909.01 Changes in NH Child Care Scholarship Due to Birthdays SR 14-34, 11/14 (FAM-A)

The NH Child Care Scholarship Weekly Standard Rate is based on the child’s age in months, provider type, and the authorized level of service, and is paid on a weekly basis.

NH Child Care Scholarship terminates for children turning 13 years old effective on their birthday.

A child under the age of 72 months, regardless of the family’s Step level, cannot receive NH Child Care Scholarship if the child attends a License-Exempt Child Care Center.

Exception: A child may continue to be eligible for NH Child Care Scholarship up to age 18 if the child’s physical and/or mental condition is such that the child would cause harm to him/herself or to others without supervision. See Section 941.01, Required Verification for a Child with a Disability.

References: He-C 6910.06(b)(3) and (c), He-C 6910.21(a), RSA 167:83,II(c) and (o), RSA 170-E:2,xi-a167:83,II(o), 45 CFR 98.20