When school’s out (but you still need to work), you can count on KinderCare to provide your children with a safe and supportive environment focused on fun. Are you excited about summer yet? KinderCare is! And our One Epic Summer program will give your children a school break to remember.
Summer at KinderCare offers the simplest way for the whole family to get the most out of the season. Every weekday while school’s out, children up to 12 years old can enjoy fun themes and activities while you work. KinderCare will make sure they have a blast. In any given week, children might be exploring circus science, diving into the world of marine mammals or making up their own versions of a mixed-up fairy tale. Boredom isn’t a thing here — and friendships and laughter are guaranteed.
Ask your center director about the themes planned. KinderCare summers are open to all, whether you’re already a KinderCare family or just joining. Busy summer schedules are a little easier when you know your children will be happy and safe. Space is limited, so save your child’s spot today.
For more than 50 years, KinderCare has provided safe, nurturing care for children. With more than 1,500 learning centers at worksites and in communities, KinderCare is dedicated to quality education that helps children grow and thrive.
MTA Benefits has partnered with KinderCare to provide member families with access to affordable child care with safe, nurturing classrooms. As a member, you save 10 percent on tuition at KinderCare Learning Centers.
To find a center near you, visit www.kindercare.com/mta or call 888.525.2780. New and current families are eligible for the discount. Please present proof of MTA membership to the center director.
ElderBenefit: A free resource to care for your loved ones
The coronavirus pandemic has made us focus on the care of loved ones — and it has many of us thinking about our own senior family members’ safety at home. Being proactive about care needs is the key to being prepared for a time such as this.
Knowing what to look for is the first step in determining whether a senior could use a little more help at home or whether it’s time to transition your loved one into a senior living situation.
What to look for in evaluating safety:
- Changes in medical condition. Has your senior family member received a recent diagnosis of disease, injury or illness that affects his or her ability to function on a daily basis?
- Driving. Sometimes vision, hearing or reflexes are impaired with age. Physical changes increase the odds of a senior getting into a car accident.
- Food/Nutrition. Well-balanced nutritional meals are essential for good health. Take note if you find expiring food in the refrigerator or see any weight changes.
- Hygiene. Overall personal appearance and general cleanliness are good indicators, as is the cleanliness of bedding, towels and clothing.
- Behavior. Showing anxiousness, irritability, depression or acute memory loss can be a sign that care may be needed — either immediately or soon.
- Daily tasks. When daily tasks become challenging or more time-consuming, essential activities may not be completed. For example, being able to pay the bills, check the mail and maintain a safe home environment are crucial factors for retaining independence.
- Medication. Not being able to manage medications — including dosage, frequency and changes to prescriptions — can lead to dangerous situations. Making sure that a senior can manage medications should be a priority.
- Overall home safety. Evaluating the risk of falls and maintaining the overall safety of your loved one’s home should be routine tasks. Throw rugs and electrical cords near walking paths increase the chances of a fall. Routine safety checks should include making sure that appliances are turned off when not in use, candles and cigarettes are extinguished, and all doors and windows are locked.
If your concerns involve even one of these issues, it may be time to take a more active role in your loved one’s life. The ElderBenefit program available through MTA Benefits includes guidance on obtaining community resources for yourself, a parent, a grandparent or any other family member. ElderBenefit by CarePatrol can help your family find in-home caregivers, senior living communities, elder law attorneys, financial planners, home modification companies and more. This is a free benefit for MTA members. For more information, visit www.elderbenefit.com/mtabenefits or call 866.423.9877.
All program and pricing information was current at the time of publication (April 2020) and is subject to change without notice. To find out what may have changed, please call MTA Benefits at 800.336.0990.
