RISE study: Demand for childcare will accelerate

RISE Study Reveals Increasing Demand for Childcare

The Regional Industry Support Enterprise (RISE) has released a comprehensive study on the demand for childcare services in the eight-county RISE region.

The study, prepared by Georgia Southern University's Center for Business Analytics and Economic Research, highlights the growing need for childcare services.

Quality childcare isn’t just a family issue; it’s an economic one. When parents have reliable, affordable childcare, our entire region benefits

According to RISE President and CEO Anna Chafin, understanding the challenges related to childcare is crucial to supporting families, providers, and employers.

The study was funded by Norfolk Southern's Thriving Communities grant program and covers the counties of Bryan, Bulloch, Candler, Chatham, Effingham, Evans, Liberty, and Screven.

Author's summary: RISE study shows childcare demand will rise.

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Coastal Courier Coastal Courier — 2025-10-16

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