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Supporting Families, Recruiting Child Care Providers

March 20, 2023

Finding an open child care seat is a struggle for local families. And finding qualified staff for child care programs in order to expand capacity is a struggle for local child care providers. When combined, these struggles have created a child care crisis in this region. 4C for Children in taking action by launching the unique Child Care Careers Program.

Recently, Local 12 News highlighted 4C for Children’s new program to rebuild the workforce in the community. In doing so, families and parents like first-time mother Roxana Holland will find it easier to find child care for children.

Parenting Hot Topic: Talk About Teeth

January 30, 2023

February is for flossing—not the dance move but the dental hygiene activity! This month is National Children’s Dental Health month.

Poor dental health can lead to pain and infection that may cause problems when eating, speaking, playing, and learning. Children who have poor oral health often miss school more and receive lower grades compared to other children.

The good news is cavities are preventable! Daily dental hygiene routines at home and regular visits to a dentist can help. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), parents can support young children by developing good dental habits. Read More about Parenting Hot Topic: Talk About Teeth »

Parenting Hot Topic: Managing Parental Stress

December 5, 2022

Stress is an expected part of life as a parent. Parenting comes with a high level of stress and it’s not always possible to be calm and stress-free around your children. As parental stress builds up, it can start to affect how you interact with your child and how they feel. Learning to relieve parental stress can give you the patience, energy and perspective to be the parent you want to be.

Q&A With the Conference Keynote Speakers

November 29, 2022

More than 450 child care providers attended the 4C for Children Leadership and Early Education Conference in October and were inspired and motivated by keynote speakers Maryum Ali and Dan St. Romain. The speakers shared stories and tips about social-emotional well-being and positive ways to assess children’s developmental needs.

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4C for Children to Recognize 50 Honorees

August 10, 2022

Local advocates to be celebrated at 4C for Children 50th Anniversary Champions Gala, Presented by PNC Bank

CINCINNATI, Aug. 10, 2022 – 4C for Children will honor its retired CEO, Sallie Westheimer, during the organization’s Champions Gala. The event, which is presented by PNC Bank, takes place Oct. 8 at Music Hall.

The gala will celebrate 4C for Children’s 50th anniversary serving Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley as a premier resource for high-quality early education and care for the youngest children in our community.

Stabilization Grants: The Latest Updates

August 8, 2022

new update Funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) supports the recovery and stabilization of child care providers across the nation. In Ohio, this money is now available to child care programs in the form of Stabilization Grants. Since these funds are being distributed through grants that means the money does not need to be paid back if it is used according to the guidelines.

All ODJFS licensed programs meeting the Phase 3 qualifications are eligible to receive these funds. A child care program doesn’t need to be SUTQ-rated or provide care for families using publicly funded child care to apply for these Stabilization Grants. Payment timelines are still estimated to be 4-6 weeks from the application approval date.

Tap Into Resources to Open or Expand a Child Care Business

August 5, 2022

There has never been a better time to consider starting or expanding a family child care or center-based business! 4C for Children is recruiting new licensed child care programs and helping current programs expand in the counties and communities we serve in Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley.

Powering Early Education and Care for 50 Years

August 4, 2022

4C for Children logo featuring a green "4" and blue "C" with a green child figure holding a star, symbolizing early education and child care. A gold badge reads "1972-2022, 50 Years." The text “for Children” is at the bottom. 4C for Children is celebrating 50 years of service with a series of events that intend to recognize local community leaders and volunteers who have helped make strides in the field of early childhood education.

Nominate an Extraordinary Educator

July 29, 2022

Do you know an early childhood educator or program administrator who is making a difference in the lives of young children and families? If so, nominate them for one of two honors 4C for Children will award at the annual Leadership and Early Childhood Conference on Oct. 21-22, 2022, at the Sharonville Convention Center. The deadline for submitting nominations is Sept. 30.