Crisis Nursery

Safe, Free Childcare When You Need It Most

Life can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to face it alone.
Our Crisis Nurseries offer free, short-term childcare for children ages 0–11 when caregivers need a safe place to turn. Whether you need time to rest, attend an appointment, or manage an emergency, our nurseries provide care, comfort, and peace of mind.

How It Works

Getting started takes a few steps, and our staff will guide you through the process.

Step 1: Create a Brightwheel Account
Tap below to open Brightwheel, our secure app for registration and check-in.
When you click the button below, you’ll see a sign-in screen.

• Already have an account? Sign in.

• New? Tap “Don’t have an account?” to create one.
  Then complete your child’s registration forms before your first visit.

• More than one child?
  Complete the Parent & First Child packet first, then fill out an Additional Child packet for each sibling.

Need help? Call 385-231-1209 and we’ll walk you through it.

Step 2. Schedule Care
Once you’re registered, call 385-231-1209 to schedule your first visit. Our team will confirm your child’s spot and answer any questions.

Step 3. Drop Off & Check In
Bring your child and a photo ID to your appointment. We’ll take it from there.

Nursery care is available for children ages 0–11. Visits are always free and can last up to 72 hours, depending on need.

When to Call Us

Parents and caregivers use our nurseries when they need short-term, safe childcare—especially during stressful or unexpected situations. You can call when:

• You need time for an appointment or urgent errand

• You’re managing a family, housing, or health emergency

• Your regular childcare is closed or unavailable

• You simply need a few hours to rest and regroup

You don’t need to be in crisis to reach out. A short break can make all the difference.

Our nurseries are designed for short-term support, not ongoing daily care. We’re here to help fill the gaps when you need it most.

Our Locations and Hours

*Nurseries are closed on certain holidays and training days. Please call or see below for dates closed.
*Las guarderías están cerrados durante ciertos días feriados y de entrenamiento. Por favor llame o consulte la lista a continuación para conocer las fechas cerradas.

What to Expect

Our nurseries are renovated homes tucked in quiet residential neighborhoods—warm, welcoming spaces designed to feel safe and familiar.

When you arrive, you’ll check in with staff and share any information about your child’s needs or routine. During their stay, children enjoy healthy snacks and meals, creative play, and caring attention from experienced staff who know how to support kids through all kinds of emotions and situations.

Before you leave, our team will let you know how your child’s visit went—what they played with, how they felt, and any little moments worth sharing.

We want every child to feel cared for, and every parent to leave knowing their child was safe, nurtured, and seen.

Our Impact

Since 1977, the Family Support Center has provided more than one million hours of free childcare, helping families across Utah stay safe, strong, and connected.