Along The Way is committed to providing the absolute best service we can to every family we can. All of our child caregivers are qualified professionals who have passed all PA Background checks required to work with children and are certified in Pediatric CPR/First Aid/Relief of Choking. Additionally, all of our team members undergo training in child development and best practices in child behavior management, as well as complete the following trainings through Lakeside Global Institute: Trauma 101 and 102, & Bridges Out of Poverty. Click here for more information on our caregiving approach.
Child care Program
Along The Way determined through relationships within the community, that an area of unmet need for single mothers is child care during nights and weekends. Those service hours are on Monday - Friday from approximately 3:00pm to 7:00am the following day and 24 hour services on Saturdays & Sundays.
HOW DO I QUALIFY?
You must meet the following requirements to qualify for our program:
You must be a single mother (no other adult in the home)
You may have up to three children under the age of 13 at home
Your annual income must be less then 2x the poverty level based on the number of persons in your home. We follow the 2021 Federal Register Guidelines. For example your annual income must be under:
Mother + 3 Children = $53,00 ($26,500 x 2)
Mother + 2 Children = $43,920 ($21,960 x 2)
Mother + 1 Child = $34,840 ($17,420 x 2)
You are employed, going to school, or attending a training during hours of approximately 3:00pm to 7:00am the following day on Monday-Friday and 24 hour services on Saturdays & Sundays.
HOW DO I APPLY?
We have a three-step process:
1. Application: Fill out our application form. Once received, we will review your application and respond within 10 days.
2. Home Visit: If you qualify for services, we will schedule a home visit.
3. Completing Application: If you are accepted into the program you will complete additional paperwork to ensure that we know everything we need to care for your child(ren)!
HOW MUCH WILL I PAY FOR SERVICES?
Our services are free!
WHAT CAN I EXPECT OF YOUR CHILD CARE SERVICES?
1. Your caregiver will have all the necessary background checks & clearances to work with children, be trained in Pediatric CPR & first aid, and have experience working with children.
2. Your caregiver will arrive on time, keep a record of your child and your child's activities while you are away, and provide age appropriate assistance with needs, such as homework, feeding, bathing, bedtime routine, etc.
Case management services
Case Management Services provides high-quality education, resource coordination, advocacy, service facilitation, and support to clients who are in need. Our case managers address the needs and challenges of our served population and work with them one on one to find solutions to these instances in a timely fashion. The case manager assists the client with developing a support system, independence skills, and completing their short-term and long-term goals.
Community Connections Program
Along the Way offers wraparound support through our Community Connections Program. We refer our clients to local organizations in Bucks and Montgomery County to offer assistance in food, clothing, housing, financial literacy, job training, legal aid, health clinics, and domestic violence. We provide parenting support groups, free legal consultation, career counseling & mentorship as apart of this program. While mothers are waiting for a spot to open up in our child care program, they are eligible to receive the ever-growing support from this program. For more information about what services are available in your area or to apply to receive our case management and holistic support services, click on the link below!