More than care: How early education providers are stepping up to supply the community

By: Maya Mitchell

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: February 2, 2026

Words: 1,604

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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A child care provider is a jack of all trades. It is their job to fill the various roles a child needs to succeed.

As director of the Early Learning Center in Portsmouth, Tammy Roberge is a businesswoman, an educator, and a shoulder for families to lean on.

“You’re the teacher, the caregiver, the hug buddy, or when [children] are not feeling well or emotionally have any issues, you’re the nurse. You’re the …

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