Terming Question

[My Lil' Monkeys]

Do you HAVE to give a reason why you are terming/letting a family go?

[daycare]

Do you HAVE to give a reason why you are terming/letting a family go?

nope...
i think someone posted the same question yesterday.. there was lots of good advice given. I would search the form for terming advice

[Bizzymom1111]

Do you HAVE to give a reason why you are terming/letting a family go?

Not if you have something in your policy stating that. I have a section that reads,"so and so family childcare reserves the right to terminate care without notice at any time if it is necessary for the safety and or well being of my daycare/family" keep it short and sweet. Although I'm sure if you don't give a reason, they'll probably ask. If it was a personal issue( I've been there) I would just say something generic like"oh I'm downsizing, to just x many kids.." or something. Its a hard thing to do any way you go about it. Are you having problems with a child? parent?

[daycare]

I had to term and just stated that I was not longer able to offer care to the family because I could not meet their needs.

[Bizzymom1111]

I had to term and just stated that I was not longer able to offer care to the family because I could not meet their needs.

This is exactly what I had said to one of my families! It's a very nice way of saying.."your kids a total brat and I can't deal with it anymore!!" No, I'm just kidding! I did have a pretty darn out of control dcb3, and after 5 months of HORRIBLE behavior, and cocstantly working with him, I just broke down one day and termed. The mother was not surprised actually. But that's what I said..that I couldn't meet his needs anymore.

[My Lil' Monkeys]

Not if you have something in your policy stating that. I have a section that reads,"so and so family childcare reserves the right to terminate care without notice at any time if it is necessary for the safety and or well being of my daycare/family" keep it short and sweet. Although I'm sure if you don't give a reason, they'll probably ask. If it was a personal issue( I've been there) I would just say something generic like"oh I'm downsizing, to just x many kids.." or something. Its a hard thing to do any way you go about it. Are you having problems with a child? parent?

Oh yes having major issues with a parent. But I wasn't sure if I just said "I'm sorry this really isn't working out" was ok?

[daycare]

its your company you can tell them whatever you want to tell them!

[My Lil' Monkeys]

This is exactly what I had said to one of my families! It's a very nice way of saying.."your kids a total brat and I can't deal with it anymore!!" No, I'm just kidding! I did have a pretty darn out of control dcb3, and after 5 months of HORRIBLE behavior, and cocstantly working with him, I just broke down one day and termed. The mother was not surprised actually. But that's what I said..that I couldn't meet his needs anymore.

I'm SCARED to death!!! I'm scared the parent is going to freak out...

[nikia]

I'm SCARED to death!!! I'm scared the parent is going to freak out...

Why would you think they would freak? Just from being upset or are they that crazy of parents?

[Bizzymom1111]

I'm SCARED to death!!! I'm scared the parent is going to freak out...

Well then let that be their problem. Trust me, you'll feel soooooooo much better without them. You just have to get through that one uncomfortable moment, then their gone. You can do it!! I was very nervous the first time I termed. Now, I just think to myself, I need to do what is right for MY business and self. Don't be scared!!

[My Lil' Monkeys]

Well then let that be their problem. Trust me, you'll feel soooooooo much better without them. You just have to get through that one uncomfortable moment, then their gone. You can do it!! I was very nervous the first time I termed. Now, I just think to myself, I need to do what is right for MY business and self. Don't be scared!!

When I give them the notice I still have them come back for 2 weeks. Oh, I'm sooo nervous.

[daycare]

is your term cherry getting popped? LOL sorry had to say it

the first time that I had to term I was afraid too...its natural to feel this way. But you have to stay strong and realize that this is your company and you are the one in control NOT THEM they dont control you because they pay you and you need to get that out of your head........

You make the calls here NOT THEM

[My Lil' Monkeys]

Why would you think they would freak? Just from being upset or are they that crazy of parents?

Yes, I've had her get upset because I was sick and didn't know if I would be open the next day.

[My Lil' Monkeys]

is your term cherry getting popped? LOL sorry had to say it

the first time that I had to term I was afraid too...its natural to feel this way. But you have to stay strong and realize that this is your company and you are the one in control NOT THEM they dont control you because they pay you and you need to get that out of your head........

You make the calls here NOT THEM

LMBO!!! I had to read that twice because I laughed so hard the first time I read that!!

Yes, I do need to grow a backbone. I know my business and family will be A LOT better.

[Bizzymom1111]

When I give them the notice I still have them come back for 2 weeks. Oh, I'm sooo nervous.

You can do it!! Take some deep breaths and just do it! If they have a fit- just stay professional and stick to your guns. They may try to make you feel bad, but don't let them. It is your business. Just keep it short and simple. Good luck Hun! (((hugs)))