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Childcare in Colorado: The challenges families face
Childcare in Colorado Springs is increasingly expensive and scarce, with the Pikes Peak region having 47,000 children under five but only 18,000 childcare spots. Families face difficult choices, including leaving the workforce, due to high costs and limited availability. Joint Initiatives is advocating for zoning law changes to expand childcare access and affordability.
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