Martha’s Village and Kitchen announces Child Development Center expansion
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Martha's Village and Kitchen is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for it's Child Development Center expansion on March 11.
The new addition to the center will provide additional space for Martha's Village and Kitchen to provide care and support for Coachella Valley families. CEO and President, Sam Hollenbeck, said the expansion will increase their childcare capacity from 55 to 102, which organizers say will offer more comprehensive early education programs and developmental support.
Martha's Village and Kitchen wants to end the cycle of homelessness. They see between 50 and 60 children staying at the shelter daily, and they want to make sure those numbers don't increase. To do this, childcare needs to be provided for families in need.
“By adding those extra 47 seats, those are more families that don’t have to make that choice and get to choose a quality daycare like we have here,"
Chief Operating Officer Rosa Verduzco said this expansion will give parents assurance in knowing their children will receive high-quality care in a safe and supportive environment.
“Whether they’re homeless or housed, child care is needed for children, and they need a safe place to fully develop and and be kids and not be worrying about the everyday life of adults,” Verduzco said.
For more information on the Child Development Center at Martha's Village and Kitchen go to marthasvillage.org.
Stay with News Channel 3 to hear from organizers at Martha's Village and Kitchen on their vision for the future and how this expansion will help the Coachella Valley community.
