Last Weeks Deposits

[torontokids]

I require 4 weeks notice and a 2 week deposit. If they don't provide one months notice they need to pay me for 4 weeks. I have never had an issue with it myself.

I think the options your friend has are to review the contract with the parent and let them know they are required to pay for 4 weeks of care (3 + deposit), if they are to return to care for the rest of the week then she requires payment tomorrow for the next 2 weeks (she already paid for this week, gave a 1 week deposit so owes for 2 weeks).

Putting someone in collections is cheaper/easier for you. They collect a percentage of the amount and do the work. Not sure if I would go that route or let it go though.