Parent & Family Resources
Parenting and Family Childcare Resources – Tools for Success
Explore a curated selection of parenting and family childcare resources designed to support your journey with Little STEAMers Academy—and beyond. From downloadable forms and daily checklists to health & safety policies, child development insights, and trusted parenting links, these tools make your experience smoother, more informed, and more connected.
- Serving Renton, Rainier Beach & South Seattle
Early Development Support
Help Me Grow Washington
Help Me Grow Washington connects families to the health and development resources needed to give ALL kids the best start.
What They Offer:
Free developmental screening for all kids under 5 (no waiting lists or income requirements)
Community resources like parenting classes, medical clinics, and food banks
Referrals for further evaluation and early intervention services
Activities and games that support healthy growth and learning
Community Connections
Washington Information Network 2-1-1
2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember phone number for people to call for health and human service information and referrals, plus other assistance to meet their needs.
Highlights:
Free, confidential assistance connecting you to local services including food, housing, health care, child care, crisis help, and more.
Access to 27,000+ verified resources with referrals tailored to your needs, available by phone, email, text, or online search.
Support in 140+ languages with TTY access for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Disaster and emergency support including up-to-date shelter info, evacuation routes, and non-emergency 9-1-1 relief.
Childcare Cost Assistance
Working Connections Child Care (WCCC)
A Washington State program that helps eligible families afford child care while they work, attend school, or participate in approved activities.
Highlights:
Subsidizes child care costs for qualifying families
Eligibility based on income, residency, and participation in approved activities
Families experiencing homelessness may receive up to 12 months of assistance
Copayments determined on a sliding scale based on income
Seattle Childcare Support
Seattle Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
A City of Seattle initiative that assists income-eligible families in covering child care expenses for children aged 1 month to 12 years.
Benefits:
Available to families residing within Seattle city limits
Supports parents who are working or enrolled in educational programs
Average annual savings of approximately $7,500 per family
Subsidy amounts based on family size, income, hours of care needed, and child’s age
King County Family Initiatives
Best Starts for Kids (King County)
A King County initiative aimed at promoting healthy development for children and youth from prenatal stages through young adulthood.
Benefits:
Available to families residing within Seattle city limits
Supports parents who are working or enrolled in educational programs
Average annual savings of approximately $7,500 per family
Subsidy amounts based on family size, income, hours of care needed, and child’s age
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