Tackling a child care void
Child care facilities have always been hard to come by in Sawyer County. A community survey found a severe shortage of affordable, quality child care in the county—especially for infants and toddlers. New parents face waiting lists that are several years long for a spot at existing facilities.
Child care in rural Wisconsin: Challenges, a crossroads and hopeful opportunities
We know child care access and affordability are critical for Wisconsin’s workforce productivity and growth, particularly in rural Wisconsin.
Accessible Child Care Affects Everyone- Not Just Parent and Caregivers
One out of three Adams County residents are 65 years old and older (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020). “Adams County is known as a desirable place to retire with the beautiful lakes and vast activities like campgrounds, golf courses, and places to dine. Without reliable child care, parents and caregivers may be faced with having to leave the workforce to care for their children, young children left home alone, or sending children to unregulated child care providers,” said Tina Smith, Foster Care Social Worker.
