Partnerships with families
Information for Parents
Established relationships with parents means we can share information positively and effectively to support children as much as possible.
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Hours of Operation
We are proud to offer our services 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday, ensuring that our clients have access to the care they need around the clock.
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Communication
Open communication with parents is a priority to us because it helps to maximize the child's learning outcomes.
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Medical Information
We are required under state licensing to have a copy of each child's immunization record and have children up to date with their shots.
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Injuries
If your child is injured while at the my home, we will administer basic first aid. If medical attention is required, attempts will be made to reach the parents immediately. Staff will call Emergency Services if required.
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Clothing
Exploration often requires getting messy. All of the materials that we use are washable however, we are aware that some paint colors and other materials are difficult to fully remove. Please dress your child appropriately and comfortable.
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Nutrition
Children are encouraged to taste a variety of foods. All parts of the meal make up a child's nutritional requirement.
Children need healthy, nutritious foods
Healthy Meal for Growing Children
We offer a carefully crafted four-week rotating menu that adheres to the strict dietary guidelines set forth by the USDA for children. Our menu features nutritious and well-balanced meals that are rich in iron, vitamins A and C, and other essential nutrients, and are designed to instill healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime. From breakfast and snacks to lunch and dinner, our meals meet the highest nutritional standards, ensuring that your child receives the very best in nourishment and care.
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Understanding children’s behavior
Behavior Guidance
Positive and consistent techniques are used to encourage children whose play actions are both appropriate and inappropriate.
Preferred Practices
Positive verbal reinforcement for appropriate behavior, redirection of inappropriate and dangerous behavior
One verbal request followed by physical assistance
Teaching and practicing of preferred behaviors in order to help children habituate skills and learn self discipline
Offering children age appropriate choices and assisting them to follow through
Prohibited Practices
- Corporal punishments of any child (spanking, hitting, shaking, etc.)
- Deliberate harsh or degrading measures that would humiliate a child or undermine a child's self respect (threatening, verbal abuse, yelling, etc.)
- Deprivation of basic needs (food, clothing, shelter, bedding etc)
- Confining in a locked room
- Locking the exits of the home for the purpose of confining