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 Why the Crisis Nursery?The purpose of the EPIC Crisis Nursery is to prevent child abuse and neglect. EPIC provides a structured, nurturing environment for young children and education for their family members. This typically includes: day care, nutritious meals, clothing, blankets, unconditional love and support, referrals to other community services, and 24-hour respite care (for up to 3 days at a time, 12 times per year); full mental health assessment, day treatment where appropriate, and developmentally focused care for children. Families reach out to the Crisis Nursery for any number of reasons, from needing to attend drug or alcohol counseling, to illness and/or hospitalization; to homelessness, domestic violence, or simply overwhelming stress in parenting. These concerned parents are trying to protect their children from the potentially harmful side effects of the crisis. The EPIC Crisis Nursery gives parents the assurance that their kids are safe and being cared for while the adults address their situation. How to contact the Crisis Nursery:For more information or to get help during the regular business day, call (509) 248-3950 ext. 426 or 428. Outside of the Yakima area, call toll-free, 1-800-748-8112. After business hours or on weekend, to access help, contact the on-call professional via our pager (509) 454-1016. |
 It's okay to ask for help!Sometimes as a parent, you just need a "time out" and someone to talk to. The EPIC Crisis Nursery understands. Parenting is a challenging job with long-term rewards, but all parents are only human. Getting help for yourself when you need it not only benefits you, it makes you a better parent in the long run. The professional staff at EPIC can be that safe place to bring your child, as well as your struggles and challenges. In instances where you might benefit from additional services, EPIC Crisis Nursery staff can assist in locating appropriate programs. Don't wait, call today. You and your kids will be glad you did! During regular business hours: (509) 248-3950 ext. 426 or 428. Toll-free: 1-800-748-8112. After hours, the on-call pager number is (509) 454-1016. |
 Positive parenting pointers from your child- Explain exactly what you want me to do. Remember I am small and can only do one thing at a time.
- Give me structure! When you are firm and clear with me, it makes me feel secure.
- Help me to form good habits. Catch me doing something right, and let me know about it right away. I rely on you to affirm my actions.
- Set limits. Don't be afraid to say no to me, I know quite well that I don't need everything I ask you for. Sometimes I will test you.
- Correct me in private when needed. I'll take much more notice if you talk quietly with me in private rather than in front of people.
- Praise me a lot when I do the right thing! I'll do a lot more good things when you notice me doing them!
- Take the extra time to help me solve my problems myself when possible. If you fix everything for me, how will I learn? Walk through it with me, but allow me to use the skills I have at this age.
- Be a good example. It's easier for me to learn if you model the behavior you want from me!
- Give me acceptable choices. I will make choices my entire life. Please help me to narrow down the options to the best 2 or 3, then let me decide.
- Pick your battles. Some things are not worth fighting about. Remember, I'm just a kid and will sometimes act like one. When it's appropriate, let me be me!
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