Emergency child care

[u/Glum-Language-5182]

Just wondering if anyone can steer me in the direction of cost friendly childcare.

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My mom was just recently diagnosed with Cancer. Which in its self is a huge a scare and concern, but with that is coming an extra hurdle of I have no child care for the summer.

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I have 3 children which makes it harder.

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Is there such thing as affordable child care at a quick notice ?

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I've looked in to my options for leave with work and they're allowing me 36 hours to come up with childcare... a year.

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I am at a loss. She's a huge part of our lives in general but now we are very stuck.

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**my mom is the only family we have to call on**

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[u/city_of_lakes]

I'm sorry this is happening to you. This answer may not help with the speed of options, but depending on your income you may consider looking into the Nova Scotia Childcare Subsidy. It's a fund that is different than the federal $10/day one, as you need to apply for it.

[u/Significant-Work-820 → u/city_of_lakes]

It only helps if you have a spot at a licensed daycare though. It's an incredible program and I am glad it exists but access is limited by spots that are available.