The ability to follow COVID-19 guidelines can save lives! We adhere to CDC guidelines closely. 

Providing safe care for young ones during this pandemic is very important. We have adopted the following CDC guidelines:

A. Drop-off/Pick-up Stagger drop-off and pick-up times. We limit direct contact with parents, guardians or caregivers. We consider having children dropped off outside or at the door rather than having parents or guardians enter the home.

B. Screen Daily for Illness. We conduct daily health screenings or anyone entering the home. Examples of screenings could include self-checks for symptoms before arriving, health questions upon arrival, and daily temperature checks.

C. We practice Hand Hygiene. We wash hands using soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Thoroughly dry hands after washing. Use hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol (over age 2) if soap and water are not available.

D. Nap Time. At nap time, we ensure that mats or cribs are spaced out as much as possible.

E. Ventilation. We reduce concentration of virus particles indoors by increasing airflow. We consider maximizing the existing air circulation system, using child safe fans, opening doors or windows and adding HEPA air filters .

F. We Got Vaccination. Getting vaccinated as soon as the opportunity is available is an important way for child care providers to stay safe and reduce the risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19.

G. Masks Wear a mask. Everyone 2 and older should wear a well-fitting mask over their mouth and nose, except when eating or sleeping.

H. Cohorting. We identify small groups and keep them together. If possible, child care groups should include the same children and the same child care providers each day.

I. Outdoor Play Spaces. Being outdoors reduces the risk of spreading COVID-19, but preventive behaviors are still needed. We practice hand hygiene and keep cleaning supplies readily available.

J. Physical Distancing. We modified learning stations and in-home activities so there are fewer children in each area.

K. Shared Objects. We avoid shared objects. We keep each child’s belongings separated.

L. Meal Times. We eat meals outdoors or in well ventilated areas while keeping physically distanced much as feasible. With diapering young children, we use additional prevention (such as handwashing) between diapering and food preparation.

M. Isolate a Sick Child. We do not accept sick child into our facility. Yet, we have an isolation room or an area you can use to isolate a sick child for immediate pickup.

N. Cleaning and Disinfecting. We clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces such as toys, door handles, tables, and faucets.

O. Educate Families. We educate your families about keeping their child home when they are sick, had close contact to a person with COVID-19, awaiting results or tested positive for COVID-19.