In Kirsten's Care

🌼 Still looking for childcare?
Full‑time infant and toddler openings now available at In Kirsten’s Care.

What I offer:
• FIVE full days
• Longer hours — open at 7:00 AM for commuters
• Easy freeway access (NB & SB Hwy 17)
• Meals included (am snack, lunch, and dinner)
• Tiny ratios
• Individualized care
• Stability & continuity
• No rotating staff
• No corporate overhead
• State licensed
• CPR & First Aid certified
• 28.5+ years serving Scotts Valley and surrounding families

📞 Call 831‑439‑8721
🌐 Visit: www.inkirstenscare.com

If you’re looking for a warm, consistent, home‑based environment where your child is truly known and cared for, I’d love to connect.

As summer winds down and families get ready for fall, In Kirsten’s Care currently has three full‑time infant openings available on August 17, October 6, and October 26. I also have immediate openings for little ones 2 years and up.

Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
CPR/First Aid certified • Food Nutrition Program • Easy access to both NB and SB SR‑17

Proudly serving Scotts Valley for 28.5 years.
More information: www.inkirstenscare.com

FULL TIME OPENINGS-

Infants (0-24 months):
*1 opening starting August 17, 2026
*1 opening starting October 6, 2026
*1 opening starting October 26, 2026

Toddlers (age 2+):
* One immediate opening available

In Kirsten’s Care has been proudly serving the City of Scotts Valley for the last 28.5 years. Licensed and CPR/First Aid certified, I provide a warm, safe, and nurturing home‑based environment where children can learn, explore, and grow with confidence. As a long‑standing participant in the Food Nutrition Program, all meals and snacks meet USDA guidelines and are included at no additional cost. Families appreciate the easy access to both NB AND SB Hwy 17, with doors opening at 7:00 AM to support early commuters.

You can learn more about my program by visiting my website: www.inkirstenscare.com

UPDATE: Fulltime infant position now available beginning August 17, 2026!

Fulltime 2+ year positions available now.

For more information, please check out our website at www.inkirstenscare.com

❤️ We create a nurturing, play‑based environment where little ones grow, learn, and laugh every day. We can’t wait to welcome new kiddos into our In Kirsten’s Care family.

Today marks 28 years since In Kirsten's Care first opened its doors. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of watching children take their first steps and grow into confident, curious individuals—while parents have grown alongside them. Family childcare has never been just supervision; it’s been partnership, consistency, and care rooted in home and community.

To the families and neighbors who’ve walked this journey with me: thank you. This milestone belongs to all of us. Here’s to the next chapter—guided by respect, reliability, and real connection.

With gratitude, Kirsten
❤️ Thank you for being part of it.
📍 Learn more at www.inkirstenscare.com

🎉 We’re Enrolling! 🎉
In Kirsten’s Care has proudly served Scotts Valley families for nearly 28 years — and we’re excited to welcome a few new little faces!

👶 Now accepting children ages 2 and up
🍽️ Healthy meals & snacks included
🕖 Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM
🚗 Super convenient freeway access (North & South Hwy 17)
🧸 Drop-ins welcome if space allows
📍 Home-based care that feels like family

Interested? Come take a tour!
📞 Call (831) 439-8721
🌐 Visit: www.inkirstenscare.com

✨ Spots are limited — don’t miss out! ✨

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Families and Community

As I reflect on the past 27 years of caring for your little ones, my heart is filled with gratitude. It has been an incredible journey, filled with laughter, growth, and countless cherished memories.

To the families who have trusted me with the care of their children, thank you for allowing me to be part of your lives. Your trust, support, and kindness have meant the world to me. Watching your children grow and thrive has been one of the greatest joys of my life.

To the Scotts Valley community and surrounding areas, I am deeply grateful for the continued support you've shown over the years. Your encouragement has helped build "In Kirsten's Care" into what it is today.

As we look forward to the future, I remain committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and loving environment for the children in our care. Here’s to many more years together!

With heartfelt appreciation,
Kirsten Hansen
In Kirsten's Care
www.inkirstenscare.com

IMMEDIATE FULLTIME POSITION AVAILABLE
Child must be two years or older to apply. We are state-licensed and open Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, with an am snack, lunch, and dinner included. Enjoy easy freeway access to both NB and SB SR17. Proudly serving the City of Scotts Valley since 1997. For more information, visit www.inkirstenscare.com or call Kirsten today 831-439-8721 (landline) License #: 444406185.