Child Care Search

thread provides free referrals to early care and education programs only. We do not provide recommendations. We encourage you to visit and interview child care providers before making a final decision. thread family services are provided free of charge, including referrals and consumer information.
Watch this short video to learn how thread works with the State of Alaska Department of Health & Social Services to help you find quality child care.

Due to the recent COVID-19 crisis, some early childhood education programs are temporarily closed and therefore not listed in your search until further notice.

Click here for a map showing open/closed Municipality of Anchorage child care programs during the COVID-19 crisis.

For more information, please call thread at 800.278.3723.

There are several easy ways to access early care and education referrals:

• Use our Online Child Care Search Tool.
• Call our toll free, statewide referral number: 800.278.3723.
• Download a Child Care Referral Request Form and mail, email, or fax it to your local thread office.
• Visit us in person at our Anchorage, Wasilla, or Fairbanks offices.