The YMCA of Northern Colorado is serving dozens of families with emergency childcare. These parents have no other choice: They are hourly workers, staff who are essential during this time of crisis, medical personnel and first responders. If they do not have care for their children, they do not work. If they do not work, our communities suffer and their families struggle. Through this program, we are providing kids with much needed consistency and support during a confusing and confining time. And we are giving parents the ability to work, to support their families and to help our communities endure, overcome and heal.