Sisters child care center Soul Blossom recognized as a success story that supports area families
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SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Recently, Soul Blossom, a child care center in Sisters, was highlighted by the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care as a success story on supporting Oregon families through collaboration between State and community partnerships.
Soul Blossom serves 12 families in Sisters in a location provided by Sisters School District, and was made possible through funding from the Baby Promise initiative and the Child Care Expansion Project, funded by the Legislature, providing over $8 million to Central Oregon to expand quality care for infants and toddlers.
“We could not have done this without the steadfast support of NeighborImpact, Citizens4Community, EDCO, and SPRD, whose community partnerships continue to help our vision flourish,” said April Farmer, director of Soul Blossom.
“We are deeply grateful to announce that Soul Blossom has now received additional support to welcome two more Baby Promise families into our program. This partnership allows us to continue providing accessible, nurturing care that helps families stay rooted and children thrive in the embrace of our shared community.”
State Rep. Emerson Levy, D-Bend, who represents the Sisters area, said, “It is incredible to see the work of so many come to fruition to support working families in rural areas, like in Sisters. Affordable child care can be the difference between a family being able to stay and work in their community or having to leave in search of more affordable living.”
“The success of Soul Blossom shows us what is possible when state investments and local collaboration come together,” Levy added. “It is wonderful to see that April is being recognized for her tireless efforts in supporting our local families.”