Child Care

Deciding who will care for you child is an important decision.

Visit our Business Directory for a list of Child Care Providers.

Below are some questions to think about when considering out of home child care.

Call First and Ask

Is there an opening for my child?
What hours and days are you open and where are you located?
How much does care cost?
Is financial assistance available?
How many children are in your care?
What age groups do you serve?
Do you provide transportation?
Do you provide meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)?
Do you have a license, accreditation, or other certification?
When can I come to visit?

Visit
a. Look for....

Responsive, nurturing, warm interactions between caregiver and children.
Children who are happily involved in daily activities and comfortable with their caregiver.
A clean, safe, and healthy indoor and outdoor environment, especially napping, eating and toileting areas.
A variety of toys and learning materials, such as books, puzzles, blocks, and climbing equipment, that your child will find interesting and which will contribute to their growth and development.
Children getting individual attention.

b. Ask....

Can I visit at any time?
How do you handle discipline?
What do you do if a child is sick?
What would you do in case of an emergency?
What training have you (and other staff/substitutes) had?
Are all children and staff required to be immunized?
May I see a copy of your license or other certification?
Do you have a substitute or back-up caregiver?
May I have a list of parents (current and former) who have used your care?
Where do children nap? Do you know that babies should go to sleep on their backs?

Didn't find the service you were looking for? Check our Business Directory for a full list of businesses to fill your needs.