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DPHSS Monitors National Child Care Funding Reports; Confirms No Official Notice of Payment Interruptions for Guam

The Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS), Division of Children’s Wellness (DCW), Bureau of Child Care Services (BCCS) has been made aware of recent news circulation from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding the freezing of child care center payments to all states amidst fraud allegations in Minnesota. At this time, DPHSS has not received official notice. 
  
DPHSS recognizes the potential impact caused by the allegations in Minnesota could have on local programs. DPHSS is confident that our internal processes follow all protocols. We assure that compliance & program integrity is our top priority and we remain steadfast to reporting accordingly and maintaining collaborative partnership with our federal counterparts. 
  
DPHSS, DCW, BCCS acknowledges the care, professionalism, and patience from our local childcare community and is committed to strengthening communication, increasing transparency, and promoting the health, safety, and welfare of all residents of Guam.   
  
If you have questions or need support, please reach out directly to the BCCS team. We are here to work with you and support you. 
  
Division of Children’s Wellness, located at the 194 Hernan Cortez Avenue, Terlaje Building, Hågatña, Guam 96910 or online at www.guamchildcare.com. For inquiries, please contact the (671) 969-7259 or via email at [email protected]. 
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Hafa Adai,

We're excited to bring you the latest updates, news, and insights for the month of January. Each release is designed to keep you informed about upcoming events, reminders, and valuable resources that may benefit you.

Division of Children’s Wellness (DCW) Bureau of Child Care Services (BCCS) will be closed on the following dates:

• Wednesday, December 24, 2025
• Friday, December 26, 2025
• Friday, January 2, 2026

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The Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) would like to inform the community that the Division of Children’s Wellness (DCW) Bureau of Child Care Services (BCCS) will be closed on Monday, December 22, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for staff professional development training.

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An overview of the Bureau of Child Care Services’ progress and key developments from 2021 to today, including provider growth, program investments, and recent operational updates. It also includes a brief summary of the November 2025 CCDF payment delay notice to ensure transparency and shared understanding.

The goal is to offer GCCDA a clear picture of where we are, the improvements underway, and to address the concerns brought up to leadership.
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Click here to listen to the recording of Friday, 12/5/2025 session.

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Hafa Adai,

We're excited to bring you the latest updates, news, and insights for the month of December. Each release is designed to keep you informed about upcoming events, reminders, and valuable resources that may benefit you.

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Hafa Adai,

We're excited to bring you the latest updates, news, and insights for the month of November. Each release is designed to keep you informed about upcoming events, reminders, and valuable resources that may benefit you.