Thursday, December 30, 2021

Happy New Year From Solano Family & Children's Services

 


Thank you to all who made a difference in 2021
with perhaps even greater impact and benefit in 2022

Happy New Year!

Monday, December 27, 2021

SFCS Presentation: Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Jan 5th 2022


Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Informational Presentation

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Do you love working with children? Are you already caring for your own children, or a friend or relative’s children?

About this free event

Make a world of difference from your home

You can become a licensed family child care provider, and start your own business out of your home!


Who needs a license to care for children?

People who care for children from more than one family and who are not relatives of the child in care need to be licensed.


What does it mean to be a licensed family child care provider?

Join us during this informational meeting, where we will answer your questions.


Multiple Dates Available:

Next available date:

Jan 5, 2021

Register here.


Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Finding Quality Child Care - Solano Family & Children's Services


Solano Family & Children’s Services offers FREE child care referrals (not recommendations).  We maintain a database of licensed child care providers in Solano County and will personalize a search for you based on your needs and requirements by asking you some questions that will help narrow down your search.

Searching for a child care provider can be overwhelming.  Sometimes additional services and information is needed.  Our Resource and Referral Team can help by answering your questions.  We can also provide one-on-one support for families with high-priority needs, such as finding a program for a child with special needs, an infant or toddler, a child entering foster care, or for children of essential workers.

Find out more at https://solanofamily.org/find-child-care/

Saturday, December 18, 2021

SFCS Employment Opportunities



Solano Family & Children’s Services is a rewarding place to work with flexible, family-friendly policies and a diverse workforce. We offer benefit plans with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for dependent care and health expenses; and a 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan where contributions are tax-deferred. New, full-time employees accrue ten days of vacation leave, ten days sick leave, and are given ten paid holidays per year.

See more at https://solanofamily.org/employment-opportunities/

Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Holiday Delights: Homemade Gingerbread House

 


Building and creating traditions around the holidays are something children have to look forward to annually. Here's a healthy twist on a homemade holiday favorite, our version of a foodie's, Gingerbread House. Here are the ingredients that your recipe will need.

6 cups whole wheat flour

1 Tbsp. baking soda 

1 cup rye flour

1 Tbsp. sea salt

3 cups almond flour

2 ¼ cups fresh butter 

1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon

2 ¼ cups raw sugar 

1 tsp. allspice

6 fresh eggs

2 Tbsp. ground ginger

2 cups rich dark molasses 

1 Tbsp. nutmeg

Thick icing

1 tsp. mace

2 Candy for decorating


INSTRUCTIONS FOR GINGERBREAD DOUGH

Sift all the dry ingredients together in a large bowl (flours, spices, salt). Set aside. Cream butter and sugar together in a separate large bowl. Add eggs one at a time until fluffy and thoroughly mixed. Stir in molasses. Add dry ingredients to wet in two-cup increments. Mix thoroughly between additions. Wrap the dough securely in beeswax wrap, dehydrator liners, parchment paper, or plastic wrap. Chill for at least four hours, or overnight. I usually complete my gingerbread house-making over a whole week and just chill mine overnight to deal with the next day. When ready, remove chilled dough to the counter and let sit for around 30 minutes.


INSTRUCTIONS FOR GINGERBREAD HOUSE BAKING

Print out a gingerbread house template. Cut the dough into manageable chunks and check wetness. If it's too wet to roll out without sticking, work a little flour into the dough ball. Dust your rolling pin and rolling surface with flour. Roll each piece to a consistent width, 1/8 inch thick. The pieces will about double in thickness once baked. Place your template on top of the section of rolled dough and cut out each piece with your sharpest knife. Be sure to note which template pieces need to be doubled (like walls and roof pieces). Transfer each piece carefully to the baking sheet and bake at 350F/176C for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to brown and the middle is pretty firm when you gently press on it. Remove and let cool completely before moving the pieces to a cooling rack. Do NOT reuse a hot baking sheet. If you have to, you can cool your baking sheets under running water or in the snow. I have five baking sheets and I use them all for this process. The gingerbread house pieces MUST be completely cool before you can construct the house. Use the icing to stick the pieces together and decorate with candy of your choice. www.homesteadlady.com


SolanoFamily.org


Saturday, December 11, 2021

SFCS News: ARPA Survey For Child Care Providers


In California, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding was used for the $525 and $600 per-child stipends issued in 2020 and 2021, licensed child care provider stipends ($3500-$6500) issued in 2021, reimbursement for COVID-19-related closure days, and reimbursements based on maximum certified hours rather than attendance. ARPA funding will also be used to fund provider reimbursement increases effective January 2022.

The federal government requires all child care providers, regardless of license status, to complete a survey if they received and/or plan to receive any benefits funded by ARPA. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is asking all Child Care Providers to complete the ARPA survey by December 31, 2021.

To access the ARPA survey, Child Care Providers can visit the ARPA survey webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-and-development/american-rescue-plan-act-survey.

For questions or concerns about how to complete the survey, you can email  CCPB@dss.ca.gov.

To help with survey completion and to answer questions about the survey, CDSS will host two ARPA survey webinars for child care providers:

Please click here to register for the daytime webinar on Dec. 14th, from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Please click here to register for the evening webinar on Dec. 16th, from 6 pm to 7 pm

Live, simultaneous interpretation in Spanish, Cantonese, and American Sign Language will be provided, as well as closed captioning.

Sincerely,

Solano Family & Children's Services
www.solanofamily.org

Wednesday, December 8, 2021

SFCS Presentation: Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Dec 13th


Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Informational Presentation

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Do you love working with children? Are you already caring for your own children, or a friend or relative’s children?

About this free event

Make a world of difference from your home

You can become a licensed family child care provider, and start your own business out of your home!


Who needs a license to care for children?

People who care for children from more than one family and who are not relatives of the child in care need to be licensed.


What does it mean to be a licensed family child care provider?

Join us during this informational meeting, where we will answer your questions.


Multiple Dates Available:

Next available date:

Dec 13, 2021

Register here.


Sunday, December 5, 2021

Reminder: SFCS Workshop: EMSA Approved Preventive Health Practices for Child Care - Dec 6th



Health and Safety Training in the safety and comfort of your home!

About this event
This is the 8-hour course that is required by Community Care Licensing in order to become a licensed family child care provider. The course includes:

Lead Poisoning Prevention*
Recognition, management & prevention of infectious disease
Sanitary Food Handling
Child Nutrition
Identification and reporting of signs and symptoms of child abuse
Immunizations
Prevention of childhood injuries
Emergency preparedness & evacuation
Caring for children with special needs


This is a three-part training. You must attend all sessions to receive your certificate.

No make-ups for any portion of this class will be allowed.

~ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER HERE. (THIS WILL REGISTER YOU FOR ALL THREE EVENINGS.) PLEASE DO NOT SHARE THE ZOOM LINK. ~

Monday, December 6, 2021 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM


*If you have already taken Preventive Health Practices, but need the Lead Poisoning Prevention, check for a "Stand-alone Lead Poisoning Prevention " training on our website: www.solanofamily.org

Thursday, December 2, 2021

SFCS Workshops: Join Us For A Virtual Parent Café On Dec 9th

 


Join Us For A Virtual Parent Cafe

by Solano Family & Children's Services

Virtual Parent Cafe for Solano County

About this event

Join us for a virtual parent cafe! Different topics of discussion every month with chances to engage and communicate with other parents, guardians, grandparents, etc. Giveaways and so much more!

Next event: Thursday, December 9th 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Register here

Monday, November 29, 2021

SFCS Workshop: EMSA Approved Preventive Health Practices for Child Care



Health and Safety Training in the safety and comfort of your home!

About this event
This is the 8-hour course that is required by Community Care Licensing in order to become a licensed family child care provider. The course includes:

Lead Poisoning Prevention*
Recognition, management & prevention of infectious disease
Sanitary Food Handling
Child Nutrition
Identification and reporting of signs and symptoms of child abuse
Immunizations
Prevention of childhood injuries
Emergency preparedness & evacuation
Caring for children with special needs


This is a three-part training. You must attend all sessions to receive your certificate.

No make-ups for any portion of this class will be allowed.

~ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER HERE. (THIS WILL REGISTER YOU FOR ALL THREE EVENINGS.) PLEASE DO NOT SHARE THE ZOOM LINK. ~

Monday, December 6, 2021 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM


*If you have already taken Preventive Health Practices, but need the Lead Poisoning Prevention, check for a "Stand-alone Lead Poisoning Prevention " training on our website: www.solanofamily.org

Friday, November 26, 2021

SFCS Workshop: Becoming A Licensed Child Care Provider


Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Informational Presentation

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Do you love working with children? Are you already caring for your own children, or a friend or relative’s children?

About this free event

Make a world of difference from your home

You can become a licensed family child care provider, and start your own business out of your home!


Who needs a license to care for children?

People who care for children from more than one family and who are not relatives of the child in care need to be licensed.


What does it mean to be a licensed family child care provider?

Join us during this informational meeting, where we will answer your questions.


Multiple Dates Available:

Next available date:

Dec 1, 2021

Register here.


Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Saturday, November 20, 2021

SCFS Workshop: Snack & Chat with CCIP


Snack & Chat with CCIP

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Join Us for Our Monthly Networking Event

About this event

The Child Care Initiative Project (CCIP) is a statewide initiative to build the supply and improve the quality of licensed family child care homes in California. The CCIP works through local Child Care Resource and Referral agencies to recruit, train, and retain licensed family child care providers. Come “Snack & Chat” with fellow child care providers to exchange information and share common issues in this monthly Open Forum in an effort to give you all premium support as you strive to provide the highest quality of care in our county.

This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. Don't forget to sit down with your snacks! We look forward to seeing your lovely faces

Who should attend?

  • "Seasoned" Family Child Care Providers
  • Newly licensed Family Child Care Providers
  • Those who are in the process of becoming Family Child Care Providers


Date and time

Sat, November 27, 2021

9:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Register here.

Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Solano Family & Children's Services Lending Library


Our Lending Library is a FREE membership
 and available to all community members. The Lending Library is open during business hours.

We offer the following for loan:

  • Books and Videos including, but are not limited to, small business development, curriculum ideas, child development, health & safety, parenting, nutrition and working with children of all abilities. For a complete list of books that are available.
  • Curriculum Boxes built to suit the needs of both families and providers, covering topics such as math, science, language, health and safety, and other common themes appropriate for young children. Boxes contain a variety of children’s literature, curriculum ideas, puzzles, puppets, and other fun items.
  • Soft vinyl Climbing Structures meant for infants and toddlers provide safe play just right for little ones. When assembled in your environment, they will provide gross motor activities, a place to rest, explore and more. Climbers feature ramps, steps, tunnel, and other geometric shapes.

Other Lending Library items include:

  • Die Cutting
  • Button Making
  • Book Binding
  • Puppet Theater
  • ASQ Kits (for developmental screening)

It’s FREE to join. Appointments are encouraged to sign up and to check items out. To schedule an appointment call 707-863-3950 ext. 752.

Sunday, November 14, 2021

Health Care for Child Care Providers


The term self-care can be a little confusing because it has come to mean so many things, from spending time on your own to taking the lead on managing your diabetes. The main goal of all self-care, however, is to increase your health and happiness. We can’t care for others unless we care for ourselves first.


Some ways we can care for ourselves are:

  • Getting enough sleep
  • Going on long walks by yourself or with friends
  • Talking with your closest friends about how you are feeling
  • Eating a healthy diet
  • Taking a yoga class
  • Doing an activity you love
  • Enjoying a long bath
  • Visiting your doctor for health screenings like mammograms, colonoscopies or physical exams

Increased funding for health care has made plans much more affordable this year (plans are often less than $60 per month).


Open Enrollment has started on CoveredCA.com and runs November 1, 2021 – January 31, 2022

Child care providers and anyone else interested in affordable health coverage can sign-up now to begin coverage starting January 1, 2022.


To receive help with enrollment from a certified enroller/navigator in several languages follow this link:


https://www.coveredca.com/support/agent-finder/certified-enroller

The language on the CoveredCA.com website can be changed by scrolling all the way to the bottom of the home page.

Child care providers can also call to get help with enrollment Monday-Saturday 8-6pm (closed Sundays):

English: (800) 300-1506

Spanish: (800) 300-0213


SolanoFamily.org

Thursday, November 11, 2021

Happy Veterans Day From Solano Family & Children's Services


Happy Veterans Day

On November 11, 1919, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson issued a message to his countrymen on the first Armistice Day (changed to Veterans Day in 1954), in which he expressed what he felt the day meant to Americans:

ADDRESS TO FELLOW-COUNTRYMEN

The White House, November 11, 1919.

A year ago today our enemies laid down their arms in accordance with an armistice which rendered them impotent to renew hostilities, and gave to the world an assured opportunity to reconstruct its shattered order and to work out in peace a new and more just set of international relations. The soldiers and people of the European Allies had fought and endured for more than four years to uphold the barrier of civilization against the aggressions of armed force. We ourselves had been in the conflict for something more than a year and a half.

With splendid forgetfulness of mere personal concerns, we remodeled our industries, concentrated our financial resources, increased our agricultural output, and assembled a great army, so that at the last our power was a decisive factor in the victory. We were able to bring the vast resources, material and moral, of a great and free people to the assistance of our associates in Europe who had suffered and sacrificed without limit in the cause for which we fought.

Out of this victory there arose new possibilities of political freedom and economic concert. The war showed us the strength of great nations acting together for high purposes, and the victory of arms foretells the enduring conquests which can be made in peace when nations act justly and in furtherance of the common interests of men.

To us, in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service, and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of nations.

-- WOODROW WILSON


Monday, November 8, 2021

Holiday Breakfast Fare For Friends and Family: Apple Sausage Cheddar Breakfast Bake


2 packages breakfast sausage links
1 can apple pie filling
2 medium apples, peeled and chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick mix
1 1/2 cups of milk
1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper
6 eggs

Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. in a 12-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink; drain. Stir in pie filling and apples.

Spread mixture evenly in baking dish. Top with 1 cup of cheese in large bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk, salt, pepper, and eggs with wire whisk or fork until blended. Pour evenly over cheese.

Bake 30 to 37 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Top with the remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake 3 to 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Source: www.bettycrocker.com


Friday, November 5, 2021

Eating Healthier on Thanksgiving


In the US, November 25th is a day celebrated as Thanksgiving and a time for reuniting with family and loved ones. There is nothing more satisfying than being surrounded by those who love and care for you. When we come to this time of year, we are less worried about what we eat is on the healthy scale of things, but it is possible to be healthier or at least eat healthier even on Thanksgiving, and here is how.

  • First off, choose organic ingredients such as greens, meat, flour, etc. these are great ways to ensure the meals prepared are healthier
  • Second, prepare what you can in a pressure cooker or clay pot. These cooking vessels will help keep the nutrients in your food. So fewer nutrients are lost. With a pressure cooker, you get the nutrients locked in as you would in a clay pot but in a fraction of the time. This makes for a healthier mealtime all together.
  • ImageThird, make sure your plate is dominated by veggies and plant-based foods, with a quarter of your plate being meat. This will provide you with lots of healthy nutrients and less unhealthy portions that can contribute to weight gain and inflammatory responses in the body.

It is possible to eat healthier during the holidays and Thanksgiving is no different from other family gathering-oriented holidays. Enjoy your mealtimes and make sure your plate is healthy as possible. t is okay to indulge every now and again but try to make more health-conscious decisions in the portions you eat and ingredients used in food preparation this Thanksgiving.

Source: www.healthyeatingfromheadtote.com


Tuesday, November 2, 2021

SFCS Workshop: Trauma Informed Care: An Overview Part 1 & 2



Enhancing Caregiver Resiliency-For Solano County Providers


About this event

TIC: An overview of parts 1 &2 is an introduction to trauma-informed care. Targeted for Solano County childcare providers/professionals.

This training will provide a simple definition of Trauma as well as the different types. It will go over the different parts of the brain and how trauma can affect these parts.

Date and time

Tue, November 9, 2021, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

To register, please visit: Eventbrite

Saturday, October 30, 2021

SFCS Workshops: Join Us For A Virtual Parent Cafe On Nov 4th

 


Join Us For A Virtual Parent Cafe

by Solano Family & Children's Services

Virtual Parent Cafe for Solano County

About this event

Join us for a virtual parent cafe! Different topics of discussion every month with chances to engage and communicate with other parents, guardians, grandparents, etc. Giveaways and so much more!

Next event: Thursday, November 4th 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Register here

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

SFCS Workshop: Becoming A Licensed Child Care Provider


Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Informational Presentation

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Do you love working with children? Are you already caring for your own children, or a friend or relative’s children?

About this free event

Make a world of difference from your home

You can become a licensed family child care provider, and start your own business out of your home!


Who needs a license to care for children?

People who care for children from more than one family and who are not relatives of the child in care need to be licensed.


What does it mean to be a licensed family child care provider?

Join us during this informational meeting, where we will answer your questions.


Multiple Dates Available:

Next available date:

Nov 3, 2021

Register here.


Sunday, October 24, 2021

EMSA Approved Preventive Health Practices for Child Care



Health and Safety Training in the safety and comfort of your home!

About this event
This is the 8-hour course that is required by Community Care Licensing in order to become a licensed family child care provider. The course includes:

Lead Poisoning Prevention*
Recognition, management & prevention of infectious disease
Sanitary Food Handling
Child Nutrition
Identification and reporting of signs and symptoms of child abuse
Immunizations
Prevention of childhood injuries
Emergency preparedness & evacuation
Caring for children with special needs


This is a three-part training. You must attend all sessions to receive your certificate.

No make-ups for any portion of this class will be allowed.

~ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER HERE. (THIS WILL REGISTER YOU FOR ALL THREE EVENINGS.) PLEASE DO NOT SHARE THE ZOOM LINK. ~

Monday, October 25, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, October 27, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday, October 29, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

*If you have already taken Preventive Health Practices, but need the Lead Poisoning Prevention, check for a "Stand-alone Lead Poisoning Prevention " training on our website: www.solanofamily.org

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Reminder: SFCS: Solano Child Care Planning Council General Meeting Oct 28th

 


Solano Child Care Planning Council General Meeting
Thursday, October 28th, 2021
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Via Zoom

If you are a parent or caregiver, educator or child care provider, or interested community member, you are invited to join in the discussion about child care and early learning needs in Solano County and to provide input on identifying priorities and planning to address those needs.

Learn how you can make a difference in the lives of young children and their families in Solano County.

See more at SolanoFamily.org

Monday, October 18, 2021

Reminder: SFCS Monthly Networking Event: Snack & Chat with CCIP - Wed. Oct 20th


Snack & Chat with CCIP

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Join Us for Our Monthly Networking Event

About this event

The Child Care Initiative Project (CCIP) is a statewide initiative to build the supply and improve the quality of licensed family child care homes in California. The CCIP works through local Child Care Resource and Referral agencies to recruit, train, and retain licensed family child care providers. Come “Snack & Chat” with fellow child care providers to exchange information and share common issues in this monthly Open Forum in an effort to give you all premium support as you strive to provide the highest quality of care in our county.

This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. Don't forget to sit down with your snacks! We look forward to seeing your lovely faces

Who should attend?

  • "Seasoned" Family Child Care Providers
  • Newly licensed Family Child Care Providers
  • Those who are in the process of becoming Family Child Care Providers


Date and time

Wed, October 20, 2021

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Register here.

Friday, October 15, 2021

SFCS: Solano Child Care Planning Council General Meeting Oct 28th

 


Solano Child Care Planning Council General Meeting
Thursday, October 28th, 2021
6:00pm to 8:30pm
Via Zoom

If you are a parent or caregiver, educator or child care provider, or interested community member, you are invited to join in the discussion about child care and early learning needs in Solano County and to provide input on identifying priorities and planning to address those needs.

Learn how you can make a difference in the lives of young children and their families in Solano County.

See more at SolanoFamily.org

Tuesday, October 12, 2021

SFCS Event: Virtual Parent Cafe for Solano County, Oct 14th

 


Join Us For A Virtual Parent Cafe

by Solano Family & Children's Services

Virtual Parent Cafe for Solano County

About this event

Join us for a virtual parent cafe! Different topics of discussion every month with chances to engage and communicate with other parents, guardians, grandparents, etc. Giveaways and so much more!

Next event: Thursday, October 14th 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Register here

Saturday, October 9, 2021

SFCS Monthly Networking Event: Snack & Chat with CCIP - Wed. Oct 20th


Snack & Chat with CCIP

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Join Us for Our Monthly Networking Event

About this event

The Child Care Initiative Project (CCIP) is a statewide initiative to build the supply and improve the quality of licensed family child care homes in California. The CCIP works through local Child Care Resource and Referral agencies to recruit, train, and retain licensed family child care providers. Come “Snack & Chat” with fellow child care providers to exchange information and share common issues in this monthly Open Forum in an effort to give you all premium support as you strive to provide the highest quality of care in our county.

This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. Don't forget to sit down with your snacks! We look forward to seeing your lovely faces

Who should attend?

  • "Seasoned" Family Child Care Providers
  • Newly licensed Family Child Care Providers
  • Those who are in the process of becoming Family Child Care Providers


Date and time

Wed, October 20, 2021

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Register here.

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Reminder: SFCS Workshop: Trauma Informed Care -- Enhancing Caregiver Resiliency Oct 12th



Enhancing Caregiver Resiliency-For Solano County Providers


About this event

This training goes over the different types of stress one can experience in day-to-day work and strategies on how to do self-care to combat those stressors.

Date and time

Tue, October 12, 2021  6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

To register, please visit: Eventbrite

Sunday, October 3, 2021

Reminder: SFCS Workshop: Becoming A Licensed Child Care Provider Oct 6th


Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Informational Presentation

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Do you love working with children? Are you already caring for your own children, or a friend or relative’s children?

About this free event

Make a world of difference from your home

You can become a licensed family child care provider, and start your own business out of your home!


Who needs a license to care for children?

People who care for children from more than one family and who are not relatives of the child in care need to be licensed.


What does it mean to be a licensed family child care provider?

Join us during this informational meeting, where we will answer your questions.


Multiple Dates Available:

Next available date:

Oct 6, 2021

Register here.


Thursday, September 30, 2021

SFCS Workshop: Trauma Informed Care -- Enhancing Caregiver Resiliency Oct 12th



Enhancing Caregiver Resiliency-For Solano County Providers


About this event

This training goes over the different types of stress one can experience in day-to-day work and strategies on how to do self-care to combat those stressors.

Date and time

Tue, October 12, 2021  6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

To register, please visit: Eventbrite

Monday, September 27, 2021

SFCS Workshop: Becoming A Licensed Child Care Provider


Becoming a Licensed Child Care Provider - Informational Presentation

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Do you love working with children? Are you already caring for your own children, or a friend or relative’s children?

About this free event

Make a world of difference from your home

You can become a licensed family child care provider, and start your own business out of your home!


Who needs a license to care for children?

People who care for children from more than one family and who are not relatives of the child in care need to be licensed.


What does it mean to be a licensed family child care provider?

Join us during this informational meeting, where we will answer your questions.


Multiple Dates Available:

Next available date:

Oct 6, 2021

Register here.


Friday, September 24, 2021

SFCS Provides Child Care Providers With Training and Resources


Child care providers have one of the most important jobs - the care and education of children during the most crucial early learning years. Solano Family and Children’s Services offers training and workshops which cover critical early childhood issues and contain relevant information. Through various activities, providers gain practical knowledge, which we hope will inspire improvement in the quality of care they offer to the families they serve.

Parents will also benefit greatly from any of our provider training they wish to attend or the parenting events we hold. In addition, we offer a monthly “Parent Café.” SFCS Parent Cafés are a FREE parent night with meaningful and guided conversations, where we share stories, get information on how to take care of ourselves and our families, and raise strong, happy children.

SolanoFamily.org

Tuesday, September 21, 2021

"Snack & Chat" con CCIP by Solano Family & Children's Services - Spanish Sep 25th

 


"Snack & Chat" con CCIP

by Solano Family & Children's Services


La creación de una red de contactos, intercambio de ideas, y haciendo nuevos amigos

About this event

Ven a nuestro "Snack & Chat" con otros proveedores de cuidado infantil para intercambiar información, recibir consejos, y compartir problemas comunes en este foro abierto. Actualmente, estamos colaborando con el Solano County Licensed Family Child Care Association para brindarle todo el apoyo de primera calidad en sus esfuerzos para proporcionar la más alta calidad de cuidado de niños en nuestro condado. Traiga un aperitivo que usted guste para compartir con todos.


Date and time

Sat, Sept 25, 2021

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM


Register here

Saturday, September 18, 2021

The Business of Family Child Care Workshop - Sep 25 2021

 


The Business of Family Child Care

by Solano Family & Children's Services


Sound business practices are key to successful child care programs.

About this event

This workshop will help you whether you are a new or a seasoned child care provider. We will discuss the feasibility of operating a family child care business, creating a business plan, marketing in this fast-paced - internet world, creating a contract, interviewing families, communicating with families, setting policies and procedures, rates, and much more. This is a 2-part series, June 5th, and 19th.

Presented by Joy Gamble, CCIP coordinator, (Child Care Initiative Project), Resource & Referral Specialist.

Date and time

Sat, September 25, 2021

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Register here.

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

SFC Workshop: EMSA Approved Preventive Health Practices for Child Care - Begins Sept 20, 2021


Health and Safety training in the safety and comfort of your home!

About this event
This is the 8-hour course that is required by Community Care Licensing in order to become a licensed family child care provider. The course includes:

Lead Poisoning Prevention*
Recognition, management & prevention of infectious disease
Sanitary Food Handling
Child Nutrition
Identification and reporting of signs and symptoms of child abuse
Immunizations
Prevention of childhood injuries
Emergency preparedness & evacuation
Caring for children with special needs


This is a three-part training. You must attend all sessions to receive your certificate.

No make-ups for any portion of this class will be allowed.

~ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER HERE. (THIS WILL REGISTER YOU FOR ALL THREE EVENINGS.) PLEASE DO NOT SHARE THE ZOOM LINK. ~

Monday, September 20, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday, September 22, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday, September 24, 2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

*If you have already taken Preventive Health Practices, but need the Lead Poisoning Prevention, check for a "Stand-alone Lead Poisoning Prevention " training on our website: www.solanofamily.org