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BERWYN, PA — In Pennsylvania, the burden of childcare costs has been a growing concern. The average cost in 2023 ranged from $9,000 to $13,000 — consuming over 15 percent …
Pennsylvania Boosts Childcare Tax Credit: A Financial Lifeline for Families Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — State Representative Melissa Shusterman, a Democrat from Chester County, has co-sponsored a major legislative victory for working families in Pennsylvania. House Bill 1259, which Shusterman co-prime sponsored, significantly …
Pennsylvania Legislature Passes Bill to Triple Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro took a significant step towards strengthening early childhood education in Pennsylvania at the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission’s (ELIC) 2023 Annual Meeting on Wednesday. He …
Governor Shapiro Revitalizes Early Learning Commission with New Executive Order Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) is inviting employers to a free workshop and breakfast on options for addressing employee childcare.
Employers Invited to Free Workshop on “Childcare: The Workforce Behind the Workforce” by Chester County Economic Development Council Read More
In today’s dynamic work environment, the importance of workplace benefits for parents cannot be overstated. Parents constitute a significant portion of our workforce, and their unique needs require thoughtful attention …
4 Workplace Benefits that Support Parents Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — Raising a child is no easy feat, but imagine doing it again decades later. This is the reality for many grandparents and other non-parent caregivers who …
Empowering GrandFamilies: Upcoming Event for Grandparents and Other Non-Parent Caregivers Read More
READING, PA — Finding the right job can be tough, especially when you’re living in a city with a low cost of living and limited opportunities. In Reading, PA, there …
The Lowest-Paying Jobs in Reading, PA: Can You Make A Living? Read More