There are 3 article(s) tagged childcare:

• February 2026

  • Closing the care gaps: On the Hill, lawmakers advocate for mothers and babies

    Advocacy days at Capitol Hill targeted maternal mortality, especially among Black women, and the lack of childcare providers.

    By Noah McLane February 12, 2026

• May 2020

  • Local COVID-19 cases rise; YMCA expands free child care for essential workers

    Currently, the YMCA is operating 18 child care programs locally for 700 children, said Jerry Martin, YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South CEO. Once the program begins, that number increases to 41 and up to 3,000 children. 

    By Omer Yusuf May 28, 2020

  • Essential workers will have free child care at more community centers

    Starting next Monday free child care will be offered at more community centers for essential workers. 

    By Omer Yusuf May 28, 2020