2024 Dependent Care Fsa (Dcfsa)

Participating in a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA), is a way of putting money aside
tax-free throughout the year, and then using those dollars throughout the year, to pay for eligible dependent care needs, like those for child care or care for an elderly or disabled family member.

WHAT IS CHANGING IN 2024?

NEW! Child Care Subsidy
Dartmouth is pleased to expand support for employees with legal dependents (up to age 6) to help offset eligible pre-K child care expenses, such as licensed day care centers. Dartmouth will contribute up to $4,000 for eligible employees when you elect the Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA) for 2024. There is a limit of one Subsidy per family, regardless of the number of eligible children. Fore more information go to

Understanding the Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts are strictly regulated by the IRS.  It is your responsibility to read and understand the information provided.  For clarification about information on this webpage, please reach out to the Dartmouth Benefits Office. If you have specific questions around these IRS rules and regulations surrounding your DCFSA plan, you are advised to speak to your tax professional.

For more in-depth information about your plans and how they work, please read the information provided below.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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