RISE Study: Childcare Demand to Accelerate
The Regional Industry Support Enterprise (RISE) has released a comprehensive study on the demand for childcare services in the eight-county RISE region.
The study, prepared by Georgia Southern University's Center for Business Analytics and Economic Research, found that quality childcare is not only a family issue, but also an economic one.
Quality childcare isn’t just a family issue; it’s an economic one. When parents have reliable, affordable childcare, our entire region benefits
According to RISE President and CEO Anna Chafin, understanding the challenges related to childcare is crucial to supporting families, providers, and employers.
The study was funded by Norfolk Southern's Thriving Communities grant program.
Author's summary: RISE study reveals childcare demand.