Allergy Information

ALLERGIES, DIET RESTRICTIONS, AND DIET MODIFICATIONS

State Regulations require that children with known allergies and/or special eating or nutritional needs will have an Individual Child Care Program Plan (ICCP) developed with the child’s parents and physician. The ICCP will be maintained in the child’s file at the NELC. The plan must be updated annually or following any changes made to allergy-related information in the child’s record. Allergy information and medication will be available at all times, including on-site and when on field trips.

MEDICATION

Non-Prescription Medications
Written permission from the parent is required for the administration of any non-prescription medication such as Tylenol, Benadryl, skin lotions, cough drops and lip balm. These will be administered according to the manufacturer's instructions unless written instructions are provided by a dentist or physician.  In addition, a signed authorization from the parent or guardian is also required. 

Prescription Medications
For prescription medications to be administered, the NELC will follow written instructions from a physician or dentist before administering.  Signed authorization from the parent or guardian is also required.  The pharmacy label on a bottle constitutes the prescription. 

Medications must be kept in their original container and be properly and legibly labeled with the child's full name and current prescription information. By state law, we can administer only medicine prescribed for the child in the labeled and dated prescription bottle. Medication will be kept out of the reach of the children in a secure location in the classroom or refrigerator (if required). 

• Medications will not be given after the expiration date and unused portion will be returned to the child's parent.
• Parent must state dosage, time and duration the medication is to be given.  Parents should inform staff of the last time the medication was given.

• Please do not send medicine with your child to keep in their backpack for self-medication.  This includes medicines such as cough drops, lip balm and inhalers.