Originally Posted by Meeko:
I make it clear when setting up a visit that I am interviewing several families for the same position. I will decide by a certain date which child I decide to take. So they know from the start that their child is not my only option. After the interview, I thank them for coming and repeat that I will let them know IF they have the spot.
Parents are waaay more respectful when they know you have other options.
I think I want to start doing this one.
Originally Posted by Ariana:
Has he been in care before? Why or why not? Why did you leave that provider (get basic background info if child had been in care).
I like to do that one, just to try to find out if they were booted out of the last one. Also, you find out things like if the child was watched by teenagers during the Summer--it might mean that they'll leave next Summer.
Originally Posted by amberrose3dg:
Any items that are important that you will not budge on.
For me this is sick policy. I ask if the family has back up care.