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[mickyc]

Not true Rachel. It is all about how you write your contract. I do the same thing (renew my contract yearly). In my contract I have a part that states that I will update the contract yearly and supply each family member with a new copy. They do not have to sign anymore as I now email it out to each family so that I have proof that it was sent. I also state that any major changes (like fee changes) would be given 6 months notice. So families would have lots of time to find alternate care and still give their 3 weeks notice that I require.

It is all how your contract is worded. No you cannot just change the terms whenever you feel the need, you must give proper notice but given proper notice a family can then decide if they want to stay or go but they still need to give you the proper notice as well.