(Atlantic) The Nishna Valley Family YMCA and the Iowa Women’s Foundation invite area businesses, employers, community agencies, individuals, municipalities, families, and anyone interested in the state of childcare in the Atlantic area on Wednesday, November 1, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Cass County Community Center.
Nishna Valley Family YMCA Executive Director Dan Haynes says the forum focuses on the future of childcare in our communities.
Haynes says they welcome all employers, people, and agencies willing to work together to discuss and generate viable solutions to the childcare needs of our families.
Haynes says they would also like to talk about a potential employer grant that the community can apply for, of which all businesses that have children in the center could be a part.
Haynes says Sheri Penny of the Iowa Women’s Foundation will also be on hand to speak about the unique ways that other communities across Iowa are tackling the childcare crisis in their communities. “It is tough work, but communities that come together to work on the issue collectively are succeeding in stabilizing childcare for their families and employers.” Said Penny
Haynes encourages anyone interested in this issue to participate in the community solution. Please RSVP to kboucher@nishnavalleyymca.com or call 712-243-3934 so that we can plan for the appropriate number of meals and seating. If you have questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to contact Dan Haynes at 712-243-3934 or dhaynes@nishnavalleyymca.com.
Thursday 2:00 p.m.
