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Child Care Licensing and Performance Standards for Family Day Care Homes

Alabama Ala. Admin. Code r. 660-5-25 2005
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Alabama Department of Human Resources
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Source AgencyAlabama Department of Human Resources
Last Updated2026-08-12
Last Verified2026-08-12
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Official Source URL https://dhr.alabama.gov/child-care/licensing-overview/ Link Unconfirmed — this source may not match this law

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Summary

Sets health and safety standards for family-based childcare settings, including requirements for handling and administering medications.

Full Description

Similar to center-based standards, these regulations for family day care homes require written consent from parents for all medications. Providers must ensure medications are stored safely and that every dose administered is documented with specific details including dosage and time. The regulation also covers general emergency preparedness and the maintenance of child health records to ensure safety during respiratory or other medical emergencies.

Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It

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Children and adults living with asthma.

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