Updated Dec. 31, 2020 As you think about how your facility will deal with the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), it is important to work with your local health officials, school districts, child care licensing boards/bodies, child care accreditation bodies, health consultants, and other community partners to determine the most appropriate plan and action. This document is meant to help administrators create emergency operations plans and tailor them to your communityÕs level of transmission.

General Preparedness and Planning -- If Your Child Care Program Remains Open -- Social Distancing Strategies -- Parent Drop-Off and Pickup -- Screen Children Upon Arrival -- Clean and Disinfect -- Caring for Infants and Toddlers -- Healthy Hand Hygiene Behavior -- Food Preparation and Meal Service -- Vulnerable/High Risk Groups -- Other Resources.

Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library collection