Dossier
Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) caregivers
Coverage of Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) caregivers in the Nexus archive.
- Family, friend, and neighbor childcare providers are essential for families and the economy. State policy should treat them that way.
Family, friend, and neighbor (FFN) caregivers in Massachusetts provide essential childcare for working families but are underpaid and underfunded. A recent policy change aims to increase FFN caregiver reimbursement rates by up to 60%, addressing their role in supporting workforce stability and economic growth.