Finding Community Through Childcare: One Family’s Story about Persimmon Early Learning

When the Tuninetti Doppelt family moved to Colorado from out of the country, they expected an adjustment. What they didn’t expect was just how difficult it would be to find childcare. 

Their son, Romi, was only three months old when they arrived. 

“We moved to Colorado when our son was 3 months old. We had been out of the country and had no idea how hard it was to find childcare,” Martin Doppelt recalls. “We were having a really rough time.” 

Like many families new to the area, they quickly learned that finding quality childcare to be overwhelming. They had also heard plenty of discouraging stories from other parents. 

“We had heard a lot of horror stories about childcare,” he says. “So, we were really trepidatious.” 

Finally, when an opening became available at Persimmon Early Learning, “It felt like generalized luck,” he says. “But I don’t think we realized then how well we would be treated.” 

Persimmon soon became something much more meaningful for the Tuninetti Doppelt family, who later enrolled their younger daughter, Esther, in the program as well. 

“Persimmon has helped enormously; I guess that would be the short answer,” he says. 

Martin said that over time, they saw both of their children grow and learn in Persimmon’s care. What stood out most to them wasn’t just the education, but the consistency and care from the Persimmon team. 

“In addition to being treated well, we have had good teachers for our son and daughter,” he explains.  

For parents, stability in childcare can make an enormous difference. Knowing that children are surrounded by familiar, caring adults creates a foundation of trust for the entire family. 

“Not only has it been incredibly stable, but everybody has been remarkably kind and supportive,” he says. 

The sense of care extends beyond the classroom. Programs and partnerships help ensure families feel supported and connected. 

“We love the food options,” he adds. “And we love that they work with Boulder Food Rescue to make sure there is always some food available for folks.” 

For this family, Persimmon has become more than a place for childcare. It has become part of their life in Colorado. 

“We genuinely feel like we are part of the community here,” he says. 

What started as a stressful search for childcare turned into something better- a place where their children could grow, and where a family could belong.