New Provider Vent

[Thriftylady]

Oh and I HIGHLY suggest reading Nannyde's book. It has done wonders for me, and I plan to read it again just in case I missed something.

[nannyde]

Oh and I HIGHLY suggest reading Nannyde's book. It has done wonders for me, and I plan to read it again just in case I missed something.

That's what I'm sayin!

Op

Call the centers within a couple of miles of your location. Ask for infant, two year, and prek full time rates. Multiply it by .75 and you will get the high end home daycare price in your area.

If they are $200 a week the high end home care will be around $150

[MyAngels]

I didn't read all the responses so sorry if this repeats, but it's actually illegal for providers to discuss rates among themselves, so the other providers weren't being rude or unhelpful.

This is Tom Copeland's article on it: http://www.tomcopelandblog.com/2011/...are-rates.html

My CCRRN will give the average rates for the area which can be a starting point.

[Unregistered]

Most centers in my area post fees on their websites. That's quick and easy. Also, talk to parents who have children in care. That would be helpful.

[Nurse Jackie]

I didn't read all the responses so sorry if this repeats, but it's actually illegal for providers to discuss rates among themselves, so the other providers weren't being rude or unhelpful.

This is Tom Copeland's article on it: http://www.tomcopelandblog.com/2011/...are-rates.html

My CCRRN will give the average rates for the area which can be a starting point.

I noticed someone else posted it was illegal to call and ask provider to provider whats the rates if this is true why would r&r give me a list of other providers to call and ask their rates. I guess you learn something new everyday. Im glad I came across this forum

[Baby lady]

Where in California are you?
Rates vary greatly by area, and even by neighborhood.