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Child Care Resources
(Posted on 10/18/2007)
Child Care Resource & Referral of Southwest Iowa (CCR&R) is a non-profit organization that helps people who care for and about children. CCR&R provides referrals, resources, education and advocacy to help meet your community’s need for affordable and accessible child care. We charge a small registration fee for some classes. All other services are free.
Because your needs are unique, we tailor our services to your specific needs rather than a one-size-fits-all solution. We provide guidance by phone, in person, on the internet and in other ways. We offer the following services:

New Online Homebuyer Education Course Launched
(Posted on 7/5/2007)
As of May 2007, USDA Rural Development requires first-time homebuyers to complete education from a certified provider to qualify for the agency’s rural housing loans. Often rural residents have to drive many miles to attend homebuyer classes. The online course will be a convenient option for many Iowa residents.
Staff
Patricia Anderson-Nutrition and Health Field Specialist
Phone: (712) 366-7070
Fax: (712) 366-7024
Email:
pander@iastate.edu Mary Beth Kaufman-Family Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: (712) 755-3104
Fax: (712) 755-7112
Email:
mbkaufman@iastate.edu Mary Hughes-Family Life Field Specialist
Phone: (712) 366-7070
Fax: (712) 366-7024
Email:
mhughes@iastate.edu
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