Episcopal Children's Services

Thank you for using online appointment scheduling for Episcopal Children's Services.

1) Please review the following appointment types.

2)Select the appropriate appointment choice and available appointment time.

3)You will receive a verification email and appointment reminder.

YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS TO BEGIN

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

FAILURE TO SUBMIT THESE ITEMS WILL DELAY THE PROCESSING OF YOUR APPLICATION.

All Clients must provide the following:

  • Copy of parent/guardian photo identification in the form of driver license or other government issued identification
  • Proof of residency in the form of a valid Florida driver license or current utility bill (within the last 12 months showing a service address)
  • Proof of age for all children in the household (copy of official birth certificate or immunization record)
  • Proof of citizenship, non-citizen national, or qualified alien for children receiving services- Examples include: (Birth Cert., Passport) Please note: Families with children born in Florida can visit the Florida Health Department to request a Birth Cert (fee) http://www.floridahealth.gov/certificates/certificates/birth/index.html . For children not born in the
    state of Florida, you can go to https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm for more information on how
    to obtain vital records.
  • Proof of Guardianship for all children in the household- Examples include: (Birth Cert. showing guardian’s name, court order or other legal document)
  • Proof of all household income. See income types listed below and be prepared to bring documentation that is applicable to your status.
  • If enrolled in school, an official school letter showing enrollment status. Enrollment status must show Full Time status if unemployed.

Employment Income

  • Last 4 consecutive pay stubs if paid weekly OR
  • Last 2 consecutive pay stubs if paid bi-weekly OR
  • Last 2 consecutive pay stubs if paid semi-monthly OR
  • Most recent pay stubs if paid monthly OR
  • Employment verification form provided by ECS completely filled out by employer with verifiable signatures OR
  • A letter on company letterhead with verifiable signature (from payroll, HR, or company manager) including hire date, rate of pay and hours working per week OR
  • If self-employed, your most recent tax return

Child Support

* Please note that child support includes any amount of money given/received to help with the cost of care for a child

If received:

  • Court order and proof of receipt for the last 4 weeks or 1 months OR
  • If court ordered, printout through child support enforcement website www.myfloridacounty.com OR
  • If payment is not court ordered, written and dated statement from absent parent indicating payment dates and payment amounts for the last 4 weeks or 1 months OR
  • smiOne debit card statement

If paid out:

  • Court order and pay stubs showing child support is being deducted from pay OR
  • Copies of checks/money orders showing child support is being paid out

Alimony

If received:

  • Court order and statement from payee that payments are being received as stipulated. Statement must be signed and dated by former spouse and must include former spouses address and phone number OR
  • Court order and copies of payments for the last 4 weeks or 1 months

If paid out:

  • Court order and proof of payment for the last 4 weeks or 1 months OR
  • Court order and copy of pay stubs showing alimony is being paid out

SSI/SSA

  • Current yearly award letter showing amount being received (a benefit letter can be obtained online by creating an account at www.ssa.gov OR
  • Written letter from SSA showing current year of monthly gross benefits before deductions

*If SSI/SSA is being received by disabled parent, the current SSI/SSA award letter of the disabled parent will be required. If disabled parent is not receiving SSI/SSA, a licensed physician’s statement stating permanent disability stating that parent’s disability requires childcare assistance

Retirement Benefits or Veterans Benefits

  • Current yearly award letter showing the amount received
  • Written statement from source stating the amount that is given and how often
  • A valid referral and TANF letter for TCA clients

Cash Gifts Received Regularly

Career Source Referrals

****Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment. Your appointment may need to be rescheduled if you are late. If you are unable to make your appointment, please contact our office in advance****

    • Existing Client: Redetermination with Referral (DCF or Careersource)

      1 hour

      Select this option ONLY if you have received notification from our office of referral receipt. This appointment will be cancelled if we do not have a valid referral in the office. Keep in mind you will need the following documentation: ...

    • Existing Client: Provider Transfer

      30 minutes

      Select this option if you are currently receiving services and wish to transfer from one provider to another. Please keep in mind: a provider transfer is contingent on have a zero balance with previous provider. A form will need to be s ...

    • New Client: New Enrollment for School Readiness Subsidy

      1 hour

      Only Select this option if you have received a letter of available funding.

    • New Client: with Referral (DCF or Careersource)

      1 hour

      Select this option ONLY if you have received notification from our office of referral receipt. This appointment will be cancelled if we do not have a valid referral in the office. Keep in mind you will need the following documentation: ...

    • Existing Client: Redetermination for Child Care Services

      1 hour

      Did you receive a redetermination letter? Select this option if you are due to redetermine your SR Child Care Eligibility. You will need all requested documentation to redetermine child care. Your appointment may need to be rescheduled ...

    • Child Schedule Change Appointment

      30 minutes

    • Other/Misc: Drop off Paperwork (Do not Select this Option for Redetermination or Enrollment)

      30 minutes

      Do not select this option if you need to redetermine or enroll. NOTE: You may be asked to reschedule if you choose this option.

    • Child Care Resource & Referral Information

      30 minutes

      Thank you for contacting Child Care Resource and Referral by ECS. Are you looking for a Child Care Provider in our county? We can help! It will take about 30 minutes to go over the different types and provide you with helpful informatio ...