Is your household headed back to school this month?

Summer for houseparents can look quite different depending on your employer and the specifics of your job. Some organizations operate as residential schools with a traditional summer break for students and houseparents, while many others provide consistent care year-round, with students receiving academic instruction off-campus during the school year.

Regardless of what your summer was like as a houseparent and what “back-to-school” means where you are, this time of year can feel like a fresh start for both children and caregivers. New notebooks, sharp pencils, and cooler temperatures represent transition and with it, personal growth.

If you’re a houseparent looking to add some structure to your new routine, houseparent.com is happy to provide a free download that can be used as a chore chart or even a helpful visual routine—for each child in your home environment. Simply download, print, and fill out with the name of the child and the tasks you plan for them to complete each day of the week.

Click here to download a blank Chore Chart!

As any houseparent will tell you, routine is critical to a positive and empowering home environment. We hope you enjoy the download, and here’s to a successful school year!