The Center Shall develop and implement a written policy and procedure that describes how the center will “ensure” that each group of children receives care by consistent staff or team of staff members. Pg. 24 F.

While it's our goal to provide consistent staff in every classroom, the reality is that there are times that this may not be possible. We don't agree with providing the department, with a written policy that will “ensure” consistent care in every class.  While certainly the goal, it's burdensome, to ensure this and, be in compliance, with this standard at all time. We will try to ensure or attempt to provide consistent staff whenever possible, but don't believe we should be written up at times when this is not possible. We would like to see this proposed regulation striken. 

The Virginia Department of Planning and Budget Economic Impact Anaysis states that, "While this consistency of care undoubtedly benefites children in care, who are then able to formable bonds with their caregivers, staff turnover rates of about 30% for childcare workers would severely impede licensee's ability to meet this proposed new requirement." ?

Thank you.

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