Finding child care is a struggle for many parents across Central Oregon. In this week's Special Report, Jillian Fortner takes a look at how NeighborImpact and COCC are working together to create hundreds of new child care spots.
AUBURN, Wash. – After a series of low-paying jobs, Nicole Slemp finally landed one she loved. She was a secretary for Washington’s child services department, a job that came with her own cubicle, and she had a knack for working with families in difficult situations. Slemp expected to return to work after having her son […]
Police have arrested a woman accused of running an unlicensed daycare facility in Crystal Lake after she allegedly intentionally injured a child, officials said. The Crystal Lake Police Department received information around 11 a.m. Monday from the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). The agency reported an aggravated battery to a child that occurred […]
Student-parents disproportionately give up before they reach the finish line. Fewer than 4 in 10 graduate with a degree within six years, compared with more than 6 in 10 other students. Search to learn more about childcare availability at colleges and universities nationwide. Enter an institution name to see if child care is available and how many […]
Childcare providers say a combination of factors contributes to the high cost of care, even though some workers earn minimum wage. Families shouldn’t pay more than 7% of their household income on child care, according to federal standards. [ more › ]
Manage your mum’s care from a distance. Don’t get sucked into her orbitThe question My father was violent and my mother emotionally fragile. I took on a parental role from the age of around 11, trying to manage my dad’s moods, keep my mum’s spirits up and take care of my younger brother. Mum often leaned on me and I felt responsible for her stability. We were often punished in cruel ways. I was also abused sexually by a family “friend”. When we finally escaped our father, Mum moved this friend...
There's a dizzying array of childhood programs, schools and child-care options — all with slightly different names and definitions — which can be confusing to parents trying to make decisions about what's best for their family. We’ve broken down the basics to help you navigate the maze. Ages: 0-5 years old Cost: Free and paid options. Families may qualify for subsidies. This form of care typically refers to a trusted adult. It could be a grandparent or a close friend or it could be someone...
HOPWOOD, Pa. (WTRF) - A local man who was employed as a foster care and adoption worker is now charged with child pornography, according to our affiliate KDKA. Cory Johnson, of Pennsylvania, allegedly photographed nude children without their knowledge. Johnson's ex-wife reportedly discovered the photos after looking at an email account she used to share []
A program that provides some patients acute-level care in their own home is now up and running at four Vancouver hospitals: Vancouver General, St. Paul's, Mount St. Joseph and the University of B.C. hospital.
John Patrick Paul Beckett (44), whose address was given to the court on Friday, admitted one count of sexual communication with a child on February 24, 2023. The defendant also admitted three charges of sexual activity with a child under 18 which took place on dates between January 1 and February 23, 2023. Derry Crown Court heard on Friday that the victim, who was 14 years old at the time of the offences, said in a statement that following the abuse things 'will never be the same again.' Judge...
"Child care providers are the workforce behind the workforce needed to build Maine's economy."
The survey of more than 1,200 child care providers found many optimistic about rising enrollments and more confident than they were in 2022 that they can sustain their businesses