The daycare crisis is a multifaceted challenge fueled by a shortage of slots, unaffordable costs, and an under-resourced workforce – all of which heavily impact families’ livelihoods and well-being. Amid this storm, in-home childcare providers play a crucial role in easing the burden. Their flexibility, relative affordability, and community-centered care are helping thousands of families find safe and nurturing child care when more formal options fall short. As policymakers and communities grapple with expanding child care access, the contributions of these home-based providers are increasingly recognized as indispensable in bridging the gap during a time of crisis.
Recent studies and reports on the child care crisis have been used to inform this overview, including data from Zero to Three, KPMG, the U.S. Department of Labor, the Center for American Progress, Child Care Aware of America, NAEYC, and others. These sources provide statistics on childcare deserts, cost trends, workforce issues, and the growing importance of family child care homes​ underlining the severity of the crisis and the value of in-home childcare solutions.

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KPMG.COM
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ZEROTOTHREE.ORG
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NAEYC.ORG
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ZEROTOTHREE.ORG
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AMERICANPROGRESS.ORG
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BLOG.DOL.GOV
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ZEROTOTHREE.ORG
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KPMG.COM
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AMERICANPROGRESS.ORG
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HOMEGROWNCHILDCARE.ORG
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NAFCC.ORG