May 2024

Here's "The Scoop!"

TA Tip: Care for the Caregiver

Provider Appreciation Day is formally celebrated once a year and we think every day is Provider Appreciation Day! You are appreciated by so many families, children, business leaders and your community. Your contributions towards developing healthy children and families are immeasurable.  



It is easy to give people suggestions on ways in which they can show their appreciation for someone, but do you stop to think of how you can treat yourself to a little self-appreciation? If not, plan to start making it a good habit! 

You can show yourself the appreciation you need and deserve by intentionally planning for a little “You time”. Check out this article to find some easy and no-money fun tips to give yourself the attention you need and deserve. “Self-care is important. A little "you time" goes a long way!”    

This moment of gratitude was graciously shared by Julie Choiniere, 

Training and Technical Assistance Specialist

Child Care Aware of NH is here to assist you! To learn more about how we can support your Preschool Practices, please refer to our Services and Supports Guide.

Resources for Providers

Self-care may not be the first thing that comes to mind when most people think of dealing with trauma. As an educator, your focus is first and foremost on the children you teach. You also work with family members to support children’s learning goals. You carve out time as needed to work with specialists who support the children, team with colleagues, meet with supervisors, and interact with members of the community.



You devote a lot of time, energy, and professional responsibilities to many other people, but you may not devote enough time to yourself.

Even in “normal” conditions, child care providers have high stress and highly active jobs. To ensure emotional wellness, providers need to be intentional in protecting their emotional wellness. Further, providers can help children to manage their stress by incorporating mindfulness into their daily activities.

Resources for Families

Here are some ideas and materials to help you say, “Thank You” to your child care provider on May 10th!

• Coloring Pages – print and have your children color and take to their provider.

• Social Media – post on your social media accounts and tag your provider. 

• Videos and Images – take a picture of your child(ren) holding a “Thank You” sign or record a video of your family saying “Thank You”. Print it, post it on social media, or text it to your provider.

Child Care Aware of NH is a Child Care Resource and Referral Program of Southern New Hampshire Services. The preparation of this (report, document, etc.) was financed under a Contract with the State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, with funds provided in part by the State of New Hampshire and/or such other funding sources as were available or required, e.g., the United States Department of Health and Human Services.