EMPLOYER SUPPORT MATTERS
A strong workforce depends on reliable child care for working families across Morris County.
Supporting parents helps build a strong future workforce:
- Family-friendly workplace practices can support employee recruitment and retention
- Child care challenges can affect workforce participation, particularly for parents and caregivers
- Access to affordable child care remains especially challenging for lower-wage workers
WAYS THAT EMPLOYERS CAN SUPPORT WORKING FAMILIES
Partner with Child & Family Resources to explore child care support options for your workforce.
Comprehensive or Enhanced Referral and Consultation
Child & Family Resources offers referral and consultation services to help employers better understand child care needs within their workforce. Support may include personalized guidance based on employee preferences and community resources.
Child Development Resources
CFR provides educational materials related to child development, parenting, and family well-being. These resources may support working parents by offering guidance and strategies to help manage work–life balance.
Lunch & Learn Opportunities
Employers may partner with Child & Family Resources to host informational sessions focused on child care topics, available supports, and navigating child care options. Sessions can be offered virtually or in person based on employer needs.
OTHER WAYS TO HELP
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
Some employers offer EAPs to support employee well-being through confidential counseling, referrals, and short-term support services.
https://www.samhsa.gov/workplace/employer-resources/provide-support
OTHER WAYS TO HELP (Continued)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Some employers offer Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCAPs), which allow employees to use pre-tax dollars for eligible child care expenses. These benefits may help families reduce out-of-pocket child care costs.
https://www.healthcare.gov/have-job-based-coverage/flexible-spending-accounts/
Working Remotely (Telecommuting)
Flexible work arrangements, such as remote or hybrid schedules, may support employee engagement and help families better manage caregiving responsibilities.
Predictable Scheduling
Predictable scheduling can help working parents plan child care arrangements more effectively and reduce last-minute disruptions.
Flextime
Flexible start and end times may help employees balance work and family responsibilities while supporting workplace productivity.
HOW CFR CAN SUPPORT EMPLOYERS
Finding child care can be overwhelming for working parents. Child & Family Resources, Morris County’s Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) agency, is available to help families explore child care options and available supports.
Child & Family Resources is Morris County’s CCR&R Agency: https://cfrmorris.org/parents/finding-child-care/
Find your County’s CCR&R at https://www.childcarenj.gov/CCRR
CHILD CARE SUBSIDIES FOR LOW-WAGE EARNERS
Some families may qualify for child care assistance programs designed to help offset the cost of care. Eligibility is based on household income and other factors.