Handout #3
Why Family Child Care Homes are Vulnerable to Disasters n
Young age of children in care
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Most providers work alone
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any providers have family members in M home who must also be protected
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ost have limited income and may not M be able to afford needed insurance
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Emergency services may not be aware children are in the home
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Provider’s place of business is also his or her home
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