Wisconsin Department
of Children and Families - Division
of Early Care and Education
Bureau of Child Care Subsidy Administration
Wisconsin Shares Handbook
Each eligible parent with shared placement can receive Wisconsin Shares subsidy to assist with the cost of child care for the time that the child in common is residing within his or her household.
Example 1: Melissa has a child who is in her home on a shared placement basis. The child spends part of the week with her other parent and part of the week with Melissa. The AG consists of Melissa and her child. |
Example 2: Jessica and Mathew have shared placement of Megan, age 11. Mathew lives with Betty, and they have a child together. Jessica’s AG consists of herself and Megan. Mathew’s AG consists of himself, Megan, Betty, and any children in common. |
This section last updated 12/1/2022