This opinion article was published on May 30, 2025.
In this opinion article published in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Dr. Jessica Cannon, pediatrician and owner of Hot Springs Pediatric Clinic, shares how learning about Dependent Care Assistance Programs helped her support employees returning from maternity leave. She explains why helping employees afford child care is not only good for working families but also a practical retention strategy for small businesses.
“I hope our story encourages other small-business owners to explore DCAPs and similar benefits. Retention and recruitment are among the biggest challenges employers face today, but solutions like these exist and are easier to implement than many realize.”
Dr. Jessica Cannon
Pediatrician and Owner, Hot Springs Pediatric Clinic
