Pamm's House Blog

Are You A Professional Provider?

2012-02-06T07:55:00.000-07:00

Choosing to be a home child care provider is sometimes looked at outsiders as not a "real" career. Many people still refer to child care providers as "babysitters". To me, a babysitter is a teen or young adult looking to earn extra money, going to the family's house and looking after children for a few hours while the parents go out. A child care provider is someone who runs a business, it just happens to be a home-based business.

Home child care providers come in all kinds and styles. Some are very formal, while others are very casual. When I began child care I was a bit unorganized and very informal, which did not help my image. Thankfully, a few families gave me a chance to care for their children. As time went on I got better and better at being a professional.

At first I didn't care so much about my image (I mean business image, not so much my personal looks). But after thinking about it for a while, I realized it is important to come off as a professional business person, not just one who plays with children all day. Here is what I did:

Have written materials: Policies, contract, child information, holiday schedule, daily schedule, bite policy, common foods served, and more. Having things spelled out in print helps to prevent misunderstandings between provider and parents.
Have a clean, organized child care area. Make things organized and easy enough for the children to be able to clean up. If you make it too complicated or overcrowded with toys and things, it doesn't look good and it can cause the children to be confused and unfocused.
Give your child care business a name. Even a simple "Karen's Daycare" is better than no name. I chose "Pamm's House" because it is simple and even the little once can say it and grasp the meaning right away.
Dress professionally. If you answer the door in your robe each day, parents may wonder when you would have time to change your clothes or if you're serious about the day's work. If you wear sweats and a dirty t-shirt each day, it doesn't put off the best image. I chose to wear scrubs because they were comfortable and kept my regular clothes out of the daycare mess.
Offer a curriculum or at least have a plan for the day. Most of the time I used Plan B Curriculum, and parents appreciated I had a plan for each day.
Have a cleaning schedule. Rotate and clean your toys and break other housework down into manageable tasks. Don't forget your curb-appeal! That's the first impression of your home to everyone.
Set up good communication with your clients: Google Calendar, Blog, phone & texting, email, etc.

Those are just some ways to be more professional. Here's a link to the Difference Between A Babysitter And Daycare Provider.

Pamm

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Throwing Problem?

2012-01-30T07:43:00.000-07:00

Do you have a throwing problem in your childcare?

Every now and then I get a little one who constantly throws toys, cups, and anything they can get their hands on. I'm sure it's part of a curiosity stage.

I've found that giving them something they CAN throw and redirecting their attention to that helps dramatically. I always have soft balls and socks that I ball up for children to throw.

When I catch a child throwing something they should not throw, I say, "don't throw that, go find a soft ball." Most children soon begin seeking out the soft balls and socks without my reminders.

Pamm

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Is Nap Time Restful?

2012-01-23T06:10:00.000-07:00

There was a time in my child care that I had lost a peaceful nap time. Yes, the children were getting their nap, but it seemed I had no break in the day. I kept doing housework through nap time, forgot to eat lunch, and even had several parents coming to pick up their children during nap. I finally took a step back and decided to make sure I got a break as the children slept.

The first thing I did was make a strict rule that there are to be NO drop-offs or pick-ups during nap time. With this rule I know there will be no more door opening up, dogs barking, unsettled kids, etc. That already felt good. Parents understand and make sure they get their child to daycare before lunch and nap and picked up after nap time.

The next thing I did is to make sure I make myself a lunch as well as make myself sit down to eat it for at least 45 minutes to an hour--yes a whole hour of doing nothing but sitting. How can I afford that? Well, if I don't get that, I can barely make it through the rest of the day.

After the hour I sit, I try to do low-key activities like paperwork, check email, or even relax for the rest of the nap time.

I was snacking throughout the day and not eating a proper meal at lunch time. When I finally started making my lunches, I felt so much better; not like I was just trying to make it through a day, but like I have energy to get through it all. I have a web page with my Plan Ahead Lunches.

To get ready for nap, I darken the room and leave a TV on HGTV or music on. I learned never to keep it completely quiet for nap.

I insist all children stay on their beds throughout the entire nap time. Even if children wake earlier than the others, they know to stay on their beds and be quiet. Babies who have napped earlier in the day, entertain themselves with toys or in a swing or saucer. Nobody is neglected, just taught to entertain themselves for the duration of nap time.

Nap time is much more restful now for me as well as the children. I can get through each day because I've taken care of myself.

Pamm

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Check Your Attitude

2012-01-17T08:39:00.000-07:00

At one point I caught myself almost dreading each child's arrival. Not sure where that attitude came from, but I easily turned it around by doing one thing:

Greet each child's arrival with applause and saying, "Yeah, ______ is here!"

The other children quickly imitated my greeting and before I knew it, everyone applauds and welcomes each child with excitement.

It's an easy, quick and effective way to change your attitude. Try it!

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2012-01-13T07:53:00.003-07:00

Try our slideshow maker at Animoto.

Your toddlers can have fun, too!

Pamm's House Toddler Curriculum

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Going Paperless In Child Care

2012-01-10T06:54:00.000-07:00

A few years ago I realized we were in a digital world and worked to make my child care as paperless as possible. Here's how I eliminated as much paper as I could:

I ditched the paper copies of a monthly newsletter and started a blog. I found parents didn't even read my newsletter most of the time and I would see unread copies in a diaper bag or tossed in my driveway. The blog allows me to get the information to the parents in a timely matter and integrate fun posts about the children in with the informational posts and announcements. I use Blogger and set up my blog to email each parent directly each time I post, so I don't have to worry about if the parents are visiting the blog to read the posts. Here are examples of the types of posts:

Reminders of holiday closings two weeks before, then a few days before
Photos of the children doing various activities
Announcements
Reminders of policies and why I had those policies
Welcoming new children & saying goodbye to those leaving
Anything news or noteworthy

Instead of having one publication monthly, I blog on a weekly or even daily basis. I try for at least one post a week, but sometimes have up to five or six posts a week. Sitting down to write a newsletter took a good day or two, but writing blog posts takes less than a half hour (usually 10 minutes!) and I can work that into nap time or during my day somewhere. It seems easier to me and gets information to the parents in a timely manor.

I accept PayPal payments. I set up payment buttons on my website for either one-time payments or automatic payments. Most parents pay through automatic payments, making it carefree for both of us. There is a fee with these types of payments, but they are 100% tax deductible, so I keep track and deduct them at tax time. To me it's worth absorbing the cost to not have to go to the bank or handle cash. I have a PayPal debit card that I use to pay my bills with or withdraw cash.

Another payment service is ChildCarePay through Minute Menu Kids Pro. Their charge is $1 per transaction and you can choose to have the parent pay the fee or you pay the fee. I've used it before and it's a wonderful service!

Something else to look into is to have a parent set up an automatic deposit to your account if you have the same bank. I know of providers who have successfully done this, but I never looked into it.

I send receipts through email only. Using Minute Menu Kids Pro, I create a receipt that I save on my computer, then send as an email attachment. The parent can print it out if they need a hard copy, or print and bring to me if they need it signed. I tell parents they will get an end of they year receipt unless they ask for one. Most just need the end of the year receipt.

Even if you don't have Minute Menu Kids, you can create a receipt on your computer and save it as a PDF, then attach it in an email.

I learned to text! This may not fit into my "going paperless" theme, but it's a piece of technology that cannot be overlooked. At first I didn't think I needed texting, but as I went along, I now realize how it's a very important piece of communication I was missing out on! Many parents will text that they are running late or a piece of information they forgot to tell me at drop-off. I would rarely get a phone call with any of that information before, but with texting I get a whole lot more of the information I need.

As a side note, I also get a lot of communication from our own children this way, as well as communicate with my mom and mother-in-law! Yes, even my mom and my mother-in-law text!

I email digital photos weekly. I take many photos of the children daily, and email them to each parent weekly. We do not do worksheets or a lot of art work in my daycare. The photos show that the children are doing things, there is just no tangible evidence of their daily work, except the photos.

For a running diary of menus, activities, medicine given, bumps & bruises, cute things the children say, etc., I keep a calendar at Google Calendar for each family. You can make one calendar for each family that is private between you and the parent. I made a sample you can view here.

I began this calendar when I had a parent call, text, and email me all day long wanting updates. I set up a calendar, then started posting updates and told her the calendar is now the updates and not to call me all the time. It worked great! I like that parents can check the calendar on their smartphone or online. I tell parents that I try to update by nap time if I don't get to it before. It seems to work for everyone.

Even if parents do not check their calendars, I still update the calendars and use them as a record for myself. I have exported them and put them on a disc for long-term records. I always verbally update parents at pick-up, and the calendars serve as a written record of the updates.

I stopped giving out hard copies of my handbook and paperwork. I have a page on my website parents can visit to download it all. If a parent needs something in particular, I email that form to that parent.

When I have an interview, I give the link to the webpage, not any paperwork. Most parents print out the paperwork at home, fill it out, then bring it to me.

About the only thing I insist on having a paper copy of are the Enrollment Forms. I keep those in a file. They have to be filled out and signed by the parents.

But other than the Enrollment Forms, I look for ways to do things electronically. Not only does it seem easier for me to do things online and through my phone, but it's good for the environment, too.

Pamm

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What Holidays Are You Taking Off?

2012-01-07T08:28:00.000-07:00

What holidays are you taking off for 2012?

For many years I took as few holidays as I could. I think I was younger then. A couple of years ago I didn't take any holidays off between Christmas and Memorial Day. Way before Memorial Day I so much needed a break! After that, I decided to take off all holidays because I needed the day off to be the best child care provider I could be! Here's a 2012 holiday list.

January 2 -- New Years
January 16 -- Dr. Martian Luther King, Jr.
February 20 -- President's Day
April 6 -- Good Friday
May 28 -- Memorial Day
July 4 -- Independence Day
September 3 -- Labor Day
October 8 -- Columbus Day
November 12 -- Veteran's Day
November 22 & 28 -- Thanksgiving Day & day after
December 24 & 25 -- Christmas Eve & Christmas
December 31 & January 1, 2013 -- New Year's Eve & New Year's Day

You might consider also taking off Provider Appreciation Day on May 11, 2012 and your birthday.

I used to feel guilty about taking holidays off, but after that year with 5 months of no days off, I know I need the days off to be the best provider I can be. I give out the list at the first of the year and everyone knows way ahead of time of the daycare closing.

When I did stay open for most holidays, I would always have a few children in care and then find out later that of of the parents had the day off or that they could have made other arrangements for the child that day so I could have had the day off.

Over the past few years I notice the holiday time off comes just in time when I'm feeling burned out. I no longer feel guilty for closing!

Pamm

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Starting Out The New Year

2012-01-01T19:57:00.002-07:00

Do you have any goals for the new year?

Many make New Years Resolutions that quickly fade by the end of January. This is because many resolutions lack concrete, measurable goals.

Instead of making a broad subject resolution (I resolve to be a better parent or caregiver), consider making a specific goal (it is my goal to be a better parent by reading to the children for 20 minutes each night.)

What are your goals for 2012? Take a moment to write down one or more of your goals.

Pamm

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A New Calling

2011-11-20T05:45:00.001-07:00

For about a year I had wanted to close the daycare and look for other work. I do love caring for babies and toddlers, but it felt like that season in my life needed to come to an end. Daycare served its purpose during our children’s growing up years, but now we are empty-nesters. Twelve-plus years of changing diapers are enough for me.

For close to a year I applied to online blog writing jobs (got close a couple of times, but didn't get hired), applied to jobs in town and exhausted every possible career path I could think of. I know this economy is bad, but I was praying for a miracle. My heart is not in daycare anymore (at least on the watching kids end, I still love my website and my groups helping and connecting child care providers!) When exploring possibilities I even dreamed of moving back to Los Angeles where Hubby and I met, or maybe to the California coast. I looked for jobs there, but knowing Hubby would never agree to move to LA (maybe he would the coast?) I was looking for an at-home job, mostly. We left LA because we didn't want to raise our kids in the big city. Hubby went back a few times since we moved away and always came to the conclusion that he wouldn't live there again. I didn’t share my LA dream, just kept it a daydream.

In August, out of the blue, Hubby asked if I would be willing to move to LA. I was very puzzled and excited at the same time! Did we have the same dream? He then tells me he felt a strong calling to contact our former employer and ask for work. Because of health issues, Hubby has not worked since 1999! Over the past few years his health has improved a lot, he's lost close to 80 pounds and he's been feeling great! He feels he needs to contribute to the household income in some way.

Old MMA Castle Building

Our former employer is Motivational Media Assemblies (MMA). They put on assemblies for schools--the big 3-screen kind using modern movie clips and popular music, all put together telling kids to make good choices. We both started out as technicians (traveling and putting on assemblies) when we were in our young 20s (1987-89). After our tours we both ended up working in the office scheduling the assemblies and that's where we met. We got married; I got pregnant and was so sick I couldn't work. At that point we knew we couldn't make it on one income in the city and didn't want to raise our kids in the city so we moved to my hometown.

When our kids were around 6 and 8 yrs. old and we were homeschooling, we thought it would be a great idea to take our kids on a tour with MMA, so we did for half a year and it was an AWESOME experience for them and us. Our kids experienced so much. We lived in Arizona then, and took a tour of New England. Between the schools, visiting relatives, and the sights it was great.

Old 10-Projector Set-up and

Kathleen, my first touring partner

Hubby contacted Motivational Media and had an interview at the beginning of September. He went to LA and assessed if he wanted to and could live there (he said yes!). The interview went great, but Jim (the president) didn't give any concrete answers. For one thing this guy is busy, busy, busy! He's the one that puts the shows together, raises sponsorship to bring the shows to schools, and even puts on shows when there isn't a team to do it. He travels all the time. I think he needed time to think about it.

It was a long month waiting for an answer, but by the end of September we found out the answer is yes, Jim has jobs for us both! MMA is structured much different now. We are a team that tours AND schedules its own shows. They have no team managers, schedulers, production people, or any office personnel but one secretary. Jim puts the shows together himself. It has moved out of the castle building into a small office space in another building.

New MMA Office Entrance

The shows themselves are still awesome and much easier to run!!! Instead of the 10 projectors we had in the past, there are only 3 digital projectors. The show messages are still effective and powerful: don’t drink and drive, no distractive driving, be a leader, make good choices, healthy eating, etc. It’s all wrapped in modern movie clips and music the kids know and love.

New, easier set-up!

Personally, we had to make a lot of changes and sacrifices to do this. A big reason we are doing this is it is more than a job; it’s a ministry to the school children of the US.

I continued daycare through October, and then closed it all together. It was harder than I thought to say goodbye to everyone. It was emotionally draining. I still miss the little ones! The income from the daycare got so low that I had to sell items on eBay just to continue to pay our bills. It was a miracle every month toward the end that we were able to pay our bills at all.

We sold everything possible but our bed, my desk, family photos and memorabilia, and just the few things we would need to get started in a small apartment. We put everything in storage except what we would need for about three months. To get us started, we are staying in a room in a house in LA. It’s temporary until we build our tour then we will get an apartment.

We had to re-home of our dogs :(. It would not have been best for them to keep them, with so much travel. They needed to be in a loving home where their families could take care of them all the time. I miss them dearly and we both tear-up when we see photos of them, still!

Emotionally, it has been a big adjustment. After years and years of caring for babies, toddlers, our own children, dogs, a house, etc. …..it has been brought down to what we could fit in our car and taking care of ourselves! It’s quite a lifestyle shock! I keep thinking I have to go take care of someone somewhere.

I am so glad we did this, even though it is a big change. Hubby has come alive with his new job. He enjoys communicating with the kids (we have a team of school kids help us set up the huge screens), he loves talking with the contact people at the schools (principals, PTA, teachers, etc.), and he likes talking to people on the phone and scheduling the shows. After several years of his health issues preventing him from doing much, it’s so good to see him come alive! I love this job just as much, but take a quieter role behind the scenes, just where I like it.

Next month we will have been married 22 years (in a row!). We have worked together most of those years. That’s just what is comfortable to us. Our new jobs are allowing us to enjoy each other more.

We are praying that our tour is a success. You can help—we need leads to schools or groups (such as ASB groups, leadership groups, or clubs) who would be interested in the program. It’s well received by kids (and adults) of all ages. If a school or group can’t afford the program itself, there are some funding options to help them get the show and we can help find that.

Please email me at pclark@motivationalmedia.org if you think of a school or group who would like the show. There are materials and leadership programs that go with the assembly that can make it a year-long event, not just an assembly program.

We also sell a leadership and character curricula suitable for school-age children. It’s called Leadership in the Movies and Character in the Movies. Each DVD has several clips from current movies, then a two-page discussion guide to go with each clip.

In the meantime, I’m continuing on with my website (pammshouse.com) and my online groups and social media ministry to child care providers and parents. Praise God that I am allowed to continue His work through me that He has built up, and that I am also able to begin a new adventure.

Where God guides, He provides!

As far as this blog--I will continue to write posts suitable for parents and child care providers once or twice a month, so stay tuned . . .

Pamm

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Pamm's House Child Care Closed

2011-10-28T03:32:00.000-07:00

It is with a heavy heart that Pamm's House Child Care is closed for good.

It has been my pleasure to serve the families of Lake Havasu City for the past 13 years. I will greatly miss the babies, toddlers and their parents.

Pamm's House website, curriculum, and social network ministry will continue on. Please stay connected.

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Closed Columbus Day

2011-10-01T05:47:00.001-07:00

Pamm's House will be CLOSED

Monday, October 10

in observance of

Columbus Day

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Watermelon Season!

2011-09-16T08:16:00.000-07:00

Oh the joys of watermelon season!!!

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Library Day

2011-09-14T08:08:00.000-07:00

Library Day is a favorite.

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Paperwork

2011-09-12T08:06:00.000-07:00

Everyone enjoys paperwork time.

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New Toys!

2011-09-11T08:02:00.003-07:00

Thanks to a donation, Monday will start off with new toys! We have a housekeeping area:

Waiting for Monday! See you then :)

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2011-08-29T08:40:00.001-07:00

Pamm's House will be closed

Monday, September 5th

Have a safe and happy Labor Day Weekend!

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Calendar Changes

2011-08-10T07:15:00.003-07:00

I am making a slight change with the Pamm's House Calendar system. We will still have your individual calendar which I have invited you to when you signed on at Pamm's House. It is private and there I will record any pertinent information specific to your child such as medicine given, behavior issues, and general observations.

As far as our daily menus and activities, they will be recorded on this Daily calendar (below) available to everyone. From the bottom, right button on calendar below you can add this calendar to your Google Calendars you already own, so they are all in one place.

Another way to view this calendar is on this Pamm's House Calendar Page.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Pamm

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Five Ways To Save On Groceries

2011-08-07T06:58:00.002-07:00

It seems every family is trying to cut corners anywhere they can. Although you cannot cut out your grocery bill completely, you can take a look at how you're spending your grocery dollars. Implementing just one or two saving strategies per week can reap big savings with a little time and effort.

1. Sign up for a store loyalty card
It's simple, just give your name and address and they give you card that will save you money at their store. Most are even in "key tag" form you attach it to your keys so you won't even have to think about remembering to bring it and smartphones have apps where you can input the card information and show it at the check-stand.

Besides the obvious saving money at the register, many store cards have other perks such as online coupons you can attach to your card and/or coupons they mail to your home based on your frequent purchases.

2. Look for the Unit Price, rather than the over-all price.

Comparing unit prices can be eye-opening. If you look at the price per ounce or per unit in a package often differ more than you think. Sometimes packages labeled "Family Size" or "Giant" turn out to be more per unit than if you opted for the regular size.

Example: A box of cereal in two different sizes
24 ounce $2.99 = 12 cents per ounce
36 ounce $3.99 = 11 cents per ounce

Even though you are spending more on the bigger box, you are getting more for your money. Don't be afraid to take a calculator with you to check the unit prices by dividing the cost of the item by the number of units (or ounces).

3. Use coupons

You don't have to go extreme about it, but every little bit helps. Even paying attention to the coupons they have on the shelves at the store can make a little difference. You can find coupons in the Sunday newspaper and even online.

You can make your coupons have a bigger impact by coupling them with a sale on the item. Don't forget to go online to your store's site and look for any coupons you can attach to your store loyalty card or to check if they have any other offers that could save on your groceries.

4. Look for markdowns and buy the store brand

In my favorite grocery store I know just where they put the marked down meat, bakery, and other items. I spend a lot of time in that little corner of the store, saving 25% to 50% and more. I rarely pay full price for a loaf of bread anymore, and I have found great deals on cheese and meat. The only catch is that these items need to be used or frozen within a few days of purchase.

Surprisingly, the store brand is as good or better than the name brand. Many store brands are made along side the name brand (check out this Consumer Reports article).

5. Look for a food box program in your area

Look in your community for a food box program. We have The Treasure Box and Angel Food Ministries are wide spread. These programs offer a box of food worth $65 to $80 for around $30. Buying a box or two each month can stretch your grocery dollars.

Pamm

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Private Concert

2011-08-05T06:55:00.003-07:00

Having Caleb Home means private concerts!

The children love live music. I think it becomes even more meaningful when it's live music!

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Busy Hands = Busy Minds

2011-08-03T06:45:00.001-07:00

Busy Hands = Busy Minds

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Summer Snowman

2011-08-01T06:43:00.001-07:00

You have to get creative when you want to build a snowman in Lake Havasu:

Pamm

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Treasure Boxes

2011-07-31T10:28:00.000-07:00

All I can say is "What a Blessing!" I picked up our Treasure Box food boxes yesterday. I oreded two boxes: Kids Box and Simply Enough.

The Kids box is full of kid-friendly foods: popcorn chicken, mini tacos, mini burgers, pizza, burritos, balogna, pasta, smiley fries, mac-n-cheese, turkey hot dogs, and more!

The Simply Enough Box has pizza, ham, peas, sweet potatoes, spring rolls, chicken meal, boneless/skinless chicken breasts and more!

This program is a blessing. There's a lot more processed foods than I am used to, but spread out over the month, I don't think it will be that bad. The value is definitely there! I will order again!

If you don't have The Treasure Box in your area, you may have Angel Food Ministries.

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The Best Teachers . . .

2011-07-22T07:21:00.001-07:00

. . . are friends!

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Welcome . . .

2011-07-20T07:18:00.001-07:00

. . . William and Elizabeth!

We're happy to have you!

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The Treasure Box

2011-07-18T06:58:00.013-07:00

Have you heard about the food box program called The Treasure Box? It's available here in Havasu, and in California, Arizona, and Nevada locations.

This is a monthly program where you can purchase a box of food valued at $60-$85 for $32 per box (you can purchase as many boxes as you like). They have a basic food box with a variety of items (and even include recipes!), then they offer other options such as a Protein Box, Kid Box, and even individual meals. You can view this month's menus Here. The basic food box is enough to feed a family of 4 lunches and dinner for about a week (or an individual for about a month)! Can you feed your family for $32/week?

For this month, you have until Wednesday, July 20th to place your order (online or in person at Calvary Chapel on Acoma if you're in Havasu and you prefer to pay with cash), and then you will pick up your box(es) on July 30th between 3pm and 4:30pm. The complete deliver schedule is Here.

For more information, watch the video Here and browse around the website and order your box! You can sign up for their email newsletter and reminders, too.

Note: This is available to EVERYONE! There are no income or other requirements, just purchase and pick up. Great for anyone on a budget, older people on Social Security, those who want to save money, and just anyone.

If it's not available in your area, check out Angel Food Ministries, they are more widely available, with the same concept.

Pamm

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