Chatsworth, CA, January 29, 2010 --(PR.com)-- A new study released by the Child Care Resource Center (CCRC) examines the vital importance of child care subsidies for families and their communities. The report, funded by the California Department of Education, illustrates that publicly funded programs allow lower income parents to work and contribute to the economic stability of their family and community while fostering important child outcomes such as school readiness.
This supports President Obama's proposal to nearly double the child care tax credit for families earning less than $85,000 - a proposal that would lower taxes families owe to the government. This is good news for California's working families who often struggle to afford safe housing, quality child care and nutritious meals.
The quasi-experimental study was conducted by examining two groups - those waiting to receive help paying for child care and those already receiving financial assistance. Sample group participants represent families in Northern Los Angeles County and the study results indicate statistically significant differences between the two groups. Dr. Susan Savage, Director of Research for the Child Care Resource Center, says, "Positive impacts are seen in economic and social stability, as well as child development outcomes. This confirms what we have always believed - subsidized child care programs provide opportunities for families that would not otherwise have been possible."
Although still low income, having their child care paid for allows families to find and retain employment, be the
This supports President Obama's proposal to nearly double the child care tax credit for families earning less than $85,000 - a proposal that would lower taxes families owe to the government. This is good news for California's working families who often struggle to afford safe housing, quality child care and nutritious meals.
The quasi-experimental study was conducted by examining two groups - those waiting to receive help paying for child care and those already receiving financial assistance. Sample group participants represent families in Northern Los Angeles County and the study results indicate statistically significant differences between the two groups. Dr. Susan Savage, Director of Research for the Child Care Resource Center, says, "Positive impacts are seen in economic and social stability, as well as child development outcomes. This confirms what we have always believed - subsidized child care programs provide opportunities for families that would not otherwise have been possible."
Although still low income, having their child care paid for allows families to find and retain employment, be the