Emergency Preparedness For Maryland's Child Care and Informal Provider Programs
This resource is funded by and for the benefit of the Maryland State Department of Education.
Emergency Plans
Important Information
- The emergency plan form is a fillable PDF. Make sure you download the form to your computer before filling it out otherwise it will not save your information.
- Once you submit your plan, we will review it for approval. It can take us up to 3 weeks to review your emergency plan.
- Look for an email from us about your plan:
- We will email you if your plan has been approved.
- We will email you if your plan needs edits, updates, or changes.
- Check your junk/spam folder as emails from us often end up there.
Plan Approval Tools
Are you ready to complete your emergency plan?
Licensed Providers
If you are a licensed Family Child Care Provider or work at a licensed Child Care Center, fill out the form below.
Informal Providers
If you are an informal provider who has an approved care arrangement and a Provider ID, fill out the form below.
Submit Your Emergency Plan
Click the button below to submit your emergency plan.
Questions?
If you have questions, need assistance, or want to get in touch with us, submit a request for help here.
Resources
Prepare
Be ready for emergencies and disasters. Find resources on what you can do before they occur and ensure you have a plan in place.
Respond
Find information on what to do in the event of an emergency or disaster. These resources can help you complete an emergency plan that will help you act quickly.
Recover
Get information that will help you get back on your feet after an emergency and disaster and find resources that offer support.
Additional Links
Checklists
Are You Ready? Emergency Preparedness for Infant and Toddler Providers
Guidelines for Supporting Breastfeeding Infants During Emergencies
Child Care Aware of America Emergency Supply Kit
Sesame Street Family Emergency Kit
Safety Checklist and Planning Tool for Active Play Areas
Click below to find more emergency preparedness resources
Have questions about your emergency plan?
We can help! Use the form to request one-on-one support.