Lack of job opportunity and pay equity for all women in the formal economy is compounded by class and race barriers. For single parent mothers attempting to raise children the situation is even worse: 81% of young mothers in the 16-24 age group; 69% of those age 25-34 and 57% overall ages do not have enough money to maintain a decent standard of living.

Intergenerational preschool-daycare has been done before and with much success. They are often instrumental in revitalizing the elderly. They give each other complete acceptance and often form wonderful relationships. It also gives the elderly an extra reason to get up in the morning and is considered by many to be therapeutic.

Our CNA program was specifically designed to provide a variety of work related training assignments complementing each of the multi- faceted senior programs. CNA graduates will be placed as certified nursing assistants and/or personal care aids by way of Term Life Programs and/or Seniors Home Retirement and Catered Living Program.

Without adequate, subsidized child care facilities some women cannot look for or accept employment. Because of the limitations of childcare women must often seek jobs that allow them to be home when their children are home. The majority of employed women who are poor are part time workers.

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