Des Moines Generations Daycare #56
6549 Jefferson St, Zcta 500hh, IA 500HH
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About Des Moines Generations Daycare #56
Des Moines Generations Daycare #56 is a licensed center located in Zcta 500hh, Iowa (500HH). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services — Child Care Bureau. Licensed capacity is 97 children.
Cost & subsidies in Iowa
Statewide averages: $910/month infant, $720/month preschool. Most Iowa families qualify for assistance through Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) (intake: (800) 972-2017).
Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.
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Before you enroll
A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Des Moines Generations Daycare #56 and any other licensed provider:
- Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
- Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
- Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
- Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
- Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
- Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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