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Massachusetts Families Drowning in Childcare Costs
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In Massachusetts, families grapple with exorbitant childcare costs, leaving many mothers unable to work and provide for their children. With the highest cost of living in the country, childcare expenses are particularly burdensome, forcing some to cut back work hours or rely on charity. State officials have invested in grant programs, but costs continue to rise, leaving families struggling to afford care. One mother lost her job due to childcare issues, while another single mother with special needs children has been out of work for a year, unable to afford care or transportation. The high cost of childcare in Massachusetts is a pressing issue that affects many families, leaving them in dire straits during the holiday season.
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