United Way Success By 6, Child Care Resource & Referral of Upstate SC (CCR&R) offers services to:

• help parents find child care.
  Choosing child care is one of the most important decisions families make.  CCR&R counselors help parents take the guesswork out of choosing care. They provide families with referrals to local child care providers and information on such topics as state licensing requirements and availability of child care subsidies.
• support families in their efforts to raise healthy children.
  By talking with parents one-on-one, counselors gain an understanding of the delicate balance of family life, particularly for low-income families. They reach out to parents with trusted, local information that enables them to make informed choices.
• build the supply of child care.
  CCR&R counselors support providers by coordinating low-cost or free training in diverse topics that include health & safety, child development, and good business practices. They work with local and state governments and the private sector to leverage resources for building and maintaining the supply of quality child care.
• improve the quality of child care.
  CCR&R supports accreditation programs, financial incentives for education, and advocates for better compensation for providers both locally and statewide.
• bridge child care and education.
  CCR&R informs communities about the important links between early learning and later success in school.  They educate parents about early learning and the components of quality care.
• document child care needs and trends.
  They are a major source of information about the local supply and cost of child care and track trends about the changing needs of families.
• engage new partners.
  By reaching out to business leaders, school teachers, and others, CCR&R counselors help make child care an issue that the entire community cares about. They collaborate with other family support services to promote a holistic vision of child care that includes health, literacy, and special needs.