Choosing a Quality Childcare can be  emotionally draining on your family Here are some helpful things to consider when choosing a facility.

*Always check a facilities references.

*Call your local licensing agency and make sure the facility does not have any violations on their record.

*TRUST YOUR GUT, if you are the least bit hesitant about a facility than keep looking.

*Is the setting bright and cheerful, do the children seem happy?

* Is the facility clean, orderly and safe?

*Is there a good variety of materials and activities

*Do they have a education program that is age appropriate for your child.

*Do the children get comfort or one-on-one time when needed?

*Is the staff open to parents asking them questions no matter how trivial they seem to be?

*Can parents be involved in the decision making and other activities?

*Can the parents visit unannounced at anytime their children are in the facilities care?