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New WV Resource Guide for Caregivers: Caring for Your Family During the COVID-19 Crisis
During this difficult time, we know we are all facing challenges that seem daunting and for which we may feel unprepared. But there are people that rely on us - in some cases, both our children and our parents are looking to us for assurance, support, and guidance during these uncertain times. In addition, we need to take care of ourselves, so that we can be there for them.
COVID-19 Testing & CDC Guidelines for All Family Child Care Programs
Family Child Care Facilities Currently Operating as Critical Care Sites:
Testing: As of April 24,2020, the Governor required all family child care facility staff to obtain COVID-19 testing. Please find attached a memorandum requiring testing for family child care facilities who are currently operating as Critical Care sites and those family child care facility providers who intend to reopen. The attached memorandum includes directions, testing site information and contact information for providers who have questions or need clarification.
CDC Guidelines: The Bureau for Public Health requires all currently operating family child care facilities operating as critical care sites and those family child care facilities intending to reopen to adhere to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines. There is both a signature form, checklist and contact information for providers who have questions or need clarification.
Family Child Care Homes Currently Operating as Critical Care Sites:
Testing: At this time, family child care homes are not participating in the COVID-19 testing for child care providers.
CDC Guidelines: The Bureau for Public Health requires all currently operating family child care homes operating as critical care sites and those family child care homes intending to reopen to adhere to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines. There is both a signature form, checklist and contact information for providers who have questions or need clarification.
Family Child Care Facilities and Homes Planning to Re-Open as Critical Care Sites:
Testing for FCC Facilities Only: As of April 24,2020, the Governor required all family child care facility staff to obtain COVID-19 testing. Please find attached a memorandum requiring testing for family child care facilities who are currently operating as Critical Care sites and those family child care facility providers who intend to reopen. The attached memorandum includes directions, testing site information and contact information for providers who have questions or need clarification.
CDC Guidelines: For family child care homes and facilities that are currently closed, the attached Guidance form, Checklist, and Memorandum will need to be completed (along with the Critical Care Site Registration Form) and submitted to your local health department for facilities and to the Regulatory Specialist for homes prior to re-opening.
Thank You,
Melanie Clark Michelle Platt
Program Manager I Interim Program Manager II
Family Child Care Regulatory Child Care Regulation
Attachments
Memo Childcare Provider Testing -- FINAL 04.29.2020
COVID-19 Testing for All Child Care Staff
Dear Child Care Provider,
On April 24, 2020 Governor Jim Justice announced that all child care staff must be tested for COVID-19 as facilities begin to reopen. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Public Health has recommendations to obtain COvID-19 testing. Details can be found in the attached memo.
Thank You,
Todd McDaniel Michelle Platt
Program Manager I Interim Program Manager II
Child Care Licensing Child Care Regulation
Click to Download Memo and Verification form
Yard Sale - Head Start/Early Head Start
If you are interested in purchasing any of these items, please contact Stephanie Paynter at 304-682-8271 Ext. 103. Please keep in mind that items are sold on a first come first served basis. Due to delays in site updates, it is possible that some Items may be sold but not marked immediately.
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WV Birth To Three Is Accepting Referrals During The COVID-19 Crisis
To make a referral contactTo make a referral contactWV Birth to ThreeToll free: 1-866-321-4728 or visit www.wvdhhr.org/birth23/referral.asp
MountainHeart's Daily Photo Challenge
Families, it's time to get creative! To add a little excitement to your day, MountainHeart is inviting you to join the “Daily Photo Challenge” beginning Monday, April 20th and ending Thursday, April 30th by visiting the MountainHeart Facebook page!
If you wish to play, you must follow the instructions below and post your daily picture for a chance to win a prize! Good Luck!
Week of the Young Child - Family Friday
April 13-17, 2020
The Week of the Young Child™ is an annual celebration hosted by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, and families.
Join us each day this week as we share resources and activities to keep you and the children you serve happy, healthy and learning.
Today is FAMILY FRIDAY: Engaging and celebrating families is at the heart of supporting our youngest learners. During this time of social distancing from friends and families, it is crucial we find ways to stay connected and let others know we are thinking of them and love them.
Check out these social-distancing approved activities to share the love and create lasting memories.
