Many parents have expressed their feelings of distress after learning about the cuts to the Early Reach program. Some, like Ashlin Mlan, have found it emotionally challenging as they don’t know where to turn next for child care. With just 30 days to find new arrangements, this sudden funding loss has caused significant anxiety among working families who depend on these services.
The Little Explorers facility, among others, was relying on the Early Reach program for financial assistance to operate. With the withdrawal of funding, these facilities face a bleak future. Commissioner’s Court meetings have attracted concerned parents, highlighting the pressing need for transparency and dialogue regarding child care support in the community.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo acknowledged the issue at Commissioner’s Court, admitting it was brought to her attention only recently. Officials have not provided clear reasons for the funding cuts to the Little Explorers facility. However, families remain hopeful that their voices will be heard and that solutions will emerge to avoid further disruptions.
In a shocking development, Harris County has informed parents relying on the Early Reach program that funding will be cut for certain child care providers, including the Little Explorers facility in Cin. This program, originally designed to support families post-COVID, has now left parents feeling betrayed and insecure about their children's future care. Many working parents have just 30 days to secure new arrangements for their children, causing immense stress and worry. The Early Reach program, which is funded by federal recovery dollars, aimed to alleviate child care woes while injecting funds into the community. Parents feel blindsided by the sudden discontinuation of support for the Little Explorers facility, with no explanation provided for why it was not selected for continued funding. The decision seems to be particularly harsh, as the program had become more than just child care; it was a critical community resource.It was short term, just relief after c-19. The government is not responsible for taking care of your kids.
In Klein area they work really hard at self sufficient and keep a standard of life. Everyone knows to have money and Wisdom before You move to that area. They are a committed example of being responsible and Wise. Im actually shocked they have a program out there... Married Couples starting Families and Community Elders type Community. Thank God Houston has the Klein area. Great getaway spot. Hugs and Kisses Klein Boo
And example of our country judge not knowing what you going on with country programs and spending county money.
In the future parents will have to pay for their child education. 😅 let’s be honest most of the states no longer have the money to fund extra education programs in their states.,
