Oklahoma Family Child Care Home Provider Perceptions of the Child and Adult Care Food Program and Menu Contents.

Aims: In 2017, the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), which reimburses qualifying food expenses for Family Child Care Home (FCCH) providers, was substantially enhanced. This study's purpose was to explore the perceptions of Oklahoma FCCH providers of these enhancements and to determine current meal practices as an opportunity to foster collaborations between educators, service providers, and health and nutrition professionals.

Methods: This mixed-methods study included a cross-sectional survey (n=30) and semi-structured interviews (n=30) and menu analysis (n=25) of FCCH providers participating in the CACFP.