USDA Handbooks

The USDA offers detailed handbooks and resources for program operators.  The USDA home pages and handbook links are accessible below.

CACFP Home Page 

SFSP Home Page

CACFP Handbook Links

Adult Day Care Handbook

At-risk Afterschool Care Handbook

At-risk Afterschool Care Handbook (Designed)

Family Day Care Home Monitor Handbook

Guidance for Management Plans and Budgets

Independent Child Care Centers Handbook

Monitoring Handbook for State Agencies

Serious Deficiency, Suspension, & Appeals for State Agencies and Sponsoring Organizations

SFSP Handbook Links

SFSP Administration Guide 

State Agency Monitoring Guide

Sponsor Monitor's Guide

Nutrition Guidance for Sponsors

Site Supervisor's Guide (available in English and Spanish)