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PENNSYLVANIA — State Representative Melissa Shusterman, a Democrat from Chester County, has co-sponsored a major legislative victory for working families in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1259, which Shusterman co-prime sponsored, significantly …
Pennsylvania Legislature Passes Bill to Triple Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro took a significant step towards strengthening early childhood education in Pennsylvania at the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission’s (ELIC) 2023 Annual Meeting on Wednesday. He …
Governor Shapiro Revitalizes Early Learning Commission with New Executive Order Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) is inviting employers to a free workshop and breakfast on options for addressing employee childcare.
Employers Invited to Free Workshop on “Childcare: The Workforce Behind the Workforce” by Chester County Economic Development Council Read More
U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act in the Senate on November 14. The legislation aims to address financial challenges faced by child care providers …
Senator Casey Introduces Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act to Boost Meal Reimbursements Read More
In today’s dynamic work environment, the importance of workplace benefits for parents cannot be overstated. Parents constitute a significant portion of our workforce, and their unique needs require thoughtful attention …
4 Workplace Benefits that Support Parents Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — As many local students head back to school this week, state Senator Carolyn Comitta met with leaders and educators from the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) to …
Senator Comitta Joins YMCA Leaders to Tackle Childcare Provider Challenges Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Raising a child is no easy feat, but imagine doing it again decades later. This is the reality for many grandparents and other non-parent caregivers who …
Empowering GrandFamilies: Upcoming Event for Grandparents and Other Non-Parent Caregivers Read More
COATESVILLE, PA —Brighter Future Early Learning Center announced its grand opening August 7, 2023, filling a long-time void for quality childcare and educational services in Coatesville, according to Founder and …
Grand Opening: Coatesville Welcomes Much-Needed Early Learning Center Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services recently discovered unauthorized access to the information of individuals enrolled in the Child Care Works program. The incident affected primary parents or …
Data Breach Alert: Unauthorized Access to PA Child Care Works Program Exposes Personal Information Read More
READING, PA — Finding the right job can be tough, especially when you’re living in a city with a low cost of living and limited opportunities. In Reading, PA, there …
The Lowest-Paying Jobs in Reading, PA: Can You Make A Living? Read More