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Careless: Colorado's childcare struggle

RMPBS Original Documentaries take an in-depth look at the issues impacting communities across Colorado. Grounded in real people and places, each film explores how current events, legislation, and social shifts shape our lives. With each story, we aim to provide context, deepen understanding, and connect statewide issues to the personal stories that reveal their true impact.

Careless: Colorado's childcare struggle

RMPBS Original Documentaries Episode 5 | 26m 40s | CC

Public funding has long overlooked child care for children under six. What does that mean for the future of families here? Statewide, families at all income levels report struggling to find affordable care. We examine the biggest challenges facing early childhood today, and what lawmakers and communities are doing to close the gaps.

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