Bearly Sick is a childcare program for mildly ill children, open to St. Joseph's/Candler employees, children of our business partners and other working parents. At Bearly Sick, your child receives special attention for minor illnesses such as a cold or the flu.

Children ages 3 months to 14 years of age who are too sick to go to school or daycare are welcome. While meals and snacks are included in the fee, diapers, formula, medications, bottles and other personal items must be brought from home. Immunization records are required to be up to date and on file, so please bring a copy with you. Please check to see if your employer is a participating business.

Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (except on holidays)

Contact Us
Candler Hospital, next to the Pediatric Unit (on 5 North)
(912) 819-7382

Registration is required by calling Bearly Sick at (912) 819-7382, during business hours, or after-hours by calling the pediatric nurses' station at (912) 819-6215. A nominal fee may apply.