Summer Enrichment

Helping Families With Childcare Costs

The AYCC is here to help families find affordable and quality childcare. We accept financial support from many organizations, including the State of Maine Department of Health and Human Services. We also offer financial assistance for some of our programs and work hard to connect families with funding so children can have the best possible care after school.

Contact

Registrar & Billing Specialist

207-873-0684 x 787 / programbilling@clubaycc.org

Financial Assistance

We offer various financial options for families interested in our childcare programs. All registration forms include an application for assistance. Our staff will review your application and get back to you with the options available for your family.

Third-Party Childcare Assistance

To use third-party funding, you must complete and get approval before your child attends the program unless you pay out of pocket. If you qualify for third-party childcare assistance, like the Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP) or Transitional Child Care (TCC), you need to get this assistance before your child starts.

Transitional Child Care (TCC): If you’ve received TANF in the last 12 months or been open TCC in the last 30 days, have earnings when TANF ended, and are currently working, you may qualify for TCC.

Contact the Child Care Unit: (207) 624-5200; Email: Childcare.dhhs@maine.gov; or visit your local DDHS office for more info.

Child Care Affordability Program (CCAP): If you’re a working parent, in school, in a job training program, or a guardian aged 65+ with retirement documents, check income guidelines to see if you qualify.

There are three ways to apply for CCAP:

1. You can apply online: Click here
2. Call (207) 624-7999 or 1-877-680-5866; or
3. Visit your local DHHS office for more information.
4. You may also contact the AYCC Registrar & Billing Specialist for assistance – email programbilling@clubaycc.org or call 207-873-0684 x787.

**Important**

• Reporting Absences: Parents/guardians must report any absences to the Childcare Site Coordinator. Each child has a limited number of excused absences.
• Attendance Requirements: For those using third-party funding, children must attend at least 6 hours per week after school and 30 hours during school vacations. Unreported absences may lead to losing third-party funding.

State of Maine Income Eligibility Guidelines

Effective December 9, 2023

• Campers (Ages 5-12): Kids aged 5-12 can join our Summer Enrichment Program. Five-year-olds must have finished Kindergarten in the 2023-2024 school year.
• Counselors in Training (Ages 13-15): Teens aged 13-15 can become Counselors in Training (CITs) and need a different registration form.

207-873-0684

DJ Adams, After School Program Director – dadams@clubaycc.org

Fees

• $185.00 per week, per child
• The Counselor in Training (CIT) program is free (separate registration requirements apply)

We accept payments from the State of Maine and other organizations. We also offer our own financial help through the Affordable Access Program.

Hours

• Monday – Friday
• 7:00 am-5:30 pm

Holiday Closures

• Independence Day – Thursday, July 4

• Our Summer Enrichment Program and After School Programs are licensed by the State of Maine, Department of Health and Human Services.
• We are also accredited by the Council on Accreditation.
• All childcare staff are part of Rising Stars for Maine and complete the required training each year.

Nutritious Meals & Snacks

Our AYCC Kitchen Staff provides breakfast, two snacks, and lunch options daily for campers. We follow the USDA School Food Nutrition Guidelines.

Families may send their child with a lunch and/or snacks if they prefer. Peanut or nut products are prohibited and the AYCC is unable to refrigerate or microwave items at either location.

Our food program is mainly funded through state and federal grants and as such, we may require families to       complete the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program  application. Completing these forms allows us to provide FREE, quality, nutritious snacks and meals to all our childcare participants, but         especially to children who may otherwise go without.

The AYCC is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, or age and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided at first come, first serve basis, at the sites and times as follows:

• AYCC Cafeteria
• Monday-Friday 11:30 am-1:00 pm

See our Gardens & Greenhouse page for the full USDA Federal and State of Maine Non-Discrimination Statements (located at the bottom of the page).

In addition to the Boys & Girls Clubs Mission Youth Outreach Program, the AYCC has also partnered with Military Child Care dot Com to offer assistance with childcare costs. Learn more about each program below.

Mission Youth Outreach Military Childcare

• Experienced and Caring Staff:  Our team loves working with kids and creating a happy, supportive place for them to grow.
• Balanced Curriculum: We offer fun activities that help kids learn, think, and play creatively.
• Enrichment Activities: Kids can try many activities like arts and crafts, sports, music, and dance.
• Nutritious Snacks: We provide healthy and tasty snacks to keep kids energized.
• Safe and Secure Environment: Your child’s safety is very important to us. Our facilities are secure, and all staff members go through background checks.
• Registration and Fees: Our handbook provides information about signing up, costs, and payment plans. We want to make our program affordable for all families.
• Behavioral Expectations: We create a positive and respectful environment. Our rules help manage behavior and encourage good communication with parents.
• Communication: We believe in staying in touch with parents through newsletters, meetings, and online updates.
• Health and Safety:  We do everything we can to keep kids healthy and safe, including handling illnesses, medications, emergencies, and allergies.

Thank you for trusting us with your child’s care. If you have any questions or need more information, please reach out.

Effective June 1, 2024:  Registration is currently at capacity and waiting lists are available.

SEP Handbook

Day Camp Registration

CIT Registration

Other Forms

Auto-Scheduled Payment Form

Authorized Pick-Up Addendum

Dietary Restrictions Form

Epi-Pen & Inhaler Permission Form

Financial Assistance / Affordable Access Program

Medication Permission Form

You can ask for a childcare tax statement in two ways:

1. Fill out the form below.
2. Call the Welcome Center at 207-873-0684 and ask for it.

We process requests in the order we receive them. Because we receive many requests, it may take 7-10 business days to receive your statement by email.

For more information about your request, contact our Program Billing team at programbilling@clubaycc.org or call 207-873-0684.

Important: AYCC runs childcare programs under the Boys & Girls Clubs and the YMCA’s Tax ID Numbers. You will get the correct information with your receipt.