Local government provides and maintains center sites. Pay caregivers' honorariums. Contributes about 10 percent of tripartite fund budget. State and local governments do not contribute significantly. Wilson 1995 Parents generally pay for caregivers' salaries.
Colombian parents pay half of the caregivers' honorariums and social security contributions.
Until recently, parent associations were held responsible for defaults on these loans, but in the face of high default rates, the government has introduced a policy that makes the community mothers who run preschool programs liable for repayment if they leave the program. Measures children's weight, height, and nutrition status monthly. Provides medical referrals, immunization diarrhea treatment, and deworming. Offers 2 - 3 hours of preschool education. Produces and distributes nutritional supplement Bienestarina Support purchase of local fresh food Preschool education sessions during full day care.