2021 R&R Day Legislative Briefing

Check out the 2021 R&R Day Legislative Briefing to learn about California’s child care resource and referral (R&R) infrastructure. For over 40 years, child care resource and referral agencies have been strong backbones of their communities. During the COVID-19 pandemic and multiple natural disasters, R&R agencies have stepped up to provide vital support to families and child care providers.

This event was organized by members of the California Child Care Resource & Referral Network and covered the background of R&R, and how parents and providers utilize this free service in communities across California. Recorded on 2/24/2021.

Presenters:

Keisha Nzewi, Policy Director, California Child Care Resource & Referral Network
Kelly Graesch, Director of Member Services, California Child Care Resource & Referral Network
Miren Algorri, Family Child Care Provider (San Diego County)
Emily Young, R&R Counselor, CocoKids (Contra Costa County)
Gretchen Howard, Database Manager, California Child Care Resource & Referral Network