We are planning to bring a grandparent to our home for a month to take care of our 2 children for about 6 weeks later this year. We pay for her travel, food, and she stays in our home. Can we use the Child and Dependent care credit (35% credit on up to $6,000) to pay for these expenses? If yes, travel and food are clearer, but since we also give her space to live during that time, can we charge a portion of our rent as an expense as well?
Also, since we have a Dependent Care Savings account, lets say we have money left over, could we use that to pay for these expenses?
Lastly, is there any other tax deferral/credit mechanism to use to pay for these expenses?
Thanks!
