Although it causes no symptoms, high blood pressure boosts the risks of leading killers such as heart attack and stroke, as well as aneurysms, cognitive decline, and kidney failure. Twenty-eight percent of Americans have high blood pressure and don't know it, according to the American Heart Association.
It depends on what the alternatives are. My kids are 6 and 8 and go over to their cousin's grandmother's house with their cousin after school or on off days. The daycare they used to go to, though (and still attend in the summertime) had kids up to 12 years old. Why don't you talk to the parents of some of his friends and see what their kids do, and if they have any suggestions.
Our programs offer enriching learning opportunities in a fun environment for maturing school-age children. This includes before-school and after-school care, back-up or emergency care for school holidays and closings, and exciting summer day camp programs for children up to age 12. Please contact a local center to check availability of before- and after-school programs.