An articulation of child care needs from Head Start parents in Kansas.

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to collect information about the concerns of parents living in single and dual parent households in the Kansas Head Start program. The study focused on the quality, availability, and affordability of child care for children living in these homes. Single and dual parent families were surveyed about issues pertaining to employment, job training, and education acquisition, child care services, fees, concerns, and attitudes about community support, including attitudes towards the Head Start program.