On today’s Justice for all, Josh Moore was in Session in Concord. Sitting in for the show was, Jennifer Lever of Little Leapers and Knowledge Keepers Childcare and Preschool, and Lisa Schroder or Alpha-Bits Learning Center.
They started off talking about the stringent professional development requirements for day care providers. They also mentioned the new 150 page rule recommendations coming out, and how day care providers are troubled with not being able to make common sense decisions without having to ask permission.
Many of these providers are afraid to speak up for fear of being targeted by DHHS during nit picky inspections. Jen and Lisa shared stories about their personal experiences with this. They agreed that often times it feels like they are being bullied when their infractions are discovered posted on the DHHS website without being told, and long after their inspection.
The conversation continued about how Block Grants threaten funding. Their goal is not to stir up trouble, but to come to an agreement for DHHS and inspectors to be accountable so providers have a say in the process before regulations are implemented. They’re asking other day care providers for Impact Statements to present to legislators. Listen in and hear more about it.