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Meeko 09:13 AM 07-25-2013
My husband is currently working on a web site for providers. Provider Watch ONLY deals with the money aspect.

But we all know that some parents may pay on time, but are a NIGHTMARE with other issues......late, rude, demanding, trouble making, just plain weird etc.

They are able to call for personal references etc on us. We need to be able to do the same! We feel that if parents know that providers talk among themselves, they may behave better!

We are far from being ready to publish yet, but the idea is for providers to be able to put a parent's name on a non-published reference list we will keep protected. A new provider will be able to put in the name of a prospective client in the search. All that will come up is the name and number of the provider who listed the name. The prospective provider can then call the old provider/center to get the low down and then make a judgement herself. The reference may be wonderful or awful, but she can make up her own mind on the information she receives.

The fact is, if a prospective parent asks for references from you, all they are getting is the OPINION of those people you put her in touch with. This will be the same thing.

The parent's name is never listed on the web site. The conversation between two or more providers is nothing more than a conversation between them. But it may help a provider make a decision.

We have been in touch with a lawyer and are making sure we cover ourselves legally.

My husband is hoping to have things going once we make sure we are covered legally.

Do any of you think you would use a service like this?
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