Establish an in-home child care center
Unstable or inconsistent child care can be detrimental to children’s development and well-being. Adding to the issue is the shortage of high-quality, affordable child care options in communities across the country.
Establish an in-home center to provide quality and affordable child care. A side benefit to this is the potential to provide employment as you grow.
To get started:
Perform a needs assessment to ensure that there is an unmet need for child care in your area. Determine your target demographic and identify unique needs, such as special hours of operation.
Research your state and county's regulations for operating in-home child care.
Learn about issues, such as legal structure options, licensing, environmental safety, and staffing requirements.
Research federal, state, and local grants and loans.
Design an age-appropriate curriculum.
Best Practices / Innovative Programs
Child Care Aware of America has a robust resource booklet for individuals currently or planning to run an in-home child care program.
