Davenport, IA - August 7, 2009 - Helping men, women and children through rough times has been part of the Scott County Family Y's mission since its beginning in October of 1858. From World War I to the Great Depression through the ups and downs of the Quad City area's economy, the Scott County Family Y has remained true to its belief - no one is turned away due to their inability to pay.
That is more than a saying at the Scott County Family Y especially when it comes to providing a safe and positive environment to area children. The Scott County Family Y is the largest child care provider in the Iowa Quad Cities. Serving more than 450 children a week and connecting more than 1,300 family members, the Child Care and Family Services Division is committed to all those it touches.
One of the ways the Scott County Family Y Child Care and Family Services is able to make this connection is through its participation in the United States Department of Agriculture's Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). CACFP helps the Y insure that nutritious meals are provided, at no separate charge to children enrolled in the following programs: YMCA/Palmer Learning Center, Davenport Family YMCA's Learning Center, YMCA Kid's Club Before and After-School programs at Riverdale Heights Elementary School in Bettendorf and at the Davenport Family YMCA. Meals are provided without regards to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability and the Scott County Family Y's Child Care and Family Services Division receives partial reimbursement based upon the income information provided by the children's parent or legal guardian. Eligibility guidelines for reduced price meals are as follows:
Income Eligibility Guidelines for Reduced Price Meals
Effective 7-1-2009 to 6-30-2010
|
Household Size |
Reduced Price Meals |
Free Meals |
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|
Yearly |
Monthly |
Twice per Month |
Every Two Weeks |
Weekly |
Yearly |
Monthly |
Twice per Month |
Every Two Weeks |
Weekly |
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|
1 |
20,036 |
1,670 |
835 |
771 |
386 |
14,079 |
1,174 |
587 |
542 |
271 |
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|
2 |
26,955 |
2,247 |
1,124 |
1,037 |
519 |
18,941 |
1,579 |
790 |
729 |
365 |
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|
3 |
33,874 |
2,823 |
1,412 |
1,303 |
652 |
23,803 |
1,984 |
992 |
916 |
458 |
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|
4 |
40,793 |
3,400 |
1,700 |
1,569 |
785 |
28,665 |
2,389 |
1,195 |
1,103 |
552 |
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|
5 |
47,712 |
3,976 |
1,988 |
1,836 |
918 |
33,527 |
2,794 |
1,397 |
1,290 |
645 |
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|
6 |
54,631 |
4,553 |
2,277 |
2,102 |
1,051 |
38,389 |
3,200 |
1,600 |
1,477 |
739 |
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|
7 |
61,550 |
5,130 |
2,565 |
2,368 |
1,184 |
43,251 |
3,605 |
1,803 |
1,664 |
832 |
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|
8 |
68,469 |
5,706 |
2,853 |
2,634 |
1,317 |
48,113 |
4,010 |
2,005 |
1,851 |
926 |
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|
For each additional family member add: |
+6,919 |
+577 |
+289 |
+267 |
+134 |
+4,862 |
+406 |
+203 |
+187 |
+94 |
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In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
The Scott County Family Y's Child Care and Family Services division is committed to maintaining federal and state standards, which meet the physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs of area children. All child care programs are licensed by the State of Iowa and staff members are trained to meet initiatives above and beyond licensing requirements.
In addition to following these income eligibility guidelines, the Scott County Family Y Palmer Learning Center has earned a level 4 rating from the Iowa Department of Human Services - one of the highest quality assurance ratings the state offers.
The Iowa Quality Rating System for Child Care Providers (QRS) is a voluntary program that rates child care providers on quality indicators such as professional development; health and safety; environment; family and community partnerships; and leadership and administration. Established in 2005 by the state legislature, QRS is designed to make providers aware of the many paths and steps they can take to improve the quality of their care. The system also offers parents another resource in evaluating and selecting a child care provider.
The Scott County Family Y Palmer Learning Center is one of only six licensed child care centers in Scott County to receive this rating, showing that the YMCA goes above and beyond state licensing standards. "We believe that quality is an ongoing process and we continually strive towards maintaining and improving the quality of care we provide, said Deb Gustafson, Executive Director, YMCA Child Care & Family Services. "This rating shows along with our participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program helps show that we arecommitted to nurturing the whole child, and his or her family, all while making sure they have a healthy and safe environment to grow and learn in."
For more information about the programs and services offered through the Scott County Family Y's Child Care and Family Services Division, call (563) 323-5725 or visit the Scott County Family Y website, www.ScottCountyFamilyY.org.
