Originally Posted by Blackcat31:
My child has/had special needs (I say 'had' only because they aren't a child any longer) and I couldn't imagine my child being cared for in an environment not aware of, not trained or not wanting to deal with my child's unique need.
Exactly! My brother was autistic (mild form that he grew out of in adulthood) and my mom sent him to a "special" preschool because she knew he would get the care he needed and the curriculum and staff were designed for children with special needs. He wouldnt have thrived in a "regular" daycare. If my child was special needs, they would be going to a facility that met and specialized in his needs.