Do You Notify Current Families When Terminating?

[AmyKidsCo]

I wouldn't, I think it crosses a confidentiality line. When parents ask, I always just stay as vague as possible ("not a good fit", "didn't work out", "time to move on", etc.)

On top of which, you never know who knows who. I would hate for a former family to hear I was talking about them.

I agree. I don't say who initiated it when a family leaves, and only say "not a good fit" unless the child is leaving for school.

[Ariana]

I do! I always say something vague like "just to let you know johnny is no longer with us. I am not able to give details for confidentiality reasons but I decided to terminate care".

I have never had a parent question it or anything, I also like to inform parents because it keeps them on their toes a bit when they know I will kick anyone out if I feel I need to. I would never want a parent thinking a family left because they weren't happy.

[hgonzalez]

Thank you for all of your responses!