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Clinical Reference Systems: Pediatric Advisor 10.0
In-Home Day Care
Characteristics:
 | Someone comes into, or lives in, your home.
| Caregiver may be a friend, neighbor, relative, or someone
unfamiliar.
| May be half-day, all-day, or before or after school.
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Advantages:
| Especially suitable for infants and toddlers who require
stable surroundings.
| Your child should receive ample, personal attention.
| Some light housekeeping may be included.
| May be the most economical option for three or more
children.
| Siblings can be cared for together.
| Close bond may develop between child and caregiver.
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Disadvantages:
| Relatively difficult to find.
| May be the most expensive option for one or two children.
| Benefits may be required.
| Caregiver will not always be available (illness,
vacation), and turnover may be high.
| Your child may not get the stimulation of other children.
| Child-rearing philosophies may clash.
| Caregiver may not have appropriate training or
experience.
| Caregiver is not supervised directly.
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Additional considerations for live-in arrangement:
| Family's need for privacy.
| Availability of extra room.
| Arrangements for meals and other household activities.
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Written by Donna Warner Manczak, Ph.D., M.P.H.
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Copyright 1999 Clinical Reference Systems
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