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EMPLOYER BENEFITS

Today in Maryland, 66% of women in the workforce have preschool-age children, and 89% have school-age children. In the United States, more than 65% of workers are either single or members of dual income families with young children. In order to attract the employees they need, many companies have initiated services, benefits, and policies that help working parents.

Research has shown that businesses that help their employees find affordable child care can realize many benefits: increased productivity, recruitment advantage, lower job turnover, fewer absences, improved employee/employer relations, and better community relations.

In addition, employers have discovered that costs related to assisting with employee child care can usually be deducted from taxable income.

Businesses interested in offering some type of child care assistance can choose from a range of options. In considering the alternatives, employers should consult their fiscal advisors. There is no best choice, only the best suited to the needs of each individual company and its employees.

For more information contact APPLES for Children at 301-733-0000 or 800-924-9188 x103.