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The Jefferson-Lewis Childcare Project (JLCP) is a Childcare Resource and Referral Agency offering free and confidential services to parents and families seeking child care within Jefferson and Lewis Counties. For more information and assistance regarding child care referrals, please contact JLCP at 315. 782.8475 or 1.800.287.8904. To conduct your own search click here.

All information that parents submit is completely confidential. The information provided on child care programs are referrals only. We cannot guarantee the quality of care. Assistance in locating child care and preschool programs is offered through the use of NACCRRAware. JLCP is able to offer customized lists of child care providers for referrals to family child care, child care centers, pre-schools and school-age programs that meet specific family needs. JLCP also offers consultation and assistance on evaluating and choosing child care, including resources and interviewing techniques. Click here for more tips for your child care search.

Up-to-date information about NYS child care registration and licensing regulations is available through our Registration program. If you want to research the history of registered or licensed facilities, visit the New York State Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS).

To learn about the 10 components of quality child care for infants and toddler click here.