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day care

[dey kair] / ˈdeɪ ˌkɛər /


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In many states, centers don’t need licenses, making it easier to open one than a day care.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Under the planned tax credit in Connecticut, caregivers can receive up to $2,000 a year for expenditures for home modifications, necessary medical equipment and services like home health aides, adult day care and respite care.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Placing an infant in an early childhood or day care center can cost parents annually an average of $15,000.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

Many provided little more than glorified day care.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

“The kids are all either at day care or after-school programs for another forty-five minutes.”

From "City Spies" by James Ponti




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