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Statewide survey of childcare rates in Rhode Island

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This study is sponsored by the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training (DLT) on behalf of the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS), pursuant to section 40-6.2-1.1 of the General Laws of State of Rhode Island, as amended. The survey was conducted between July 1and July 31, 2013 by the Schmidt Labor Research Center (SLRC) at the University of Rhode Island (URI). The questionnaires used in the survey were prepared jointly by SLRC researchers and employees at DHS. This study was undertaken to determine child care rates charged throughout Rhode Island and, particularly, to establish the 75th percentile rate. The 75th percentile rate indicates the rate at or below which 75% of respondents charge. For example, the 75th percentile weekly rate for toddler care in Family or Group Family Childcare Homes is $185.00, which means that 75% of respondents who provide such care charge $185.00 per week or less; or put another way, only 25% charge more than $185.00 per week. The ultimate purpose of this study is to assist DHS in determining the appropriate maximum reimbursement rates for child care services provided to families participating in the DHS Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP). The questionnaires, however, also included items to aid in the interpretation of the data, to assist in informing larger policy discussions, and to allow us to learn more about the concerns of providers. For example, questions concerning the types of care provided, age groups cared for, number of children subsidized, and hours of operation were included. Also, providers were given the opportunity to include written comments. It should be noted that the data reported here indicate the cost to consumers--that is, the rates (or prices) that providers charge for childcare--not the cost of providing the care. (author abstract)
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Reports & Papers
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United States
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Rhode Island

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