Child Care Resources
Raising a family while attending college is challenging, and there may even be times you consider dropping out. But you don’t have to put your dreams on hold! Support services are available to help you provide for your family while you go to school, keeping all of you on a path toward a better life.
Please check out the links below to learn about affordable child care options, organizations that provide free diapers, formula and other goods and services, local food pantries, parenting and nutritional education, and much more.
- Child Care Discount at Kindercare®: The College has contracted with Kindercare, a recognized leader in quality child care, to provide a 10 percent discount to Macomb students for child care services.
- Childcare payment assistance through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS): Your family may qualify for Child Development and Care payments to help with monthly childcare costs.
- Great Start to Quality: Find a licensed in-home provider or childcare facility that meets your needs.
- Michigan 211: Search local organizations that can help with diapers, food, etc. You can also chat, call, or text to find help.
- Julie’s List: Additional local resources for childcare, food, and other basic needs.
If you have questions about any of these support services or if you’re a student who would like help applying for childcare assistance using MiBridges, please contact Macomb’s Student Options for Success (SOS) office: SOS@macomb.edu or 586.447.8609.