Resources and Referral (Childcare)

Resources and Referral Sites:

Better Baby Care Campaign Better Baby Care Campaign: Resource for parents and childcare workers for finding and providing quality childcare. (Resources and Referral) http://www.betterbabycare.org/ Kids New World - Day care Search Kids New World - Day care Search: Comprehensive parents resource for daycare and preschool centers search and reviews. (Resources and Referral) http://www.kidsnewworld.com Kidcare.web.ph Kidcare.web.ph: An online resource for developmental child care information. (Resources and Referral) http://kidcare.web.ph North Carolina Child Care North Carolina Child Care: Searchable database of licensed child care providers across the state. Includes child care centers, family child care homes, and day camps. (Resources and Referral) http://ncchildcare.dhhs.state.nc.us/general/home.asp Oregon Child Care Resource and Referral Network Oregon Child Care Resource and Referral Network: Site includes an online search for child care providers, information on quality child care for parents, training information for providers and data about child care in Oregon. (Resources and Referral) http://www.oregonchildcare.org Child Care Resource and Referral ~ Metro Child Care Resource and Referral ~ Metro: Childcare referrals and provider training for Salt Lake and Tooele Counties in Utah. (Resources and Referral) http://www.cssutah.org/childcare Questions and Answers about Choosing the Best Daycare Questions and Answers about Choosing the Best Daycare: Former daycare operator offers advise and consulting on choosing or starting a daycare. (Resources and Referral) http://www.wf.net/~stpk/ CCN ChildCareNet.com CCN ChildCareNet.com: Resource and search engine for child care providers in Silicon Valley, CA. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcarenet.com Creative Child Care Choices Creative Child Care Choices: Parents seeking childcare can obtain a list of providers in the greater Chicagoland area. (Resources and Referral) http://www.creativechildcarechoices.com ChildCareYellowPages.com ChildCareYellowPages.com: Searchable directory of childcare resources. (Resources and Referral) http://www.ChildCareYellowPages.com Wisconsin PBS Kids Wisconsin PBS Kids: Provides child care and parenting tips, resources and workshops supported by Wisconsin PBS Kids programming. (Resources and Referral) http://wpt.org/kids About Daycare About Daycare: Offers program and curriculum information for daycare providers, teachers, and childcare staff. Also provides tips for choosing a care facility. (Resources and Referral) http://daycare.about.com/ Child Care Friends Child Care Friends: Support and resources, activities, contracts and policies, child care food program, and children's environments. (Resources and Referral) http://childcarefriends.com/ California Childcare Health Program California Childcare Health Program: Works to enhance the quality of child care by initiating and strengthening linkages among the health, safety and child care communities and the families they serve. (Resources and Referral) http://ucsfchildcarehealth.org MommysBiz.com MommysBiz.com: Products, services, information, resources, and feedback for child care providers, professionals and parents. (Resources and Referral) http://www.mommysbiz.com/ Ladybug Crossing Home Day Care Ladybug Crossing Home Day Care: This site is for providers and parents of small children. It offers a preschool curriculum, crafts, and printables. (Resources and Referral) http://www.angelfire.com/tx5/ladybugcrossing Child Care Providers Of Minnesota Child Care Providers Of Minnesota: Listing site for child care providers in MN. (Resources and Referral) http://mnchildcareproviders.tripod.com/index.htm Hull Childminding Network Hull Childminding Network: A local network supporting local childminders ensuring a high quality childcare service within the city of Hull, England. (Resources and Referral) http://beehive.thisishull.co.uk/hullchildcarenetwork Massachusetts Office of Child Care Services Massachusetts Office of Child Care Services: The official Massachusetts state agency site. Of use to both providers of child care as well as parents who have questions about child care in Massachusetts. (Resources and Referral) http://www.qualitychildcare.org Child Care Networks Child Care Networks: Provides child care resource and referral services for Chatham County, NC. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcarenetworks.org/ Child Care Circuit Child Care Circuit: A nonprofit agency that assists parents in finding childcare north east of Boston, MA. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcarecircuit.org Infant and Toddler Day Care Infant and Toddler Day Care: Important information on choosing infant day care which is not usually available in the mainstream media. (Resources and Referral) http://www.geocities.com/Wellesley/Garden/2010 Childworks Childworks: Directory aimed at child-care professionals. Searchable by subject and locality. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childworks.co.uk/ The Search for a Quality Preschool The Search for a Quality Preschool: A parent's guide to finding the right preschool for your child. (Resources and Referral) http://www.thelaboroflove.com/forum/misc/50.html The Childcare Search The Childcare Search: A searchable database for childcare in the United States and Canada. (Resources and Referral) http://www.geocities.com/searchchildcare CallforSitters.com CallforSitters.com: Childcare referral company focused on helping parents find babysitters. The website includes tools and discussion boards that help parents and babysitters communicate. (Resources and Referral) http://callforsitters.com Child Care Choices, Inc. Child Care Choices, Inc.: Search and screening for families seeking nannies, babysitters, daycare, preschools and camps in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcarechoicesinc.com/ FreeDaycareInfo FreeDaycareInfo: Offers a directory of state licensing agencies. (Resources and Referral) http://www.freedaycareinfo.com Options Options: Agency providing a network of early care and education services for children and families living in the San Gabriel Valley area of Los Angeles County. (Resources and Referral) http://www.optionscc.com/ The Dublin Childcare Recruitment Agency The Dublin Childcare Recruitment Agency: International childcare recruitment consultants for the childcare industry. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcare-recruitment.com America Taking Action America Taking Action: A national directory of licensed/registered family daycare providers, childcare centers, nursery schools and kids' camps. (Resources and Referral) http://www.americatakingaction.com/childcare/ West Kootney Family and Child Care Society West Kootney Family and Child Care Society: Provides resources, referrals and support to parents, children and caregivers of Nelson to Kaslo, Salmo, South Slocan to Nakusp. (Resources and Referral) http://www.kics.bc.ca/%7Ewkfacs/ Resources for Child Care and Early Childhood Education Resources for Child Care and Early Childhood Education: Daycare programming ideas, themes and links. (Resources and Referral) http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Forum/5274/ Provider Watch Provider Watch: A nationwide credit reporting service for childcare professionals. (Resources and Referral) http://www.providerwatch.com Springfield Early Care and Education Partnership Springfield Early Care and Education Partnership: Supports the continued development of a comprehensive early learning system, which combines high quality early care and education with related services to meet the needs of Springfield's families. (Resources and Referral) http://www.secep.org North Carolina Child Care Resource and Referral Network North Carolina Child Care Resource and Referral Network: Offers child care referrals to families, technical assistance and support for providers, development of child care resources and advocacy. (Resources and Referral) http://www.ncchildcarenetwork.org Maryland Committee for Children Maryland Committee for Children: A network of local child care resource centers that works with parents, child care providers, advocates, employers, and policymakers to expand and enhance the early childhood education and child care. (Resources and Referral) http://www.mdchildcare.org Anxious Parents Anxious Parents: For working parents trying to find, and keep, the best childcare for their children. Offering articles, book excerpts and links. (Resources and Referral) http://www.anxiousparents.com/ About.com: UK Daycare About.com: UK Daycare: Resources, lesson plans, seasonal ideas, book reviews, colouring pages, contests, and links that will be of interest to educators, parents, and students. (Resources and Referral) http://ukdaycare.about.com/ Child Care Finders Child Care Finders: Resource for parenting and childcare information and support for families and child care professionals. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcarefinders.org Northwestern State University Child and Family Network Northwestern State University Child and Family Network: Provides referrals for parents seeking child care centers or family child care homes in LA. (Resources and Referral) http://www.nsu-cfn.org The Sefton Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership The Sefton Early Years Development and Childcare Partnership: An organisation which supports the development of early years and childcare provision in the borough. Includes resources for parents and caregivers. (Resources and Referral) http://www.seftonchildcare.org Douglas County Child Care Association Douglas County Child Care Association: A child care referral service for licensed child care providers in Douglas County, Colorado. (Resources and Referral) http://www.douglascountychildcare.com Children's Information Service Children's Information Service: Provides information about childcare to parents, as well as resources for childcare providers. (Resources and Referral) http://www.southglos.gov.uk/CIS Childcare Seekers Inc. Childcare Seekers Inc.: Referrals for parents, free advertising for child care businesses, child care software, products and services available to families, providers and centers. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcareseekers.com/ Options for Working Parents Options for Working Parents: Offers childcare resource and referral services and a childcare assistance program. Located in Providence, RI. (Resources and Referral) http://www.optionsforworkingparents.com A Child Care Directory A Child Care Directory: A childcare resource site for parents and providers in Texas. Tips on how to start a daycare business. (Resources and Referral) http://www.achildcaredirectory.netfirms.com Marin Child Care Council Marin Child Care Council: Linking parents with childcare options in Marin County, California. (Resources and Referral) http://www.mc3.org TLC Child Care Locators TLC Child Care Locators: Resources for finding a child care through a national search. Free to parents. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcarecenters.org/ bestbear.co.uk bestbear.co.uk: An independent service listing recommended childcare agencies throughout the UK. (Resources and Referral) http://www.bestbear.co.uk/ Childminder.net Childminder.net: Designed for parents and childminders in the borough of Poole, Dorset, UK. Includes information on child care and resources freely available in the area. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childminder.net Affordable Licensed Home Child Care Affordable Licensed Home Child Care: Lists daycare providers and offers resources for parents and providers. Includes a calendar of events and training. (Resources and Referral) http://www.affordablechildcare.homestead.com Missouri Child Care Resource and Referral Network Missouri Child Care Resource and Referral Network: Coordinates the efforts of the eight resource and referral agencies in Missouri. Services are provided to parents, child care providers, employers and community leaders. (Resources and Referral) http://www.moccrrn.org ChildrenFirst ChildrenFirst: Information on backup childcare, with sections for parents and clients. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childrenfirst.com/ Hampton Roads Childcare Hampton Roads Childcare: Offering a free list to families seeking child care, parents resource, providers resource and advertisement. (Resources and Referral) http://hamptonroadschild.tripod.com/ Child Care Parent Provider Information Network Child Care Parent Provider Information Network: CCPPIN is for family child care professionals and parents. Child care directory, forums. (Resources and Referral) http://www.ccppin.com/ The Daycare Resource Connection The Daycare Resource Connection: A resource for parents and providers including state by state daycare listings, free preschool and daycare printables and teacher resources. (Resources and Referral) http://www.daycareresource.com Child Care Works Child Care Works: A non-profit child care resource and referral program dedicated to improving the system of early education and care for children in the New Bedford, MA area. (Resources and Referral) http://www.paceccw.org Her Child Care Her Child Care: A site for professional child care providers. Provides information regarding all aspects of running a daycare center. (Resources and Referral) http://www.herchildcare.com Lynnfield, Reading & North Reading Partnership For Children Lynnfield, Reading & North Reading Partnership For Children: Child care resources for parents in the communities of Lynnfield, Reading and North Reading, MA. Also offers child care scholarships, free training and events in these communities. (Resources and Referral) http://www.partnership4children.org Berry Family Child Care Network Berry Family Child Care Network: Designed to assist family home childcare providers in utilizing the online community for knowledge, purchasing and networking. (Resources and Referral) http://berryfamilychildcarenetwork.com Tiny Jewels Child Care Directory Tiny Jewels Child Care Directory: Family home childcare providers listed by location in the U.S. (Resources and Referral) http://www.tinyjewels.homestead.com/directory.html Contra Costa Child Care Council Contra Costa Child Care Council: Source for parents, providers and advocates seeking child care services and resources in Contra Costa County, California. (Resources and Referral) http://www.cocokids.org/ Dear Babysitter Dear Babysitter: Pass along vital information about your children, home and pets quickly and completely to each person who cares for them. (Resources and Referral) http://www.dearbabysitter.com/ Mills Consulting Group, Inc. Mills Consulting Group, Inc.: Specializes in developing high quality child care, work-life initiatives and conducting research projects related to child care for child care centers, corporations, and state governments. (Resources and Referral) http://www.millsconsultinggroup.com Naples Alliance for Children Naples Alliance for Children: Mission is to take a leadership role in advocating for the improvement of the quality of life for Collier County, Florida's children, youth and their families. (Resources and Referral) http://www.napleschild.org Babysitting Coop Babysitting Coop: A "how-to" in setting up a babysitting coop. Complete with bylaws and all the forms needed to get started. (Resources and Referral) http://www.geocities.com/babysitting_coop Daycare Provider's Home Page Daycare Provider's Home Page: A link list created for the sharing of information and ideas concerning the providing of professional services by daycare/childcare providers, whether at home or in a center. (Resources and Referral) http://www.icomm.ca/daycare/ Bananas Inc. Bananas Inc.: Specializes in childcare, daycare and babysitting referrals for parents and childcare providers in Alameda County, California. (Resources and Referral) http://www.bananasinc.org/ KidCare Referral Service KidCare Referral Service: Childcare referral service in Calgary. (Resources and Referral) http://www.kidcarecalgary.com Central Indiana's Electronic Daycare Directory Central Indiana's Electronic Daycare Directory: Provides lists of day care providers in central Indiana. Site includes articles and checklists for parents as well as other family-related information and links. (Resources and Referral) http://www.eDaycareDirectory.com Satellite Family Child Care Satellite Family Child Care: Provides quality standards, accreditation, training, referrals and other support to accredited childcare providers in Madison, Wisconsin. (Resources and Referral) http://www.satellitefcc.com Simply Childcare Simply Childcare: Publication bringing together parents looking for childcare providers and providers advertising their services. (Resources and Referral) http://www.simplychildcare.com GeorgiaDayCare.com GeorgiaDayCare.com: Resource and search engine for child care providers and summer camps in Georgia. Includes specific information on each provider. Also provides a classified section for those offering and seeking day care services. (Resources and Referral) http://www.georgiadaycare.com Manchester's Early Years Partnership Manchester's Early Years Partnership: Offers information on all aspects of childcare, including grants, news, jobs, training and links. (Resources and Referral) http://www.manchesterchildren.org.uk Daycare.com Daycare.com: State by state listings, licensing requirements, products and news articles. (Resources and Referral) http://www.daycare.com/ Child Care Corner Child Care Corner: Offers resources for child care providers or parents. (Resources and Referral) http://www.topcities.com/Family/preschool K Grace Childcare K Grace Childcare: A provider of qualified childcare professionals to Chicago's downtown and near north side. (Resources and Referral) http://kgracechildcare.com Wisconsin Child Care Directory Wisconsin Child Care Directory: Provides free access to Wisconsin child care providers and Wisconsin babysitters. (Resources and Referral) http://www.wisconsinchildcare.com Cabell-Wayne Educare Cabell-Wayne Educare: Offers services to improve the quality, linkages and accessibility in child care programs in Cabell and Wayne County, West Virginia. (Resources and Referral) http://www.geocities.com/cabellwayneeducare/homepage Child Care Resources Consultation and Training Child Care Resources Consultation and Training: Offers a variety of resources including workshop materials, training services and curriculum resources. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcareresources.freeservers.com 4C-ne.com 4C-ne.com: A free information and referral service to assist families in finding quality licensed child care in Northeast Michigan. (Resources and Referral) http://www.4c-ne.com Arizona Child Care Resource and Referral Arizona Child Care Resource and Referral: A community service which matches parents seeking child care with child care resources. Also provides training and technical assistance to child care providers. (Resources and Referral) http://www.arizonachildcare.org Williams Lake Child Care Resource and Referral Williams Lake Child Care Resource and Referral: List of services and referral organizations. (Resources and Referral) http://womenscontact.bc.ca/ccrr/ North West Childcare North West Childcare: Provide childcare recruitment services, including nursery nurses, nannies, baby sitters and home help. (Resources and Referral) http://www.northwest-childcare.co.uk/ The Family and Workplace Connection The Family and Workplace Connection: Linking working parents and other employees with dependent care services. Assure availability of high quality, affordable, dependent care services. (Resources and Referral) http://www.familyandworkplace.org Western Community Action, Inc Western Community Action, Inc: Site provides information and resources for parents and childcare professionals in the southwestern Minnesota area. (Resources and Referral) http://www.swmnchildcare.org Answered Prayer Childcare Directory Answered Prayer Childcare Directory: Free site for parents to search for childcare in any area. Providers can list their daycare and provide links as well. (Resources and Referral) http://www.orgsites.com/ms/childcarefinders/index.html Child Care Systems of America, Inc. Child Care Systems of America, Inc.: Offering an array of solutions to employer's child care needs nationwide. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcaresystems.com/ Canadian Childcare Canadian Childcare: A resource site for Canadian childcare providers offering tips, ideas, menus and other information. (Resources and Referral) http://www.canadianchildcare.com Babysitters.com Babysitters.com: Childcare referral company focused on helping parents find the type of babysitters that matches best with the needs of their children. Includes babysitting guide and information for parents. (Resources and Referral) http://www.babysitters.com/ Daycare Provider's Beginner Page Daycare Provider's Beginner Page: This site has information on daycare, starting a daycare, and daycare products such as software, forms, equipment, supplies, and books. (Resources and Referral) http://www.oursite.net/daycare/ Family Child Care of Douglas County Family Child Care of Douglas County: Provides articles, links and educational information for family child care providers and parents in the Lawrence/Douglas County area of Kansas. (Resources and Referral) http://www.geocities.com/familychildcareofdc Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre: A non-profit society that provides information, services and support to the child care community in British Columbia, Canada. (Resources and Referral) http://www.wstcoast.org/ GRCMA Early Childhood Directions GRCMA Early Childhood Directions: A private, non-profit agency that provides information, referral services and training programs for child care providers and parents. (Resources and Referral) http://www.grcma.org/grcma/index.htm Family Education Family Education: Educational ideas for teachers, parents and providers. There is a vast amount of information and resources to help teachers, parents and day care providers. (Resources and Referral) http://familyeducation.com/ Tucson Daycare Directory Tucson Daycare Directory: Complete listing of childcare services in Tucson, AZ by zip code. (Resources and Referral) http://www.tucsondaycare.com Child Care Resource Center Child Care Resource Center: Child care resource and referral agency for Lorain, Erie, Huron, Sandusky and Seneca counties in Ohio. The center is a private non-profit agency that is part of the statewide system of child care resource and referral funded by the Ohio Department of Huma (Resources and Referral) http://www.ccrcinc.com/ Childcare Index Childcare Index: Directory serving the UK, allowing access to childcare providers in the area. (Resources and Referral) http://www.childcareindex.co.uk/ Ahrens Family Day Care Ahrens Family Day Care: Former daycare owner provides sample daycare business forms, schedules, and calendars. (Resources and Referral) http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Woods/9835/daycare.html