aware® of Missouri. image: https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hubfs/Katelyns%20partner%20pub%20pics%20(21)%20(1).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 [Child Care Keeps Missouri Working℠](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/tag/child-care-keeps-missouri-working) # Important Update: Child Care Subsidy Family Application Processing [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+%3EImportant+Update%3A+Child+Care+Subsidy+Family+Application+Processing%3C%2Fspan%3E&body=I+found+this+interesting+blog+post%3A+https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/cckmw-important-update-child-care-subsidy-family-application-processing) [Share this blog post on Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/cckmw-important-update-child-care-subsidy-family-application-processing) [Share this blog post on LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/partner-publication/cckmw-important-update-child-care-subsidy-family-application-processing) ![](https://partnerpublication.mochildcareaware.org/hubfs/Katelyns%20partner%20pub%20pics%20(21)%20(1).png) More than 25,000 children each month in Missouri benefit from subsidy payments that help cover the cost of child care. The Family Eligibility team works diligently to process the 4,000 applications they receive monthly, typically within 15 days. Currently, families may notice delays, with most applications reviewed within 30 days of submission. Protective Services applications continue to be prioritized and are generally processed within the week. The most common reasons for application delays include missing income documentation, incorrect or incomplete information, or not submitting requested documents within the 15-day timeframe provided by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). To help families avoid delays and ensure applications move forward smoothly, here are a few helpful tips: - Check your portal and email regularly for application updates. - Keep copies of all documents you submit. - Update your contact details and employment information promptly. Families needing assistance with their application can call 573-415-8605 or visit [Missouri's Child Care Subsidy Portal.](https://childcare.mo.gov/s/parent-landing) ---   Explore our other Child Care Aware® of Missouri resources: [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