My name is Tasha Raye Ryan and I have been a Massachusetts Licensed Family Childcare Provider since December of 1990.  I offer integrated childcare in my home, a “home away from home” atmosphere, in Haverhill, MA for children age newborn – 16 years; over 30 years experience in caring for both typical children and children with varying needs. I am certified in CPR, First Aid, and MACC (Medication Administration in Child Care), I am a CNA and a CHHA, with experience and special training in various learning, developmental, social-emotional, and medical needs (including, but not limited to, Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disability, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Asperger Syndrome, Tourette Syndrome, ADHD, PTSD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety/ Depression, Epilepsy, Juvenile Diabetes, CHARGE Syndrome, Hearing and Visual disabilities, Asthma, and a number of severe allergies including food, medication, latex and environmental).

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I am a wife to Jim ~ a proud mother of three grown children, Ashleigh, Justin, and Joshua ~  and a doting grandmother to four amazing little ones, Mark, Stella, Jackson, and Anita.  I began my journey in early childhood as a Nanny.  After the birth of my daughter, the family I was caring for agreed to bring their son to my home and my business grew from there.  Based in Methuen at that time, Dependable Kid Care saw many children pass through our doors, most of whom I am still in contact with today.  After the birth of my first son, Dependable Kid Care moved to our current location in 1994 and has been proudly serving families from Haverhill and the Merrimack Valley ever since.  I have been very fortunate to have been able to stay home with my children and grandchildren.  I have also been blessed to have had a hand in helping to raise hundreds of other people’s children over 30 years.  Open and honest communication and trust are undoubtedly two of the most important factors in childcare.  I want you and your child to feel comfortable in my home and I want you to know that when you go to work that your most precious gift is in capable and loving hands!!!

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I am an active member of the FCCA (Family Child Care Association of the Merrimack Valley), The Massachusetts Association for the Education of Young Children (MAAEYC) and The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). I am a Pillar Provider through Neighbor Schools. 

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I am involved in my community and I am affiliated with a number of local charitable organizations, such as, Ozzie’s Kids, It's In the Bag, The Mitten Tree, and Liam Nation. Personally and through Dependable Kid Care, I participate in a number of local charitable events.  I funded a scholarship, through the Valley Patriot BASH 2018, in honor of local tow-truck driver, Dan Coady, who was killed in the line of duty, the recipients were two young ladies from No Andover to further their educations. I also organized and hosted a large fundraiser in 2014 for one of my daycare families “Tricia’s Pink Ribbon Fund” where we raised over $6500 that went directly to the family.  I am very passionate about helping others and paying it forward and always try to encourage others to do the same.