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Focus Groups To Host Listening Sessions on Early Childcare Needs

Marco Verch
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The University of Missouri Extension and the Community Partnership of the Ozarks will host two listening sessions to better meet childcare needs in Springfield. 

Both sessions will take place at the Community Partnership of the Ozarks on North Jefferson Avenue in Springfield. The goal is to improve early childcare services in the Springfield area, especially for low-income, working families.

According to a news release from the MU Extension in Greene County, the first session on Monday, August 19th is for childcare providers and the second session on Tuesday, August 20th is for parents and caregivers of young children.  Both events begin at 5:30 PM. Participants will receive a free meal, as well as free childcare during the session and a $30 gift card.

Organizers say affordable childcare is necessary for families to find work or to finish their education.

To register for either session, follow the link here.