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Child Caregivers

Sanford Children’s CHILD Services is the area’s designated child care provider training and technical assistance resource entity. CHILD Services partners with state and local entities to offer a systematic approach to providing early childhood education services and technical assistance to child care providers and parents throughout southeastern South Dakota.

The State of South Dakota Division of Child Care Services, the City of Sioux Falls and  Sanford Children’s CHILD  Services together  provide quality education and direct service assistance to providers in the southeast corner of the State of South Dakota and within the city of Sioux Falls.

To access all services contact us at (605) 333-0698 or email childsrv@sanfordhealth.org

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Child Caregivers » Services

City of Sioux Falls Services 7/24/08
  Sanford Children’s CHILD Services and the City of Sioux Falls partner to provide quality education and direct service assistance to family day care providers in Sioux Falls, SD.
Early Childhood Enrichment Services 7/24/08
  The Early Childhood Enrichment (ECE) program sites provide a statewide training delivery system for child care providers, along with parent education support.
Kids Health Website 9/22/08
  Sanford Children's is an education partner with Kids Health.

Child Caregivers » Classes & Events

Early Childhood Classes for Caregivers and Teachers 4/25/11
  CHILD Services can provide both basic and advanced services to providers. Classes cover all topic areas required by the Division of Child Care Services for licensing and registration requirements.
Growing Healthy Classes for Child Care providers and Early Childhood Teachers 7/28/08
Sioux Falls City Classes for Family Day Care Providers 7/24/08

Child Caregivers » Articles

10 Things Your Childcare Provider Can Do For You 7/24/08
  Caregivers can be a tremendous assett to your family
Bed Time and Toddlers: The Final Frontier 7/24/08
  Tips on how to help alleviate struggles associated with bedtime.
Children and Anxiety 7/24/08
  All of us have anxieties and our children are no exception
Choosing a Quality Daycare Program 7/24/08
  If you are considering enrolling your child in a daycare program, you have probably realized that all programs are not equal.
The Importance of Reading Aloud to Children by Tracy Buckler 7/24/08
  Reading aloud to your child brings intense happiness.
Time Outs and Ins 7/24/08
  "Time-out" is the most effective method of discipline for young children.
What Kids Say About Handling Stress 7/24/08
  Things that cause kids stress and what parents can do to help.
You are Your Child's Best Coach 7/24/08
  Children need time to be with their parents.

Child Caregivers » Publications

Books Available at the Mutch Women's Health Library 10/21/09
Early Childhood Brochures 12/27/11
Early Childhood Links 10/21/09
Watch Me Grow Developmental Checklists 1/31/12