A ‘Crisis’ in the Child Care Sector is Creating a Vicious Cycle for Working Parents

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Ghealze Bernstein works with preschool students at Children's Playhouse Whitman in South Philadelphia.
Emma Lee

Many employers are still struggling to rehire workers. Underlying that is what some are calling a ‘crisis’ in the child care industry. A recent survey found more than 90% of Pennsylvania providers are short-staffed. WHYY Keystone Crossroads’ Laura Benshoff reports on the vicious cycle this creates for parents and the rest of the economy.

(Original air-date: 10/6/21)

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Laura Benshoff covered stories of statewide interest for Keystone Crossroads and WHYY, with a focus on immigration. She previously reported on the suburbs, public education, and mental health. Her work has aired nationally on NPR, Marketplace and Reveal/CIR. Prior to becoming a journalist, she worked for the City of Philadelphia’s Commerce Department. Laura attended McGill University in Montreal, Canada. She diligently works at speaking Spanish and knows a little French.