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day care

[dey kair] / ˈdeɪ ˌkɛər /


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The $35 average hourly rate for a home health aide was only up 3%, assisted living was up 5% and adult day care was actually down 5%.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

Williams said that the day care continues to follow required procedure and has turned the video footage over to the state.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

So far, several states including New York, Maryland, and Oregon have released statements that they’re rejecting the new CDC recommendations for school and day care entry requirements.

From Slate • Jan. 9, 2026

Prior to these most recent funding stops, $185 million in annual aid to Minnesota day care centers was frozen.

From Salon • Jan. 7, 2026

Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed one of our day care teachers opening the closet where our bright blue “Kids R Kids” T-shirts were neatly folded on a shelf.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles