For more than 25 years, Rose Padilla Johnson has worked for Davis Street Community Center in San Leandro, California, one of the largest comprehensive family resource centers in the state. In addition to offering medical and behavioral health services to nearly 20,000 San Leandro residents annually, Rose Padilla Johnson leads the center in offering affordable, safe child care that allows parents to enter the workforce.
Davis Street operates four child care centers, three of which are located on public elementary school grounds. Trained staff members implement developmentally appropriate curricula, helping children practice healthy habits in a safe, supportive environment and thereby preparing them for kindergarten. Eligible parents can take advantage of an alternative payment program based on income and need.
Collectively, the four centers care for more than 350 children daily. For more information about individual centers or to learn about the alternative payment program, visit www.davisstreet.org.
