Financial Assistance
Child Care Subsidy Program. Download here
Financial assistance for eligible Alabama families to help cover the cost of childcare while parents work, attend school, or participate in job training programs.
Families may qualify based on income, household size, and employment or school status.
Family Subsidy. Download here
Support services designed to assist families caring for children with special needs or disabilities in the home and community.
Services may help reduce financial stress and improve long-term family stability.
Parenting & Early Childhood
Head Start / Early Head Start
Free early childhood education and school readiness programs for eligible infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Services Include:
Early Learning
Developmental Screenings
Nutrition Support
Family Services
📞 Northwest Alabama Head Start:
(256) 383-1234
Parenting & Family Support
Resources that help families build stability, strengthen parenting skills, and access community support.
Featured Resources:
211 Alabama
Community Action Agency
Local Churches & Community Organizations
Search licensed and approved childcare providers across Alabama using the official Alabama Department of Human Resources database.
Families can search by:
city
ZIP code
provider name
childcare type
The Parent Project
Provides parenting education and support for families raising children with challenging behaviors.
Services Include:
Parenting Programs
Behavioral Intervention
Substance Abuse Support
School Attendance & Academic Support
📞 Phone: 1-800-372-8886
🌐 Website:https://www.parentproject.com
Riverbend Child & Adolescent Services
Provides therapeutic and family-centered programs that support children's emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.
Services Include:
Therapeutic Preschool
FIND Home-Based Program (Ages 5–17)
Summer Programs (Transportation & Meals Provided)
📞 Phone: (256) 764-3431
Alabama Family Central
Provides parenting resources, child development information, and family support services for families across Alabama.
Services Include:
Parenting Resources
Child Development Information
Family Support Services
Community Resource Referrals
🌐 Website: https://alabamafamilycentral.org
Children's Rehabilitation Services (CRS)
Provides family-centered medical and rehabilitative services for children and youth with special healthcare needs.
Services Include:
Care Coordination
Family Support
Specialty Medical Clinics
Parent Resources
Community Referrals
📍 Address:
714 State Street
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
📞 Phone: (256) 381-4047
📞 Toll-Free: 1-800-285-9924
Essential Family & Community Resources
Revelation Foundation
Provides assistance obtaining essential identification documents and connects families with additional local resources.
Services Include:
Social Security Cards
Birth Certificates
Photo IDs
Community Resource Referrals
📞 Phone: (256) 415-7276
✉️ Email: info@revelationfoundation.net
🌐 Website: https://www.revelationfoundation.net
Alabama WIC Program
Provides nutrition education, healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and healthcare referrals for eligible women, infants, and young children.
Services Include:
Nutrition Support
Breastfeeding Assistance
Healthy Food Benefits
Health Referrals
📞 Phone: 1-888-942-4673
🌐 Website: https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/wic
Youth Advocate Programs (YAP)
Provides community-based services that help children, teens, and families build stronger relationships and achieve long-term success.
Services Include:
Family Support
Youth Mentoring
Behavioral & Emotional Support
Community-Based Services
📞 Phone: (256) 740-7165
✉️ Email: tmcfall@yapinc.org
🌐 Website: https://www.yapinc.org
Riverbend Child & Adolescent Services
Provides therapeutic and family-centered programs that support children's emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.
Services Include:
Therapeutic Preschool
FIND Home-Based Program (Ages 5–17)
Summer Programs (Transportation & Meals Provided)
📞 Phone: (256) 764-3431
Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama (CAANW)
Provides programs that promote family stability through financial assistance, education, and workforce development.
Services Include:
Rental & Utility Assistance
Parenting Program
Workforce Development
Meals on Wheels
Gardening Program
📍 Address:
745 Thompson Street
Florence, AL 35630
📞 Lauderdale County: (256) 766-4330
📞 Colbert County: (256) 383-3832
📞 Franklin County: (256) 332-7534
🌐 Website: https://www.caanw.org
ALL Kids Health Insurance
Provides low-cost health insurance coverage for eligible children under age 19 in Alabama.
Services Include:
Doctor Visits
Prescription Coverage
Dental Benefits
Vision Care
Preventive Healthcare
📞 Phone: 1-888-373-5437
🌐 Website: https://www.alabamaallkids.com
Alabama Healthy Marriage Initiative
Provides free relationship and parenting resources to help build healthy marriages and strong families.
Resources Include:
Marriage Handbook
Online Marriage Education
Parenting Resources
Family Relationship Tools
🌐 Website: https://www.alabamamarriage.org
Daisy's Place
Provides a safe, comfortable place for families to stay while a loved one is hospitalized.
Services Include:
Temporary Lodging
Family Support
Comfortable Accommodations
Convenient Access to Local Hospitals
📞 Phone: (256) 629-6729
🌐 Website: https://www.daisys-place.org
Safeplace
Provides supportive services for individuals and families experiencing domestic violence, with programs focused on safety, healing, and long-term stability.
Services Include:
Adult & Child Counseling
Support Groups
Domestic Violence Shelter
Prevention Education
📞 Phone: (256) 767-6210
📞 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-550-9215
✉️ Email: sells@nwalsafeplace.org
🌐 Website: https://www.safeplaceal.org