ON THE ORGANIZATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF EFFECTIVE SOCIAL SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES IN CARING FOR AND SUPERVISING YOUNG AND PRESCHOOL CHILDREN DURING PARENTS’ EMPLOYMENT

Abstract

The article examines a problem of social support for families caring for early and preschool age children. The work analyzes some organization and implementation of state programs for such families, social protection in the parental employment context. Special attention is paid to the feasibility of integrating the “Social Nanny” service into the family and child care centers system. At the same time, this service is interpreted by the authors as an innovative approach to solving the problem of parental employment and providing quality child care. In the course of the research, it is proved that it has significant potential to improve the life quality of families and provide favorable conditions for the youngest members at an early stage of development. It is concluded that the state-run free nanny performs an important social function, contributing to the comprehensive development and well-being of children from low-income families. The activities of employees in this industry are characterized by a gratuitous nature, a limited hours number and a targeted focus, which makes them in demand within the state family support program framework.