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Upwards Military child care assistance program, supporting families with military childcare needs.

Military childcare assistance to reduce your cost of care.

Eligible military families receive covered child care from licensed and vetted caregivers

How it works

Childcare Assistance for Army Reserve and National Guard

Sign up and verify eligibility

Create your account and verify your eligibility for military childcare assistance sponsored by Upwards.

Submit your training days

Submit a list of your training days so our team can find and send qualified child care providers nearby.

Match with caregivers

Choose from a list of approved caregivers supporting military families with covered childcare.

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You take care of us. We're proud to take care of your children.

Through our military childcare assistance program, eligible military families can receive financial assistance to help cover the costs of childcare during eligible training days.

Whether you're in the Army Reserve, or part of the National Guard, we aim to alleviate the challenges faced by military families when it comes to childcare, ensuring peace of mind and support for our brave service members.

How does military childcare assistance with Upwards work?

Simply register, specify your preferred care dates, and let us handle the rest. Yes, it's that simple! We'll seamlessly connect you with experienced caregivers in your area, ensuring your family receives top-notch care while you fulfill your duties.

With Upwards, your family's needs are our priority. Rest assured, your children will have access to caregivers who not only meet but exceed your expectations, making drill weekends stress-free for you and fun-filled for them.

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Verify your eligibility for military child care assistance in 2 minutes!

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