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FAMILY DAY CARE HOMES PROGRAM |
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Contact: (228) 769-3292 Ext. 137 fdhc@jccivicaction.org What are Day Care Homes? Private homes where children under age 13 are cared for. Homes that provide a safe environment where children can learn, grow,
and receive nutritious meals and snacks. Two Types
of Homes Licensed Homes Homes that care for 6 - 15 children. Alternate Approved Homes Homes that care for 5 children or less. Why should you be a Provider? To have a positive impact in education of young children. To receive supplemental income for meals and snacks served to
children. To interact with other care providers. To expand your career as a child care provider. To receive materials that increase the reading skills of children. What are the Requirements? Must be 18 years old. Must be under a sponsoring organization. Must have a Safety Sanitation Inspection or License (if you’re
keeping more than 5 children). Must be monitored by sponsor. Attend training required by sponsoring organization and State Agency. Children must be enrolled in program. Must have an operable telephone. Must have a fire extinguisher and smoke detector. Operate program according to Child Nutrition Program regulations,
policies and guidance. How do you earn Day Care Homes Program are reimbursed monthly for serving meals that
meet the minimum requirements set forth by the USDA Program. DCH providers are reimbursed based on the type
of home it operates: Tier I The home is located in a low income area or
the provider has a low income. Tier II The home is located in an area not considered
low income and the provider is not considered low income. Mixed Tier The home serves some low income children, is located in an
area not considered low income, and the provider is not low
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