Many states fall short on child care investments—Does yours?

By Sandra Bishop on April 08, 2025

Inadequate state investment in child care holds families, employers, and our economy back. Read our new report to see how your state measures up. 

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Strong military families, strong nation: The critical role of child care

By CCAoA on April 07, 2025

April is the Month of the Military Child—a time to recognize and honor the sacrifices and contributions of military children. These young individuals serve in their own way, moving from place to place, adapting to new schools, and supporting their families as their parents serve our nation. For many, the journey of being a military child shapes their future in critical ways.

Topics: military

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CCAoA Urges Administration to Change Course on Federal Early Learning Staff Reductions

By CCAoA on April 03, 2025
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Promoting healthy sleep habits in young children

Topics: Health & Safety

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Beyond emergency plans: Protecting CCR&R staff mental health in disaster response

By Jillian Ritter on March 25, 2025

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While it’s important to prepare to meet physical needs during an emergency, considering emotional needs is also critical. Staying attuned to the mental health of staff at Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) organizations is paramount so that they can support their communities before, during, and after disasters.   

Topics: emergency preparedness

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Strengthening child care: A new tool to help you advocate for a resilient child care system

By CCAoA on March 20, 2025

 

Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) organizations remain a vital force in connecting families, providers, businesses, and policymakers to build a stronger child care infrastructure—because making child care strong makes everyone stronger. Yet despite their profound impact, CCR&Rs are often underrecognized and underfunded. It's time to change that. 

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