When moving to a new country, adjusting to new customs, laws and ways of life can be overwhelming.

Seemingly routine parts of life are completely new to immigrants moving to the United States.

Childcare is one of these practices. In some countries children are not looked after while their parents are at work or running errands. Other times, women usually remain at home to take care of their families.

But in the United States, most parents need to work to support their home and children. Childcare suddenly becomes a necessity that's foreign to these new residents.

That's where immigrant licensed childcare workers come in. The Catherwood Home, a 24-hour childcare center, has helped immigrants interested in the work earn their licenses.

By having immigrants in childcare, those new to this country become more comfortable leaving their children there. And the children in the center are exposed to a culturally-rich experience.

We applaud those involved in helping and encouraging these immigrants to get their license.

It helps build a stronger, more culturally aware community.