This kind of day care is provided in the home of the caregiver, who is often a mother with children of her own. You may find a relative, friend or neighbor willing to care for your child in this way. Or you may find a family day care home run by someone you do not already know. Usually just a few children are cared for at any one time. In Nebraska, family day care homes care for eight or fewer children.
State law requires registration when four or more children are cared for from different families.
Registration is with the State Department of Social Services . Group day care homes must be licensed and have an assistant. They can provide care for 9-12 children. Keep in mind that a family day care provider may go out of business or stop caring for children at any time. Because many of these homes are not registered and inspected by the Department of Social Services, it is up to you to make sure adequate health and safety standards are met.