How to Select a Safe Child Care Provider

A great deal of emphasis is placed on finding affordable day care providers for children of all ages. The steps in this article will help you find the safest environment, and safest child care providers in any community.

1 Prior to signing your child up with any child care provider, licensed or not, drive to their business or home address. It is best to visit in the afternoon/evening/late evening hours. Examine the location with just as much care as you would if you were considering purchasing the property.

• Park your vehicle where it won't be easily seen by the provider or their staff, and walk around the neighborhood. As you walk, listen to the noise level and note the conditions of the establishment/home and neighboring properties.
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