How to Become a Relative Provider

Criteria

While some parents may find that regulated child care best fits the needs of their family, others may determine that having a relative care for their child is the option that best suits their needs.

In order for a relative to provide child care for families receiving CCS assistance, the relative must meet the following criteria:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Does not reside in the same house as the child
• Is, by marriage, blood relationship, or court decree, one of the following to the child:
  • Aunt or uncle
  • Grandparent or great-grandparent
  • Sibling
• Must submit to a criminal background check (individuals who are listed on the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Sex Offender Registry are not eligible to be a relative care provider)
• Must become listed with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

Resources

If your family is receiving Child Care Services (CCS) assistance and you are interested in having a relative care for your child(ren), please download the Relative Provider Information for Parents brochure (PDF) and review.

You will also want to download the Relative Provider Information for Providers brochure (PDF) and share it with the relative you wish to care for your child(ren). Once both parties have reviewed the materials, if it is agreed that relative care best fits the family’s needs, contact us to determine next steps.