References and Additional Resources

What tools, guidance, and connections will best support my next steps as I start, strengthen, or expand my child care business?

The References and Additional Resources section provides a curated collection of reference materials, resource links, and practical tools aligned with each core section of the Orange County Child Care Business Toolkit. Designed to support future, current, and expanding child care providers, this section helps users quickly locate guidance, templates, and contacts most relevant to their needs.

Family Child Care Homes and Child Care Centers often access different systems of support. To ensure clarity and usability, resources are organized whenever possible into tables that distinguish between those most relevant for FCC businesses and those specific to Child Care Centers. This structure allows providers to easily identify applicable requirements, tools, and supports based on their business type, stage of development, and areas of focus.

Across this section, providers will find links to local and state agencies, professional organizations, training and technical assistance providers, sample forms and templates, and other practical resources that support compliance, quality improvement, and long-term sustainability. Together, these references are intended to serve as a reliable, go-to companion as providers navigate decisions, access support, and continue building strong, successful child care businesses in Orange County.