If you are a provider or own a center, you know how difficult it can be to grow your business without having a good way to advertise. Our directory gives you the opportunity to advertise your business by adding your information that parents can access at anytime.

Moms and dads spend hours every day searching for the right child care environment and they just may be looking for you. Please take advantage of our business listing directory so that a family in need of child care can find you today.

Your listing will provide information such as location, hours, available openings, type of care that is given, and other significant information that describes you and your business. Please be sure to include information about any special services you provide such as overnight hours, sick care, or care for special needs children. You can access the provider login page here, then proceed to the business listing form.

In addition to advertising your business here, you will have access to many valuable resources that will help you operate your business more efficiently. You will find links to:

• Continuing Education courses in your state
• child care associations in your state
• Requirements by state
• Free printable worksheets and lesson plans
• Forms and contracts to use in your business
• Menus
• Sample themes with arts and crafts ideas
• Monthly arts and crafts ideas
• Articles discussing hot topics

If you said, "YES," then you can begin your search here. As a parent, it is very likely that you will be looking for some type of child care or daycare for your child during their infant, toddler, preschool, or school-age years. Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time care, the biggest decision will ultimately be deciding which type of environment is best for your child and meets your family's needs.

Are you looking for a nanny or au pair to stay with your child in the comforts of your own home? Or, are you wanting to find a reliable, trustworthy in-home provider that provides care services in their own home with other children present? Another choice could possibly be a center or facility that offers more extensive learning programs and longer hours. You may be in need of a mother's day out program that offers flexible hours through a local church. Does your school-age child need after school care for just a few hours each day of the school week?

Other types of care that many parents search for are sick care for children that are too sick to attend school, but are unable to have parents stay home to take care of them. Some parents have special needs children who are looking for child care providers that will be able to handle the needs of the child while the parents try to accomplish basic tasks such as running to the grocery store or doctor's appointments. Many parents travel for their jobs and will occasionally need overnight care for their children.

First, determine what type of child care you are looking for whether it is a nanny, in-home provider, or daycare facility. After determining what type of care you are looking for, the next step is to begin your search.

Our online directory of providers will help you minimize the amount of time you will spend searching. You can simply enter your zip code and find information about available providers in your area.

Decide which providers may be a good match for your child, then call the childcare provider or daycare facility to set-up an interview. Yes, you really do want to interview any potential caregivers. Be sure to have a list of questions prepared ahead of time so you don't forget anything and always ask for references. Once you have narrowed your selection to one or two caregivers, ask for a "trial" date to see if you really have found the best match for your child. If all goes well, GREAT! If it doesn't quite work out, that is ok too. Sometimes, looking for the best solution is not always the quickest solution. Be prepared to invest a little bit of time to find the right child care for your precious little one.

We have many useful resources that will provide you with valuable information such as how to interview a potential caregiver, how to access funds to help pay for child care, and general growth and development issues related to children. As children grow through so many milestones and stages, it is often helpful to read about hot topics to keep informed about health, safety, growth, learning, and development. Also, find out about the latest and greatest trends, gadgets, and goodies for children. There is always so much information to be shared and learned about when it comes to children.

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