With a growing number of children under the age of five enrolled in regular out-of-home child care, it is important that our child care facilities in our community are equipped to respond appropriately to the health and safety of children.

Community Health Services is helping child care facilities in our community to improve health and safety practices. Our Child Care Health Consultants offer tools and education for improving the health and safety of child care settings. 

Our Child Care Health Consultants are health professionals who work with child care professionals to recognize and promote the health and safety of children.

What does a Child Care Health Consultant do?

Through a partnership with child care providers,we can:  

• Assess health and safety needs and practices in the child care setting
• Help caregivers develop strategies for caring for children with special health needs
• Establish policies and procedures for health/safety emergencies
• Provide health education and wellness programs, as well as health screenings
• Offer solutions for managing injuries or infectious diseases within the child care setting
• Connect caregivers and families with community health care resources and experts
• Provide up-to-date information on the latest guidelines, policies, and information regarding child health and safety
• Offer hands-on support through telephone advice or regular on-site visits
• Conduct child care staff training 

They have knowledge and experience in pediatric health care and child development along with an understanding of state and local child care regulations. Most of all, they have knowledge and respect for the child care industry and child care providers. Each of our professionals has trained through the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Public Health.

Why hire a Child Care Health Consultant?

Our programs can help you improve your child care facility through policy development, consultative methods, and a practical application of assessments of child care environments.  The program is free and open to all Mecklenburg daycare facilities including home daycares.

To find out more about our Child Care Consultant Program for your facility, please contact Community Health Services at 704-375-0172 for a free consultation.