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<blockquote data-quote="hearts and roses" data-source="post: 124607" data-attributes="member: 2211"><p>When my difficult child was 10, I had to make some alterations to my work schedule so I could get her on & off the bus each day. The daycare situation was not working out for us anymore. </p><p> </p><p>I approached my boss and told him what was going on and what changes I needed to make in my schedule. I didn't tell him, but in my head I was prepared to be let go because mine was a full time job. </p><p> </p><p>My boss surprised me by making my hours flexible and allowing me to work from home. The company even paid for the cost of putting pcAnywhere on my computer so I could hook up to the office server (there are more advanced ways of doing this now). I cried I was relieved and pleased. After a few years I was able to go back to my old schedule. It was those early to middle years that difficult child really needed this change. </p><p> </p><p>I don't know what you do for a living or how flexible your company is in it's schedule policies, but is there a person/manager/HR person you could discuss this with who would be willing to work with you? I remember being so afraid to be put into a position where I was more reliant on H (then boyfriend) - I really enjoy having my independence, etc., like most people. There are a lot of federal laws that protect families who have to care for a child or elderly parent, depending on the size of the company. Also, you can check with your local Labor Department office and see what your rights are. But most of all, simply discussing it with a manager, etc., may be the best way to find a resolution that works for all of you. Best of luck. I know its so frustrating to be in the position!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hearts and roses, post: 124607, member: 2211"] When my difficult child was 10, I had to make some alterations to my work schedule so I could get her on & off the bus each day. The daycare situation was not working out for us anymore. I approached my boss and told him what was going on and what changes I needed to make in my schedule. I didn't tell him, but in my head I was prepared to be let go because mine was a full time job. My boss surprised me by making my hours flexible and allowing me to work from home. The company even paid for the cost of putting pcAnywhere on my computer so I could hook up to the office server (there are more advanced ways of doing this now). I cried I was relieved and pleased. After a few years I was able to go back to my old schedule. It was those early to middle years that difficult child really needed this change. I don't know what you do for a living or how flexible your company is in it's schedule policies, but is there a person/manager/HR person you could discuss this with who would be willing to work with you? I remember being so afraid to be put into a position where I was more reliant on H (then boyfriend) - I really enjoy having my independence, etc., like most people. There are a lot of federal laws that protect families who have to care for a child or elderly parent, depending on the size of the company. Also, you can check with your local Labor Department office and see what your rights are. But most of all, simply discussing it with a manager, etc., may be the best way to find a resolution that works for all of you. Best of luck. I know its so frustrating to be in the position! [/QUOTE]
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