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Attention Family Child Care Providers.... What is the truth in all the rumors?

Changes are coming for Type B family childcare providers in Ohio and many are being misled with incorrect or unclear information. The CCRC has heard the rumors and we want to help answer questions and address any concerns or fears. Click here to see answers to frequently asked questions about Step Up to Quality!

Ohio's NEW 5 Star Quality Rating System

Step Up To Quality

On October 1, 2013 Ohio began the implementation of the revised 5-Star Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) called Step Up to Quality. Step Up To Quality recognizes learning and development programs that exceed licensing health and safety standards.

As of October 1, 2013, rated programs can apply for an increase to their rating in the new 5-Star Step Up To Quality system. By mid-October, unrated programs will be able to submit an initial registration. All registrations will be completed and submitted using the Ohio Child Licensing and Quality System (OCLQS). If you would like support in achieving, maintaining, or increasing your star rating, please contact Jennifer Bartlebaugh, CCRC's SUTQ Coordinator at 440-960-7187 Ext. 225 or jenniferb@ccrcinc.com

Please visit www.earlychildhoodohio.org for Step Up to Quality Guidance Document, Forms, and Resources.

Early Childhood Ohio - Resources

SUTQ Implementation Webinar 2013 Workforce Study

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Stay Connected...

Director Meeting Schedule

By attending one of the upcomingChild Care Resource Center's Director Network Meetings you will stay connected. As the early childhood field is evolving and many changes occurring, we would like to get administrators together to network, share ideas, mentor each other, bring in guest speakers or share resources which can strengthen your program and staff. Click here for dates, times, and locations near you!

October is SIDS Awareness Month

Turn up the volume on Infant Mortality

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has designated October as SIDS Awareness Month. SIDS and SUIDS (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death) are major causes of infant death.

Sleep-related suffocation is the leading cause of infant-injury death and is preventable. Babies should sleep Alone, on their Backs, and in a Crib free of blankets, pillows, stuffed toys, and bumpers. All parents, parents-to-be, and caregivers need to be educated about safe sleep for babies.

Contact

Child Care Resource Center
440-960-7187
1-800-526-5268
5350 Oberlin Ave.
Lorain, Ohio 44053

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