Mimi’s LLC, 1212 call, Waco, TX (2026)

02/03/2025

MiMi’s Operational policies
Table of Contents

1. Purpose
2. Welcome
3. Communication
4. Hours of Operation
5. Ages, Rates&Payments, Tax Credit
6.Sign In/Out & Authorized Agents
7. Custody Issues
8. Illness&Exclusion & Bathroom Training
9. Medication & Meals
10. Discipline&Guidance Practices
11. Bad Weather & Emergency Preparedness
12. Medical Emergencies
13. DFPS: Minimum Standards, Inspection & Reporting
14. Child Abuse
15. Pets
16.Open Door Policy

Mimi’s 1/2/25

Operational Policies & Procedures
1. Purpose

The purpose of this handbook is to outline the policies and procedures by
which Mimi’s in home child-care operate as a listed with the Texas
(DFPS). You will be notified, in writing, of any changes made to these policies and
procedures.

2. Welcome

Thank-you for enrolling your child in Mimi’s In-Home Child Care.
As your selected child-care provider, my intent is to maintain a SAFE ,fun enjoyable loving environment for your child to learn and grow, there will be a learning curriculum (reading,writing, understanding and comprehension activities) in place according to your child's age and abilities. Lots of play time and healthy eating.

Children of all nationalities, religious , race, backgrounds and cultures are welcome in my home.

3. Communication

Our communication is important to maximizing your child’s comfort and
well-being. I will routinely ask for updated contact information for his/her
record. If changes occur beforehand, you will need to ask for and complete a “Change of
Information” form.

During check-in & check-out time we can briefly discuss changes to your
child’s daily needs and/or address any concerns you may have. My aim is to
keep you informed; however, you must understand: During operation
hours tending to the needs of all children in my home is priority. If you
have concerns or questions requiring a more in-depth discussion, a parent-provider
conference may be scheduled.

You can always e-mail me at [email protected] or reach me by

Home:
Cell: 254-412-9410
Work:’’

4. Hours of Operation

MiMi’s In-Home Child Care is open year-round, Monday-Friday 8:00 A.M -5:00PM
$20 extra (per day early drop off between 7:30a and 8)($30 per day before 7:30 am)
Late pick up will be 20 per 30 min Increment. Ex. 5:01pm-5:30 $20 late 5:30-6pm $30

I will closed on the following paid holidays

New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Good Friday
Labor Day
MLK
Pres day
June teenth
July 4th
Thanksgiving Day & after & the following Monday
Christmas (5 days)tba
Nov 3rd (my bday) Friday or Monday

Most 3 day school holidays (federal)-

In addition to these observed holidays, I may take up to five (4)personal days per year.
1 week paid vacation in the summer.
1 week paid Vacation in the winter.
You will be given notice well in advance so that you may make
other child care arrangements.

In the unfortunate event that I fall ill or am hospitalized, you will be
notified as soon as possible. I have a certified care giver that can watch the children at my residence if needed.
I shall receive one weeks paid leave if I fall ill

5. Ages 1-4
$190 a week due Monday
$205 a week children 2 and over not fully potty trained.

You pay for your spot not for the day or hour that a child is in my care.

Payments are due every week if your child is present or not.

After school care is $20 per day from the time a bus drops them off-5

Payments are due unless your child is hospitalized or Ill (5 free days a year) illness only this is not a free week of child care.

All drop ins are $45
(2 and over not potty trained)$50 per day payment due at drop off, 2 hours or 10 the fee is $50 per day.
Payments & Tax Credit receipts weekly with payment upon request

There is no enrollment fee

If payment hasn’t been made on Friday child can not come to day care on the following Monday.

Late fees are $30 per day. All fees must be paid prior to entry

**tuition ****is due every Friday am

Absences
Please call/text by 9am to report absences no call has been receive before 9 am your child will not be counted in the lunch preparations.

If your child is absent more than 3 days consecutively. I will assume the slot is open and you have removed your child from the facility.

If your child will be absent/vacation the weekly fee still needs to be paid as if your child was still in attendance.

****Outstanding balances including late and/or tardy charges must be
satisfied before you are allowed to sign your child in the following Monday****

6. Sign-In/Sign-Out

Your child must be signed in and out daily. The sign in/out is on the tall table in front.

You must provide and update an authorized agent list as necessary. Your child will be released only to a parent and currently listed authorized agents. If and emergency occurred a phone call telling me who will be picking up the child will suffice but that individual must have proper id.

7. Custody Issues

I cannot withhold a child from a parent. Parents are asked to submit
supporting legal documentation (e.g., court order) to avoid conflict
surrounding the release of the child.

8. Illness&Bathroom Training

If your child has a run t nose that requires constant wiping, keep them home that’s not fair to the other children

If your child has a constant cough and doesn’t properly know how to cover their nose keep them home

At sign-in, I will observe each child for signs and symptoms of illness and
continue to observe them throughout the day. Parents should have an
alternate child-care plan arranged in advance in the event that their child
becomes ill while in my care. If a child exhibits any exclusionary symptoms
of illness, parents are contacted and the child must be picked up within one
hour of the call. Parental cooperation is necessary to promote a healthy
environment for all children in my care. A child showing any of the
following signs of illness 24 hours prior to sign-in should not be brought to
Fever is defined as a temperature equal or greater than 100 degrees
axillary [taken under the arm])
Diarrhea stool (defined as stool that is watery or less formed with greater
occurrence than usual and is not contained in diapers or toilet use, or stool
that contains blood or mucous)
Vomiting
Pink or red eyes with inflammation and white or yellow discharge
Rash with a fever and/or a change in behavior, until a medical exam
indicates the symptoms are not associated with a communicable disease
Any other conditions that may be contagious to other children, including
but not limited to, strep throat, Hand Foot and Mouth disease, ringworm,
impetigo and head lice
Illnesses or symptoms (e.g., colds, coughs or respiratory distress)
interfering with a child’s ability to participate comfortably in activities,
including outdoor play Illnesses that result in a greater need for care than I can provide without
compromising the health and safety of other children
Don’t bring your child to daycare sick for any reason..
Conditions that may indicate a possible severe illness, including but not
limited to, persistent crying, lethargy, difficulty in breathing, or irritability
The following time periods are used to determine when a child may return to
Runny noses of its green or accesive keep your child home.
If the noise is runny but clear please administer proper meds before drop off.
24 hours after antibiotics are begun for any communicable illness,
including, but not limited to, strep throat or pink eye
24 hours after the last episode of vomiting or diarrhea, except in the case
of communicable disease that needs to be reported to the Health Department
Temperature must be normal for 24 hours without the use of any fever
reducer
If throat cultures or other tests are taken to diagnose an illness that may
be contagious, the child must be kept home until test results have been
verified and the parent been notified of the negative results.
Exceptions to the above time periods may be allowed on an individual basis
if:
A child has a chronic illness that is documented by the child’s physician
Written documentation is received from the child’s physician indicating
that the child will not expose others to a communicable disease upon his/her
return.

Bathroom Training: Children achieve "potty training" at different ages introduce the concept of "going to the potty" by sitting child on the potty at regular intervals throughout the day for no more than 10 minutes per trip. Allow them to flush the potty and wash their hands. Reward behavior.

9. Medication & Meals

No outside FOOD OR TOYS

I will dispense prescription or over-the-counter medications to a child under
the following conditions:

Medication is in the original container and the label includes the child’s
name, the dosage and the directions for administration.
A "Medication Authorization" form has been signed and dated by the
parent. This authorization must include the child’s name and birth date, the
name of the medication, administration instructions, medication intervals
and length of time for dispensing the medication.
A signed and dated written authorization from the child’s physician is on
file, if the dosage for the child’s age is not included on the container from
the manufacturer.
A child does not have a temperature equal to or greater than 100 degrees
axillary or other signs of illness requiring his/her exclusion
(See: “Illness&Potty training ”)
Expired medication or medication which is prescribed for another child
in the family is not given.

Meals: Nutritious meals are provided daily. You must provide formula and/or jar food for infants, and any specialty foods. Be sure to alert me of any ALLERGIES.

10.Discipline&Guidance Practices

My goal is to help your child develop positive self-esteem, respect for
themselves and others and healthy ways of expressing their needs and
feelings. I will work to accomplish this by:

Maintaining a safe environment that uses developmentally appropriate
activities based on each child’s ability, attention span and need
Establishing positive guidelines for behavior that set clear,
understandable limits and consistent routines
Providing a fun learning environment that promotes consistent routines and
well-defined expectations
Recognizing child's efforts and using praise through kind words or
actions to reinforce desirable behaviors
Using problem solving techniques instead of punishment

I will strive to assist parents in the training and guidance of
their children. I will provide parents with feedback about their children,
positive and negative.

If a child’s behavior is uncontrollable and continues to present a problem
and the parent is uncooperative in working with me to correct
the negative behavior, the child will be dismissed from Mimi’s In
Home Child Care program.

Any disrespectful, disruptive or otherwise inappropriate behavior from parents and/or authorized agents will not be tolerated and will lead to immediate
dismal.

11. Bad Weather (icy roads, flooding, etc) & Emergency Preparedness

If local schools are closed, yet you manage to arrive at my home
safely, I will be available to you. If you are late at pick up, late payments will be applied.

Emergency drills are held on a regular basis.
Emergency exit plans are posted in the main play room.

12. Medical Emergencies

I am CPR/First Certified

If a serious injury or accident occurs,
standard First Aid In the event of a medical emergency, I will call 911 immediately
and then contact a parent.

13.DFPS: Minimum Standards, Inspection & Reporting Child Abuse

The agency’s Child-Care Licensing Division is responsible for protecting
the health, safety and well-being of children who attend or reside in
regulated child-care operations and homes. Through a process mandated by
Chapter 42 of the Human Resources Code, the Division develops minimum
standards for regulated operations and homes as well as policies and
procedures for enforcing those minimum standards.

A complete electronic publication of the DFPS minimum standards are
located at www.dfps.state.tx.us/Child_Care/About_Child_Care_Licensing
(a photocopy of these minimum standards are available upon request).

This home is a LISTED family home. It is a licensed or registered with DFPS. It has been inspected and will continue to have yearly inspections.

You may contact your local DFPS office at: 801 Austin Avenue; Waco, TX
76701; (254)756-5571

14. Reporting Child Abuse

The law requires any person who believes that a child, or person 65 years or
older, or an adult with disabilities is being abused, neglected, or exploited to
report the circumstances to DFPS. A person making a report is immune from
civil or criminal liability provided they make the report in good faith, and
the name of the person making the report is kept confidential. Any person
suspecting abuse and not reporting it can be held liable for a misdemeanor or
state jail felony. Time frames for investigating reports are based on severity
of allegations. Reporting suspected child abuse makes it possible for a
family to get help.

Two Ways to Report Abuse:
Call the Abuse Hotline toll-free 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, nationwide
1-800-252-5400 You can make your report
through a secure web site and you will receive a response within 24 hours.

15.Pets

1 caged pups

16. Open Door Policy

Prior approval or advance notice is not required. Parents are allowed to visit at any time.

Any concerns of questions please feel free to inquire

DFPS - Texas Child Care Licensing (CCL) Child-Care Licensing Division is responsible for protecting the health, safety, and well being of children who attend or reside in regulated child-care facilities and homes.