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          Your One-Stop Shop: What is a Child Care Resource and Referral Agency?

          September 17, 2025

          Map of Ohio showing regions and logos for various child care resource and referral agencies, with text promoting resources and support for Ohio families and providers in early childhood education.If you’ve ever typed “find child care near me” in a search bar and felt overwhelmed by the results, you’re not alone. That’s where Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies like 4C for Children step in. We are truly a one-stop shop for everything related to early education and care for children ages 0-21.

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          4C for Children Promotes Kim Ginn to Chief Program Officer

          September 9, 2025

          Kim Ginn headshot4C for Children, the local nonprofit agency dedicated to supporting families and child care providers through resources, referrals and advocacy, is proud to announce the promotion of Kim Ginn to Chief Program Officer (CPO).

          In this new role, Ginn will oversee the agency’s full portfolio of programs and services, ensuring alignment with 4C for Children’s mission to support the adults who care for children.

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          Keeping Babies Safe

          August 27, 2025

          A man gently kisses the foot of a newborn baby cradled in his arms. The baby wears a white onesie, and both share a tender moment.September is Baby Safety Month. As a parent, your top priority is keeping your baby safe. Babies and young children grow and develop quickly and with each new stage of development safety standards can change.

          Here are some key safety precautions for parents and caregivers.

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          Six Tips to Prepare Children for School

          July 31, 2025

          A young girl with pigtails and an orange backpack smiles while holding hands with an adult in a blue shirt, walking outdoors on a sunny day.

          August and back to school comes with mixed feelings for school-age children and their families. The new school year is exciting but it can also cause some anxiety among both caregivers and children. Here are some ways that families can help smooth the transition and ease the anxiety, especially for children who are attending school for the first time.

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          4C for Children Announces New Board Chair, Four New Board of Trustee Members

          July 30, 2025

          CINCINNATI – 4C for Children, the local nonprofit agency dedicated to supporting families and child care providers through resources, referrals, and advocacy, proudly announces the appointment of Stephanie Byrd as chair of its Board of Trustees. The agency also welcomes four new members to the board: Liz Keating, Donna Miller, Stephanie Rizzuto and Kimberly Satcher.

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          Dean Woodring Named President and CEO of 4C for Children

          July 1, 2025

          Dean Woodring headshot4C for Children, the leading child care resource and referral agency serving Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Woodring as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.

          An advocate for innovation and ensuring access for all, Woodring brings more than three decades of education and leadership roles across public schools, higher education, and national organizations. She succeeds retiring President/CEO Vanessa Freytag, who has led the agency for the past 10 years.

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          Avoiding the Summer Slide

          June 26, 2025

          A woman and a young girl are lying on a blanket in a grassy park, smiling while reading a book together. Trees and a tall building are visible in the background.Summer is finally upon us and children are enjoying the relaxed days and nights. But there’s always a worry about what has been coined “summer slide.” According to a recent study, children between the third and fifth grades lose 20% of their school-year gains in reading and 27% in math during summer break.

          The good news is that there are fun, educational activities that can help prevent the slide. Here is a list of ideas that you and your family can incorporate into your lazy days of summer:

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          4C for Children, Goodwill Industries Partnership Announced

          June 17, 2025

          A group of people stand together as a woman cuts a blue ribbon with large scissors at an indoor ribbon-cutting ceremony; others smile, clap, and watch.4C for Children and Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries (OVGI) are partnering to help local families meet housing, employment and child care needs. Vanessa Freytag, 4C for Children’s president/CEO, calls the partnership a “game changer for working families.”

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          Summer Water Safety Guidelines

          May 28, 2025

          A young child wearing pink swim gear and yellow goggles practices swimming in a pool, reaching forward with both arms, while an adult in a red swim cap smiles and watches from nearby.

          On hot summer days it’s hard to resist playing in or near water. Although water play is fun and relaxing, remember to remain aware and vigilant about safety. This is exceptionally important since the leading cause of death for children under age 4 is drowning. In addition to the dangers around a pool, there are also dangers inside the home. Here are eight tips to help keep children safe.

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