Will The Child Care Industry Survive COVID-19?

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted the childcare industry, with many centers experiencing reduced enrollment and income. Trisha Peterson's center in Wisconsin is one example, facing financial strain and staff layoffs. The industry, already operating on thin margins, is further challenged by health requirements like reduced class sizes. These changes threaten the viability of many centers, impacting families and communities, especially those already vulnerable. The workforce, predominantly women, faces additional pressures as they balance work and family responsibilities.

What percentage of parents' incomes does childcare typically take for married and single parents?

What communities are mentioned as being disproportionately impacted by the pandemic?