Pathways to Positive Change

One-on-One Coaching That Moves Families Forward

Pathways to Positive Change is CDA’s pilot program offering personalized coaching to families enrolled in our Child Care Payment Program. Through one-on-one mentoring, families receive guidance and support to strengthen stability, pursue goals, and create a more secure future.

Modeled after EMPath’s Mobility Mentoring® approach, coaches work alongside families as partners and advocates—helping them break down goals into achievable steps, navigate challenges, and celebrate every milestone.

5 Areas of Support

Family Stability

Strengthen support systems and create balance in work, school, and life.

Well-being

Prioritize physical and mental health and build strong networks.

Financial Management

Manage debt, build savings, and develop long-term financial skills.

Education & Training

Achieve educational goals and access new opportunities.

Employment & Career

Increase income and improve job quality.

“I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity and support this program offers my family. It’s been challenging to pursue my goals and make progress, but this support gives me hope and the tools to move forward.”

— Participating Parent

Our Commitment to Economic Mobility

Pathways to Positive Change reflects CDA’s commitment to walking alongside families on their journey toward economic stability. Eighteen families participated in this pilot, receiving individualized coaching in career development, budgeting, education, and connecting to community resources.

We’re proud to support families as they move forward—one goal, one breakthrough, and one success at a time.

 

Learn More

Pathways to Positive Change is currently a pilot program serving a select group of families. To learn more or explore other support services, contact our team.

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CDA Reimbursement Schedule
Family is authorized with a variable schedule

Variable schedules are reimbursed for the actual care hours provided that are within the hours authorized. The reimbursement will not exceed the amount billed by the provider or the full-time (FT) or part-time (PT) RMRC listed on the certificate for child care services. CDA will not reimburse for child absences, provider holiday or closure days on a variable schedule. If the full billed/invoiced amount is not paid, the parent is responsible for the difference directly to the provider.

Reimbursement of provider non-operation days/holidays

The number of reimbursable provider holidays and/or non-operation days is limited to a maximum of 10 days per fiscal year. Once these allowable limits are exceeded, reimbursement will be prorated for future closure days.

Reimbursement of registration fees, material fees, insurance fees

Fees for registration, material and/or insurance may be reimbursed if the current reimbursement amount does not exceed the Regional Market Rate Ceiling (RMRC). Reimbursement of these fees is limited to one (1) per child, per fiscal year and will be made in a single payment when requested on the child’s attendance record.

Note: For providers with programs that have multiple fees in one year or where it has been determined that the reimbursement amount exceeds the RMRC, the excess fees will be the responsibility of the parent.

License-Exempt Providers

When child care is authorized for a total of 25 or more hours per week the Full Time Weekly RMRC will be used. When child care is authorized for a total of less than 25 hours per week the Part Time RMRC will be used.

View the State’s RMRC by County See the full Program Guidelines

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To receive a personal eligibility screening, please call us at: (619) 427-4411 ext. 1400