Operates an on-line day care referral network, publishes guides and brochures, and provides technical assistance to employers and day care professionals and parents. Parents must qualify according to grant guidelines. Child care services are also available to children at risk of abuse or neglect. Child care is provided in licensed family day care homes throughout Monroe County. Parents must qualify according to grant guidelines.
Parents select the appropriate child care setting.
Commission on the Status of Women Composed of seven members, chosen to represent the diversity of women's interests in the community. The Commission's primary responsibility is to explore issues relevant to women and to inform the community of these issues through the news media, forums, workshops, and educational materials. In addition, the Commission cooperates with individuals and organizations through joint programming and networking. Council for Community Accessibility Educates the public about issues affecting persons with disabilities and helps remove the barriers disabled persons face in the Bloomington community. Through promotion of community education and public awareness, the Council advocates for concerns related to people with disabilities.