Studies have indicated that far too much child care is below minimum quality levels. The training of child care providers remains one of the nation's most critical needs. The aging of our society characterizes Pennsylvania. Parents sometimes are not aware of the needs of children and youth, or are unaware of the effect their behavior has on children and youth. Due to a complicated set of circumstances many children and youth do not live in an environment that fosters the forces that enable children and youth to be motivated.
Aspirations are low and goals are almost non-existent.
Lethargic and aimless lives develop during the early years of existence leading to unproductive adults and a myriad of health and economic problems in adulthood. The complexities of today's society, with the forces that hinder maximizing the role of parents, also work against children and youth who are the most vulnerable members of society. Seldom do agencies and institutions advocate for the children and youth, unless they are in severe situations. Parents are in a position and have the responsibility to not only provide care and guidance within the home environment but also in relationship to the larger community. To increase the quality, affordability, accessibility, availability of child care programs.