State task force report details policies to stabilize and sustain child care industry and increase affordability for Washington families.. . . read more
Cowlitz Child Care Partnership Grant
The Cowlitz Community Network and members of the Cowlitz Community Charter are working together to develop an action plan to stabilize and expand child care capacity in our community. . . . read more
The Business Case for Child Care - Workforce SW WA
Companies cannot be successful if their workers lack affordable, accessible childcare. Companies must be part of developing, funding and implementing solutions to the childcare crisis . . . read more
Financial Football App for Teens
Visa and the National Football League have teamed up to create Financial Football, a fast-paced, interactive game that engages students while teaching them personal finance skills. . . . play online or download for Android or download for iPhone
How Much Down Payment on a House?
For now, let’s examine the nuts and bolts of the foremost consideration standing between you and the keys to your first home – coming up with a down payment . . . read more
Article
Whether you’ve got one child or a growing brood, it pays to consider ways to save money on family expenses. Check out these money-saving tips for families:. . . read more
More Parks Longer Lives
Urban parks and green spaces protect our health by providing opportunities for physical activity, time in nature, social connection and respite. But access to parks and green spaces is starkly unequal across lines of race and class.. . .read more
Welcome to Shubert’s Home
Shubert’s Home in Bug Valley offers practical, room-by-room examples of Conscious Discipline implementation in the home. . . . learn more
The Unique Impact of Trauma in Infancy
The bonding and nurturing humans get within the first two years of life are essential to developing a sense that the world and people around us are safe and that we are, fundamentally, “ok”. If we don’t get that – and especially if we get the opposite – it has life-long impacts that are difficult to repair.. . . .read more
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Child Care Partnership
Access to child care is imperative for the long-term success of our children and the health of our economy.
Financial Literacy
Free financial education: Budgeting, saving, borrowing, establishing and maintaining credit.
Behavioral Health
Resources for child care providers and families of children with challenging behavioral needs.