Feeling Really Used.

[Suzie_Homemaker]

What is the biggest benefit in everyone's opinion....of having a contract .....

There is no chance of misunderstanding.
Parent is clear what service is being provided, when and for how much.
No dispute about closed days, stat days, vacations days, sick days.
Paid notice period
Transparency
Everyone knows where stand on every situation and not have to rely on memory.
Verbal is okay for 10 mins after said but in 3 weeks time or 3 months time, parent not remember all that said verbally.
No contract means can't go back and show client that they agreed to two weeks off (paid or not), or they agreed not to bring sick kids, or show up early or pick up on time or late fees.
Can't prove anything.
Also, sometimes things misunderstood. Parent thinks statement mean one thing. Provider really mean something else. Contract gives exact details and if need be, shows third party (Judge) exactly what was agreed.

Contract might be pain to deal with but first time you need it, so worthwhile. Everyone think contract not needed but when things go wrong, they very worthwhile for all.