Unified Fire Authority
Dependent Care FSA
Why should I choose a dependent care FSA ?
A dependent care FSA allows you to put aside a portion of your paycheck before taxes for eligible dependent care expenses each year .
Save money
The dependent care FSA lets you pay for eligible dependent care expenses while you reap the benefits of additional tax savings . You ’ re spending the money either way . This way , eligible childcare and other dependent care costs are a little less .
Save strategically
Submit all of your dependent care expenses at the end of the plan year for one lump sum reimbursement to give yourself a hard-earned “ bonus .”
Fast Fact
For recurring costs , submit our Recurring Dependent Care Form .
It makes claim filing simple because you only need to submit one form once in order to get reimbursed each pay period .
What does it cover ?
The list includes , but is not limited to , eligible :
• Childcare center , babysitter , nanny ( birth through age 12 )
• Summer day camp
• Before- or after-school care
• Disabled dependent and / or spouse care
• Elder care
Can I enroll ?
You are eligible if you and / or your spouse ( if applicable ) are gainfully employed , looking for work , or are attending school on a full-time basis .
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