OCCRRA

The Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA) enhances the statewide system of child and youth learning and development experiences.

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

What is OCCRRA? We are a nonprofit state association for the child care resource and referral network. We are enhancing the statewide system of child learning and youth development to help achieve high quality outcomes for Ohio's children. https://t.co/AZWPectnNn

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

With slow population growth, flat birth rates, and less immigration getting EVERY person who wants to work into the general workforce is more critical than ever. The Economic Necessity of Child Care Infrastructure... https://t.co/sDwZn10FsS

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Child care subsidies grow the workforce. You have to be working to qualify—contributing to the economy. But government payments to child care businesses fall short. Child care is the work that makes all other work possible.

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

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[Action for Children @Act4Kidz]

Child care is a “three birds, one stone” solution for children, families, and communities. Here’s why the words we use to describe early learning matter:
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Author: Kat Glenn-Applegate, Director Director of Child Care and Education Initiatives

[4C for Children @4CforChildren]

Local expertise matters!

Child care resource and referral agencies are connected to the communities we serve. That knowledge allows us to provide free, quality child care referrals!

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

No child care=no workforce. Subsidies help frontline workers (retail, transportation, custodian, nurses) be at their job and contribute to the economy. But public payments to child care businesses don’t cover the real cost. Child care is the work that makes all other work happen.

[4C for Children @4CforChildren]

Why should you go to 4C for Children to find child care?

We are a state-designated resource that can connect you to quality child care and community resources. Plus, there's NO COST to you!

Funding provided by DCY.

[The 74 @The74]

Families struggle to secure affordable care, while some child care programs operate below capacity https://t.co/pm6ZlF4fWh

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Why Working Parents Are Reaching A Breaking Point Over Childcare via @forbes https://t.co/dIcMDKTjsq

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Ohio voters overwhelmingly support government investments in child care. They know that child care will increase workforce participation and prepare children for the future. Read the polling results here, https://t.co/Nd24SVRPuq

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Child care needs more workers and @MarionTech is making it happen. We are thankful for their partnership.

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[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Child Care has a direct impact on the future success of children. @ECResCenter in Canton can help get you started. career. OCCRRA has scholarships and apprenticeships to get certified or advance your career. #OhiosOneStopShop

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Good policy starts with good data.
Child Care Resource & Referral Orgs (CCR&Rs), like Starting Point, collect and share information on child care supply, demand, and workforce needs. Helping shape policies that support working families & strengthen the economy. #OhiosOneStopShop

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Child care is the number one reason holding people back from entering the workforce. Although mostly privately run (like utilities), child care is economic infrastructure. Successful states invest in child care helping children and families contribute to society.

[NBC4 Columbus @nbc4i]

Ohio saw a relatively high unemployment rate of 4.6%, low payroll growth and weak startup activity, according to a study released in June. https://t.co/Kz6Bk10EPx

[4C for Children @4CforChildren]

What is a CCR&R?

Your one-stop shop for early childhood education resources and tools!

Child Care Resource & Referral agencies are the go-to place for families, providers & communities who need support with child care & early learning.

Lear more here: https://t.co/GMwWUf1Rju

[Child Care Resource Center @ccresourcectr]

📢 We’re listening! CCRC is conducting a Needs Assessment Survey to gather input from anyone who cares for kids in Lorain, Erie, Huron, Sandusky & Seneca Counties.

💬 Help us support children and the adults who care for them.

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[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

"Restoring Trust in Expertise" by Pratt and Chamberlain, outlines the role that Associations play in our society. These organizations define best practices and support industries from the inside out. OCCRRA is that trusted source for information on the child care industry in Ohio

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

Accessible child care means supporting funding that grows the child care workforce. OCCRRA has state scholarships, wage supplements and apprenticeship programs to help child care workers expand their education and job experience. https://t.co/OEUPqmhAaP

[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

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[OCCRRA @OhioCCRRA]

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