Family Child Care Legislative Visit in Lynn
We thank Senator Brendan Crighton and Representative Sean Reid for stopping by Family Child Care member leader Nirma’s daycare program in Lynn to learn about the challenges family care educators […]
Honoring the life and legacy of Maritza Manrique, Family Child Care Leader
Today, with deep respect, we remember and celebrate our dear Maritza Manrique, who passed on March 24, 2025. As the anniversary of her passing approaches, her presence feels more alive […]
2025 State Budget Priorities: Send an Email to Your State Legislators
Across Massachusetts, members like you provide high-quality care and support to young children, people with mental health needs, older adults, and other vulnerable populations. This year, the vital work you […]
Another Victory for Family Child Care Providers!
Last week, the Massachusetts House and Senate passed a budget for the 2025 fiscal year that includes three important wins for family child care providers: Removing Caps: The FY25 budget changes […]
FCC: We have a new union contract!
FCC Members: We have successfully ratified our contract! Family child care providers from across the state voted overwhelmingly to ratify their union contract with the Department of Early Education and […]
Family child care educators reach a tentative agreement! // Los educadores de cuidado infantil familiar llegan a un acuerdo tentativo
{español sigue} After a year-long negotiation with hundreds of educators engaged and attending bargaining, SEIU Local 509 family child care providers reached a strong tentative agreement with EEC management on […]
SEIU 509 Statement on Child Care Investments
“SEIU 509 applauds the House’s move today to extend sustainability grants for family child care providers, and we are excited to see the Healey administration’s proposal in her budget which […]
SEIU 509 Family Child Care Providers Win Historic 10% Rate Increase
Rate increase will benefit thousands of in-home family childcare providers across the Commonwealth. BOSTON – SEIU Local 509 and the Baker-Polito Administration have agreed to a historic 10% rate increase […]