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KEG123 06:15 AM 02-13-2011
Ok so I'm freaking out at the moment. I've got another interview tomorrow, but get this. My computer took a crap last week and nearly ALL my documents are gone. So I'm freaking out that I don't have my paperwork printed and ready for tomorrow. Granted, it's not til tomorrow evening, but I'm still freaking. There is a small chance DBF can get some of my files back. But maybe not. I don't even remember what all files I had!
So if there is ANY way someone could post a list, or attach some of your "interview" documents, I'd appreciate it. I hope I can get my policies back, they might be in an e-mail somewheres (Actually, Abigail, if you see this, do you still have a copy? I guess I deleted it from my e-mail, CRAP!), but like I said I don't even remember everything I had. :banghead:
So if there is ANY way someone could post a list, or attach some of your "interview" documents, I'd appreciate it. I hope I can get my policies back, they might be in an e-mail somewheres (Actually, Abigail, if you see this, do you still have a copy? I guess I deleted it from my e-mail, CRAP!), but like I said I don't even remember everything I had. :banghead:
KEG123 09:59 AM 02-13-2011
Glad I've gotten so many responses! 
Danielle 10:06 AM 02-13-2011
My favorite resource: www.thedaycarelady.com
missnikki 11:17 AM 02-13-2011
I'm sorry, I don't interview for families. I take whoever comes to the school I work for. If you need any help writing any policies, message me- I'm happy to help. Sorry that happened, I hope your DBF can get you what you need in a jiffy!
(and an external hard drive is worth its weight in gold.)
(and an external hard drive is worth its weight in gold.)
melissa ann 11:56 AM 02-13-2011
Originally Posted by Danielle:
My favorite resource: www.thedaycarelady.com
I just checked out this site. It's great. I added it to my favorites.My favorite resource: www.thedaycarelady.com
Michael 12:03 PM 02-13-2011
It's owned by http://www.providerwatch.com
Abigail 02:03 PM 02-13-2011
I found it on my computer and sent it your email! Now you can take a deep breathe.
For future reference, print off EXTRA (at least two) copies of EVERY document you could possibly ever use because you could always scan to copy them or re-type them if your computer clunks out again. Every month I back up my computer with a flash drive which saved me because this computer I bought on Black Friday since two days prior to that date my old (still fairly new though
) Computer decided to "just not turn on"--ever. I got 90% of my stuff back from my flash drive since I only save it monthly. Takes about 20 minutes each time to transfer the updated files. Good luck getting caught up again for tomorrow!
For future reference, print off EXTRA (at least two) copies of EVERY document you could possibly ever use because you could always scan to copy them or re-type them if your computer clunks out again. Every month I back up my computer with a flash drive which saved me because this computer I bought on Black Friday since two days prior to that date my old (still fairly new though
) Computer decided to "just not turn on"--ever. I got 90% of my stuff back from my flash drive since I only save it monthly. Takes about 20 minutes each time to transfer the updated files. Good luck getting caught up again for tomorrow!
SandeeAR 04:50 PM 02-13-2011
Haven't you got a copy from another child? Can you just take it to Office Depot, make a copy, white out the personal info and copy again and get a clean copy or two?
KEG123 06:57 PM 02-13-2011
Originally Posted by SandeeAR:
Haven't you got a copy from another child? Can you just take it to Office Depot, make a copy, white out the personal info and copy again and get a clean copy or two?
Thanks again Abigail.Haven't you got a copy from another child? Can you just take it to Office Depot, make a copy, white out the personal info and copy again and get a clean copy or two?
And to this, no I don't have another because I don't have any children yet. I'm brand spankin new.
Little People 03:30 AM 02-14-2011
Originally Posted by KEG123:
Thanks again Abigail.
And to this, no I don't have another because I don't have any children yet. I'm brand spankin new.
I went to Wal Mart and bought 10 folders and I copied all my handbooks, contracts etc. and I put then together and then I stapled a handbook (with Mrs. Lesia written on front) and I highlighted all the important things to cover. This way when I get a call for an interview all I have to do is, get a folder and my copy of handbook and my phone log paper (that I have all info on from phone conversation) and I am ready!! Thanks again Abigail.
And to this, no I don't have another because I don't have any children yet. I'm brand spankin new.
KEG123 04:11 AM 02-14-2011
Originally Posted by Little People:
I went to Wal Mart and bought 10 folders and I copied all my handbooks, contracts etc. and I put then together and then I stapled a handbook (with Mrs. Lesia written on front) and I highlighted all the important things to cover. This way when I get a call for an interview all I have to do is, get a folder and my copy of handbook and my phone log paper (that I have all info on from phone conversation) and I am ready!!
Good idea. Thanks.I went to Wal Mart and bought 10 folders and I copied all my handbooks, contracts etc. and I put then together and then I stapled a handbook (with Mrs. Lesia written on front) and I highlighted all the important things to cover. This way when I get a call for an interview all I have to do is, get a folder and my copy of handbook and my phone log paper (that I have all info on from phone conversation) and I am ready!!
SandeeAR 10:13 AM 02-14-2011
Originally Posted by KEG123:
Thanks again Abigail.
And to this, no I don't have another because I don't have any children yet. I'm brand spankin new.
Sorry, didn't realize you were totally new. I know most of us are so dependant on our computers, we overlook the obivious of having hard copies.Thanks again Abigail.
And to this, no I don't have another because I don't have any children yet. I'm brand spankin new.
cillybean83 10:49 AM 02-14-2011
I keep hard copy originals printed in red (because I"m a total ditz and would for sure hand out my originals at some point) and from time to time I just go to kinko's and run off copies if needed.
Abigail 08:49 PM 02-14-2011
Periodically I print out what I have to make sure I have a hard copy, but as I complete the documents I work on I made sure I print them and it's a sigh of relief. 
So far I'm...
95% done with my contract.
100% done with my holding contract. (Thanks Tom)
90% done with my policies handbook. (it's kind of long)
I have many other short documents (permission forms) I still need to create, but with me they need to be perfect so it takes awhile.
So far I'm...
95% done with my contract.
100% done with my holding contract. (Thanks Tom)
90% done with my policies handbook. (it's kind of long)
I have many other short documents (permission forms) I still need to create, but with me they need to be perfect so it takes awhile.