Connecting Childcare Capacity Across South Carolina

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Our Mission

Reduce childcare waitlists in South Carolina and Surrounding areas by connecting daycare centers with licensed in-home childcare providers through trusted, community based referrals.

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SharedCare Network-SC

A Cooperative Childcare Capacity & Referral Network

  • Connecting Childcare Capacity Across South Carolina

    • Childcare centers have long waitlisting lists

    • Parents are stressed and may drop off lists entirely

    • Licensed in-home providers often have open spots

    • No trusted system exists to connect them

  • SharedCare Network-SC connects childcare centers and DSS licensed in-home daycares to share capacity through trusted referrals, ensuring children receive care sooner while maintaining long-term relationships.

    • Centers refer waitlisted families to vetted DSS Licensed In-Home providers.

    • DSS Licensed In-home providers fill openings with qualified, warm leads

    • Families receive immediate care while maintaining their place in line

    • Everyone benefits no lost trust, no wasted capacity

  • For Centers

    • Reduced parent frustration

    • Retain waitlisted families

    • Strengthen reputation as family-first providers

    For In-Home Providers

    • Increased enrollment

    • Predictable referrals

    • Professional network support

    For Parents

    • Faster access to care

    • Quality, Licensed alternatives

    • Clear transition options

  • Partner with us to pilot SharedCare Network-SC in your community.

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