Daycare reopens months after car slams into building

DAYTON — A daycare is open for business after a car crashes into the business.

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News Center 7 previously reported that a car slammed into LaDonna Miller’s home on Prescott Avenue on August 11.

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“My emotions were all over the place,” Miller said.

As reported on News Center 7 at 5:30, she runs a state-recognized daycare out of the home, but on that day closed to prepare for the new school year.

“I just think things happen for a reason, especially on that day,” Miller said.

She got a call on her ring camera from a neighbor saying a car was in her house.

The crash destroyed her daycare’s playroom, causing her to shut her doors until Oct. 18.

Miller said she is waiting for insurance to reimburse her.

She has been paying for repairs and employees for the last two months — costing her around $48,000 out of pocket.

Miller said it was hard on the parents who rely on her for childcare.

She is glad she can help them out again.

“The best feeling ever is to be back in the environment of helping my kids,” Miller said.

She said they have open enrollment still for families looking for daycare.

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