[Eva]

My biggest worry is that I or a co-worker would make a mistake that would jeopardize a child’s physical or emotional well being and diminish trust with the caregivers and child.

[Maria Bernal]

What is your biggest worry about keeping children healthy and safe?

– I have several worries about children’s health such as child abuse and neglect. Poor treatment of children or bullying at school is a high risk of suffering psychological problems in the future, such as depression, anxiety disorders and suicidal thoughts.

[Durva P]

My biggest worry is the sociopolitical condition of the United States right now and how institutions consisting of larger groups of kids are at risk of gun violence. This fear can be countered by getting a better understanding of the security procedures we have in place at our facilities.

[Chloe]

My biggest worry is about allergens. With so many different staff members, it can be hard to stay on top of food allergens, especially for little kids who are more likely to want to grab things from each others plates. Environmental allergens like latex are also tricky because these objects are so commonplace.

[Isabella]

My biggest worry about keeping children safe is the increase we have seen with gun violence, especially at schools. It is very scary and it’s hard to not worry. My other worry is that I will not be able to act quickly enough in a fast moving, critical situation.

[Habiibo Saneey]

My biggest worry about keeping children healthy and safe is the ever-evolving landscape of risks and challenges they face in today’s world. From the potential dangers of technology to the complexities of navigating social interactions, ensuring their well-being requires a vigilant and adaptable approach. It’s concerning how external factors like environmental changes and unforeseen global events can impact children’s health and safety. To address these worries, it’s crucial to stay informed, continuously update safety protocols, and foster open communication with parents and caregivers to collectively navigate these challenges and provide the best possible care for children.

[Corey]

My biggest fear in terms of keeping children safe is physical violence- whether it’s peer-to-peer abuse, abuse within families, or abuse from outsiders.

[Stephanie]

My biggest concern for keeping children safe is the world. Unfortunately, school shootings have happened regardless of age, child predators are around and abuse happens. You never really know what someone around you is capable of.

[Mandy Hung]

When we have kids that can hit on impulse, it makes me worry that I didn’t stop them in time and other children are serously hurt.

[Jayhla tatro]

My biggest worry is them being bullied by other kids

[Karen Henderson]

My biggest worry is keeping the child safe and free from harm. I want to ensure that the child does not get hurt if at all possible. I worry about health especially during flu season and Covid.

[Kim Arman]

Having a combination of young children in full-time care and school-aged children doing before and after school care and bringing head colds into the facility.

[Rubi Ruelas]

What is your biggest worry about keeping children healthy and safe?

My biggest worry is about not knowing about the child’s physical well-being, medications, and allergies. What I want to learn, is how to address this area, and what resources I need to ensure the child gets the proper care.

[Kaydence Meikle]

I have a couple worries, one being I am worried that the children in my care will get majorly hurt and I won’t know how to help them. My second worry is that a child will be showing signs if serious sickness bigger than a cold or flu, and I won’t recognize the symptoms and I won’t do anything about it.

[Jessica]

My biggest fear keeping kids healthy and safe is that they end up hurt or sick. While I cant control of they get sick or fall down, I can control the safety and sanitization of the room.