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Family child care networks: Actions needed to better assess quality improvement efforts

Description:

GAO was asked to review the characteristics and perceived benefits and disadvantages of family child care networks, among other issues. This report examines (1) characteristics of CCDF-supported networks including their funding, service population, and services; (2) selected stakeholders’ views on whether and how providers benefit from networks and on factors providers consider in deciding whether to join a network; and (3) how OCC supports and assesses states’ efforts to improve the quality of family child care, including through networks. GAO conducted a non-generalizable survey of CCDF-supported networks and interviewed state, union, and network officials in four states (Alabama, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Oregon), selected based on the percentage of children receiving CCDF-subsidized care in family child care homes, among other factors. GAO also reviewed states’ plans and interviewed OCC officials to assess OCC’s support and evaluation. (author abstract)

Resource Type:
Reports & Papers
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Country:
United States
State(s)/Territories/Tribal Nation(s):
Alabama; Illinois; Massachusetts; Oregon

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