CDC and CDH

[buttercup627]

Do any of you ladies know what the rules are in base housing about babysitting children or nannying?

Im active and one of the marine's husbands said he'd watch my little girl during the day. I just want everything to be on the up and up. Any knowledge would be really appreciated

[afwifey4510]

I know the cdc has to do a home inspection for them to label it a day care provider and for them to legally get paid for it. They have to go through CPR classes and what not. Also, HE would have to contact the housing office and make them aware of his business.

[buttercup627]

What if he was going to be watching her at my house since I already have everything set up? Would they be inspecting my place? Would we have to pay taxes on his salary?

I think the cpr classes are a good idea, shes a toddlerand gets into everything.

I feel stupid for not knowing more about this but my last nanny was an older woman that only accepted cash. But she's moving to be closer to her son and his family

Quoting afwifey4510:

I know the cdc has to do a home inspection for them to label it a day care provider and for them to legally get paid for it. They have to go through CPR classes and what not. Also, HE would have to contact the housing office and make them aware of his business.

[betsyfaith]

Its going to depend on where you are, BC it has to be compliant with state laws. Generally, if a person is watching 1 child theres not much fuss, its when they have several kids in their care

[buttercup627]

Ok it's just going to be mine. I dont have much left to my contract either so it's not going to be for very long either. I just dont want any one in trouble or getting booted out of housing

Quoting betsyfaith:

Its going to depend on where you are, BC it has to be compliant with state laws. Generally, if a person is watching 1 child theres not much fuss, its when they have several kids in their care

[afwifey4510]

If it's just going to be your kid, I wouldn't worry about all that because most baby sitters work under the table. I would however suggest having him take an infant CPR class, just to be safe.

Quoting buttercup627:

Ok it's just going to be mine. I dont have much left to my contract either so it's not going to be for very long either. I just dont want any one in trouble or getting booted out of housing

Quoting betsyfaith:

Its going to depend on where you are, BC it has to be compliant with state laws. Generally, if a person is watching 1 child theres not much fuss, its when they have several kids in their care

[jas_momof2]

You need to call the CDC and your housing office if you're on base.  That whole "one child" thing does not apply when you're on base.  Their housing, their rules...

[usmclife58]

Quoting jas_momof2:

You need to call the CDC and your housing office if you're on base.  That whole "one child" thing does not apply when you're on base.  Their housing, their rules...

[sailorwifenmom]

Most of the bases we've been at have usually had a policy that said that if it was over 10 hours a week and it was in the sitter's home then it's no longer babysitting, it's a home day care and they have to comply with the requirements for that base's home day care certifications. But if it's less than that or in your (the child's) home that doesn't apply.

BUT - it would probably be a good idea to double check with the CDC / your housing office to make sure. As far as the taxes - I have no idea, sorry!

[Apollos82]

I once had a parent hire me almost full time, at their home. While it wasn't on base, so I cannot speak to that topic, I can tell you that they simply had me sign a release form
Saying that, as their employee, I was responsible for my own taxes, both state and federal. It worked well for us and was completely legal according to state laws.

Good luck.

[seraphimsong]

This is what we were told as well. Of its over 10 hours a week you have to follow the same rules/regulations as FCC or CDC

Quoting sailorwifenmom:

Most of the bases we've been at have usually had a policy that said that if it was over 10 hours a week and it was in the sitter's home then it's no longer babysitting, it's a home day care and they have to comply with the requirements for that base's home day care certifications. But if it's less than that or in your (the child's) home that doesn't apply.



BUT - it would probably be a good idea to double check with the CDC / your housing office to make sure. As far as the taxes - I have no idea, sorry!