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5 most frequently asked questions of 
Marin Child Care Council Staff:

1.  Do you regulate providers?
No. MC3 is the Referral agency for licensed child care in Marin County. Licensed child care homes and centers are licensed by the State of California ,Community Care Licensing Division in San Bruno.

2.  Who do I call if I have a complaint or wish to know complaint history on a licensed child care center or child care home?
Call the appropriate licensing agency, Community Care Licensing at 650-266-8843. you will be given information on any substantiated or inconclusive complaints.

3.  Is there a charge for the referral service (by phone, web, email, mail or fax)?
No. The State Department of Education's Child Development Division Funds Marin Child Care Council. This service is available for people looking for care in Marin County.

4.  Do I need a license to care for children in my home?
If you are watching the children from more than 1 family, you will need to become a licensed provider. To find out the licensing requirements, please call the council at 415.479.2273

5.  I need help paying for my child care. Do you have funding available?
Marin Child Care Council funds families that are income/need eligible AND if funding is available. When funding does become available, the eligibility list is reviewed and those families that have the appropriate "ranking" are contacted. For available funding, please call our Subsidy Hotline at 415.472.1092, extension 3006.

                Phone: 415.472.1092 |  Fax: 415.472.2805 |  Referral: 415.479.2273

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