In the early 1980s, a small group of licensed providers in Douglas County, Colorado started a coffee clutch to provide a support system for each other. As the number of licensed providers in Douglas County increased, it was decided to take the big step to incorporate and become an association. In 1984 Douglas County Child Care Association (DCCCA) was officially formed. It is amazing that something as simple as a coffee clutch among 4 - 5 people can lead to an association that has had membership as high as 150 members.

Douglas County Child Care Association (DCCCA) is a private non profit organization. We are not affiliated in any way with the State of Colorado, Douglas County or any of it's organizations. The purpose of DCCCA is to serve and act in behalf of all members who are licensed In Home Family Child Care Providers in Douglas County. We provide education and training to child care providers and other people concerning all aspects of in home child care services.

We promote communication to all to help enhance the general society's understanding of In Home Family Child Care and to improve public awareness of In Home Family Child Care as a positive professional group.

We provide newsletters, educational training, referral and support systems for licensed Providers who join DCCCA. And for parents we provide a free referral base of licensed providers in there area who have openings. We also provide information on how the in home Family Child Care system works and things to look for when choosing the right environment for your child.