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86 Children's Home

May be part of Children in the City (57), Connected Play (68), Network of Learning (18).

Conflict

The task of looking after little children is a much deeper and more fundamental social issue than the phrases "baby-sitting" and "child care" suggest.

Resolution

In every neighbourhood, build a children's home- a second home for children- a large rambling house or workplace- a place where children can stay for an hour or two, or for a week. At least one of the people who run it must live on the premises; it must be clear, from the way that it is run, that it is a second family for the children- not just a place where baby-sitting is available.

May contain Building Complex (95), Adventure Playground (73), The Family (75), Common Areas at the Heart (129).