A new program in Suffolk will offer parents more affordable child care options with the launch of several licensed family day care homes.
Five licensed family day care homes are opening in Hampton Roads — four in Suffolk and one near the Suffolk-Chesapeake line. The initiative, led by Minus 9-5, Ready Region Southeastern, aims to expand access to affordable child care.
The program, part of Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University, helps individuals start day care services by providing licensing support and equipment, including cribs…