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Resource and Referral for Kern County


Community Connection for Child Care

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Office Address: 2000 K Street, Suite 110, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Referral Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Referral Number: 661-861-5200
Toll Free Number: 877-861-5200
Administration Number: 661-861-5200
Fax Number: 661-861-5261
Email: chnelson@kern.org

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Last Reviewed: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
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