Crisis Nursery of Scott and Carver Counties

HOW WE HELP

Crisis Nursery:

Crisis Nursery is here to support families 24/7 during this stressful time. If you need someone to talk to, are looking for resources or are in need of care for your children please contact us at 651-322-3485. Our ability to provide childcare is based on our providers having openings in their programs and may be limited during this time, but we will do our best! We know that caring for a child is difficult on a good day and these are stressful times! Please don’t hesitate to reach out and always remember….“Asking for Help is a Sign of Strength”

Crisis Nursery advocates are available to help seven days a week on our 24-hour helpline at 612-839-5101.

Pedir ayuda es una señal de fortaleza! Los defensores de Crisis Nursery están disponibles los siete días de la semana en nuestra línea de ayuda las 24 horas al 612-839-5101.

You do not need to be a parent to call for support or information, but only parents or legal guardians may arrange for Crisis Nursery child care, if needed.

During a call to our helpline, a Crisis Nursery advocate will listen and help determine immediate child care needs and other needs a family may have. If someone just needs to talk, our advocates are here to listen and to provide support and information.

Before a Crisis Nursery child care placement can occur, a parent or legal guardian may need to meet with a Crisis Nursery advocate to fill out paperwork. This can take place at home, work, in our office, or in a public place such as a restaurant.

Services provided are 100% voluntary and confidential. All our Crisis Nursery advocates and child care providers are mandated to report suspected child abuse or neglect.

There are no income requirements and there is no cost to families. If Crisis Nursery child care is arranged, transportation to and from child care are the responsibility of the parent/guardian.

The Crisis Nursery offers support, information, and short-term temporary child care for all children ages 0-12 who live in Scott and Carver Counties. We do not discriminate.

Care is provided by a network of licensed child care providers. The Crisis Nursery is not a drop-off center. We are a CAP Agency program and are not affiliated with the county.

Parents Helping Parents:

Parenting is a hard job and can be overwhelming. Some families may need a safe place for a child while working through a crisis or emergency. Some parents may be frustrated with a baby’s crying or a child’s behavior and they don’t know what to do.

If you are in need of support or interested in learning more about our programs, please contact Arely at Amendez@capagency.org or 952-402-9830. Stay tuned for our upcoming fall/winter schedule.

DO YOU HAVE A HEART FOR CHILDREN?

Crisis Nursery needs licensed child care and foster care providers in Scott and Carver Counties. We especially need providers where calls are most concentrated in Shakopee, Savage, Prior Lake and Chaska. Hourly and overnight stipends are provided.

Throughout the year, Crisis Nursery advocates provide diapers, clothing, books and toys to families during home visits. Donations are greatly appreciated!

List of current needed donations- Diapers, Wipes, new baby and children’s clothing, board books.

If you are able to support families through any of these opportunities, please call or text the Crisis Nursery Coordinator at 612-839-5101 or crisisnursery@capagency.org.