Does anyone know of a daycare that will take kids with disabilities?

Question

We live in Lubbock, Tx and I am having a hard time finding daycare for my daughter who has Autism...people seem freaked out by it...and please no mean posts...I am trying to go to nursing school, and I need afterschool care for her..

Answer 1

I do not live in TX, but I have a child with autsim as well.  Do you have a caseworker for your child?  If you do you should be able to find a nursing company (in home aide) that will come to your house and provide care for your child.  This is paid for via medicaid or insurance or state subsidies.  Go to a local support group for autism and talk to other parents.  It is important to have a network of other parents in your area who can point you in the correct direction.

Answer 2

I have worked at the YMCA childcare and at Kindercare and both take children with disabilities.

I havent seen any kids with autism while working there but we did have a few kids with CP and with downsyndrome.

I am sure they would take a child with Autism.

you may also want to check out www.autismspeaks.com  they can offer financial support for autism services such as line therapy.

go here for a list of afterschool programs in TX that cater to autistic kids.  http://www.autismspeaks.org/community/fs...

I have also been a line therapist with wisconsin early autism project.  They may have a similar program in TX.    www.wiautism.com

Good Luck in your search

and good for you for wanting the best for your child.

Answer 3

ask a local doctor they will probably know, some places will care very much, and some places are not so great, so do not be afraid to ask what they think

Answer 4

I am really sorry to hear that your daughter has this. I"m not sure of any specific centers but I know in TX around Killeen/Ft Hood Austin Area there are centers that specialize in care for disabled children. If you go to your county office they might be able to refer a few. I know through Scott & White they offer programs as well.

Answer 5

Do you have respite services? If so, you can hire someone to pick her up from school and watch her at home.

Answer 6

Headstart prefers kids with disabilities. They will take all who qualify, but  disabilities are at the top of the list.

I have had both my children here and they are wonderful.

And they are FREE