Date: February 16, 2024
Washington is taking significant steps to support child care providers offering services outside standard hours by proposing to increase their monthly bonus to $500. This initiative aims to address the critical need for after-hours care for parents working non-traditional schedules.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families in Washington recognizes the challenges faced by providers in staffing and operating after-hours care. By enhancing incentives, the state seeks to improve accessibility and affordability in the child care sector, benefiting families in various industries requiring non-standard schedules.
This proposed increase in incentives reflects Washington’s commitment to meeting the diverse child care needs of its residents, emphasizing support for both providers and families.