Care Quote by Sandra Scarr
“Day care poses no risk for children, provided that it is high quality… Poor quality day care is risky for children everywhere… The cost of poor quality day care is measured in children's lives. High quality day care costs only money.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Health Forum, 1990s
High quality child care is safe; low quality care endangers children and can cost lives, while its expense is only financial.
In simple terms: Good care protects kids; bad care can kill.
Key Takeaway
Invest in quality child care.
Themes
child welfare
education
public health
policy
economics
Mood
concerned
urgent
hopeful
Type
policy
advocacy
informative
When to use this quote
- parental decision‑making
- government funding
- community advocacy
- early childhood programs
Key Concepts
risk assessment
quality standards
long‑term societal impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure quality across all providers?
- What policies best balance cost and safety?
A Different Perspective
Even high‑cost care may still have hidden risks if standards slip.
