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The Funding Cliff and Its Impact on the Childcare Industry
This chapter discusses the funding cliff that the US childcare industry experienced in September, resulting in closures and limited capacity of daycare centers. It explores the challenges faced by the industry, such as the inability to hire enough workers due to low wages, rising prices, and the struggles of parents in finding childcare options. The chapter also highlights the importance of considering the impact on working mothers and the interconnection between the return-to-office debates and childcare issues.