Supporting family-friendly policies and accessible childcare enhances employee satisfaction, fosters loyalty, and improves overall productivity.
A Child Care Toolkit for Employers
Through its Employer Child Care Toolkit, Child & Family Resources supports businesses in building family-friendly workplaces that meet the needs of today’s workforce.
Reliable child care helps employees thrive at work, improving morale, retention, and productivity—benefiting both families and employers.
In a competitive employment landscape, retaining top talent is just as important as recruiting it. When employers understand employee needs and implement policies that encourage respect, engagement, and work–life balance, they create a culture that drives loyalty and improves performance.
458,554 Children under age 6 in New Jersey with working parents
694,213 School-age children (ages 6-13) in New Jersey with working parents
80.1% Working mothers in New Jersey with children under age 6
82% Working mothers in New Jersey with school-age children
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey, 1-Year Estimates
Founded in 1972, Child & Family Resources (CFR) provides programs and services that support children, families, and the communities in which they live and work. CFR partners with employers to help expand access to childcare solutions that support today’s workforce.
Access to quality childcare is vital to a strong state economy. These resources below are designed to help employers explore meaningful ways to be part of the solution in expanding affordable, high-quality child care for working parents.
