Community Call to Action: Daycare Task Force 

Access to childcare should never be a hardship. Yet, in our recent Barron County Critical Health Needs Survey, 60 out of 184 Cumberland residents shared that finding reliable, affordable daycare is a serious challenge.

That’s nearly 1 in 3 families struggling with a basic need.

Why This Matters:

Childcare isn’t just a personal issue — it affects local workforce participation, early childhood development, and the overall well-being of our community. When families can’t find care, it impacts everyone.

What the Task Force is Doing:

We are forming a Daycare Task Force with the larger businesses in the city of Cumberland as well as key stakeholders to explore sustainable solutions and lead a community-wide improvement initiative. This group will:

• Gather and assess local needs and resources

• Explore partnerships and funding opportunities

• Recommend actionable steps to expand daycare access

• Ask for voices to be heard — parents, providers, employers, and more

We Need Your Voice.

Whether you’re a parent, a caregiver, a business leader, or someone who simply believes in strong communities — your input matters.

👉 Interested in learning more about the task force or sharing your experience?

Contact us at info@cumberlandhealthfair.com 

As a community we can work together and make childcare access a priority.

Our families deserve it and our future depends on it.