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There are several resources and ways to FIND a provider, but have you
considered what to LOOK for after you have found one? Here is some information
on how to select a QUALITY child care provider. We encourage you to call
us at 1-800-371-2109, as we can provide you with a referral based on your specific needs, however, this page is a great place to start.
Click here to read the Department of Public Welfare's things to look for
in a child care facility. They include requirements, regulations and a
lot of helpful information.
Of particular
note is their How
to Choose a Child Care Provider section.
DPW provides a checklist
on things you should look for when selecting child care.
Some providers
may have a star designation next to their name. The star is an indication
of the quality they provide, as qualified by the Department of Public
Welfare. You
can read more about the Keystone Stars program here.
Our own publication,
A Guide to Selecting Child Care in Bucks County is a FREE publication
that can help you find child care that best meets your needs. It is available
for download (requires
Adobe Acrobat Reader) or you can contact
us at 1-800-371-2109 to receive a free printed copy in the mail.
If you still
cannot find child care that meets your needs, you can always place a FREE
child care ad on this site. Just click here.
For more information
about licensing or compliance, you can contact the Southeast Regional
Headquarters at 1-800-346-2929 or contact the CCIS
of Bucks County at 1-800-371-2109.
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