During the pandemic, our caregivers have been essential workers, supporting the social and emotional growth of our babies every day during a stressful time.
Category: Early Care and Education
Webinar: CACFP 101- Learn about the federal Child and Adult Care Food Program
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a reimbursement-based program available for licensed child care centers, registered family child care providers and before- and after-school care programs.
WEBINAR: Attunement and Resiliency in the Midst of Uncertainty
A discussion of how professionals supporting families can recognize and tune in to their own needs during these changing and uncertain times – especially when they themselves are working parents.
$3 Million Budget Resolution Aims to Expand Child Care for Infants and Toddlers
ACNJ has partnered with Senator Joseph Vitale (D-19) and Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez (D-19) in the introduction of a budget resolution aimed at addressing child care deserts and the inaccessibility of high-quality infant/toddler care in New Jersey.
Want to Strengthen New Jersey’s Economy? Fix the Child Care Crisis
A new report from ReadyNation estimates that the lack of licensed child care for working parents of infants and toddlers could cost New Jersey’s economy $1.7 billion per year, stemming from lost earnings, productivity and revenue. Read report and op-ed.