Children's EduCare Center was one of seven northeast Indiana business childcares to be recognized by the State of Indiana. Children's EduCare Center received the first Business-Childcare Award which was established by the Indiana Department of Commerce's Community Development Division. Hoosiers are working in record numbers, which means childcare becomes an even more important service to families, said Lt. These companies have demonstrated a progressive spirit in providing quality care that keeps children safe, and creates a better working environment for parents. Children's EduCare Center is a childcare service for the families of Parkview Hospital and Ivy Tech State College.
Care is provided for children from six weeks through kindergarten.
The focus of the program is to provide enriching experiences for all children within a nurturing and supportive environment. Children's Educare Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The center is located on the Parkview Hospital campus and is just minutes from Ivy Tech. Approximately 175 children are enrolled. Liz McFall, director of Children's EduCare, explained that having the child care center close-by the work place helps parents feel at ease.