The Role of Family and Friends in Childcare Choices

Carolina's heart warming story explores how Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) care goes beyond formal education and is filled with values of trust, love, and shared cultural experiences that are vital for many families, especially for communities of color. We get a look inside her own experience and how her grandmother has been an essential caregiver, providing a cultural connection, safety, and a foundation of faith for multiple generations. Carolina emphasizes the crucial role FFN providers have in raising children and the need for society to truly honor their contributions through meaningful support and policy change.