Valuable Childminders for My Precious One Justify Higher Expenditure
In the heart of a caring family, a thoughtful process unfolds as they seek a new babysitter for their 12-year-old daughter, Angel, who has Angelman syndrome. The family, who have trusted babysitters Sydney and Rachel for years, are considering a new face—someone who currently babysits for Angie, a dear friend. This potential candidate has shown promise in her care for children, having gained 9 years of experience, including practical work with children who have autism, ADHD, and visual impairments. The family's approach to finding the right babysitter is similar to hiring a great employee. They value this role highly, understanding that it provides them with the confidence they need when they are away. The selection process begins with a face-to-face meeting at home, where the potential babysitter is introduced to Angel and given a tour of the house, focusing on Angel's room and favourite toys. The family also demonstrates how Angel communicates using a device during the meeting. To assess the connection between the child and the potential babysitter, the meeting is scheduled when Angel is not sleepy or overstimulated. Playtime and snack time are used as opportunities to observe how the candidate might engage with Angel. The family also values open communication, using phone conversations to gauge the comfort level of the potential babysitter in caring for a child with special needs. This is crucial, as caring for a child with Angelman syndrome can be overwhelming and not suitable for everyone. The individual's current babysitter is looking for more work, and the family's husband has recommended the potential candidate. The writer, in her search for a great babysitter, has also invited other potential candidates to their home for a trial run. This trial run is seen as on-the-job training, where the potential babysitter is modelled the routine, including helping Angel navigate stairs and transition for bathroom breaks. The family believes they have found a good fit in the recommended candidate. They value the candidate's experience, especially since she has been caring for other children since she was in high school. In this journey of finding the perfect babysitter, the family also extends a warm welcome to new potential babysitters with a greeting card that introduces Angel and Angelman syndrome. This thoughtful gesture aims to support the potential babysitters as they embark on this rewarding role.
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