Description: Shepherd’s Fold began in October 1990 as a ministry of our church to provide quality, affordable child care in a safe, nurturing Christian environment for parents who work outside the home or go to school. Unlike the public school system, there are no restrictions on prayer, Bible stories, and sharing the Gospel message. Shepherd’s Fold currently uses the Faith Alive curriculum published by Concordia, as well as many other age-appropriate learning activities. Since its beginning, Shepherd’s Fold has served hundreds of children. This is the first place for many of these children to hear the Gospel message. Shepherd’s Fold currently offers care for infants through age 5 and works with DES to help families who need subsidized child care. We also serve hot meals for breakfast and dinner as a way to ensure all children in our care are receiving nutritious and well-balanced meals. Our children are the future of our country. Research consistently shows that the first three years of a child’s life are critical for future learning and for social and emotional well-being. Our ministry through Shepherd’s Fold is an important one. Please pray for it regularly.
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| Survey Date | Date Corrected | Rule/Statute | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | Article 3 | R9-5-301.B.2. |
| Findings: Based on review of staff files, as well as staff interviews, the Surveyors determined that on occasion Staff 1 has acted in the capacity of a teacher-caregiver without supervision. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | article 3 | R9-5-303.A |
| Findings: Based on review of required postings Surveyor 1 noted that the name of the facility Director had not been updated as required. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | article 3 | R9-5-304.B.1-9. |
| Findings: Based on review of Emergency, Information and Immunization Record (EIIR) cards Surveyor 2 noted the following: -Child 1's card did not document the date of enrollment as required. -Child 2's card did not document the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | article 3 | R9-5-306.A.1. |
| Findings: Based on review of sign in and sign out records Surveyor 2 noted the following: -Child 3 was signed out without a signature on July 27 - July 30, 2021, only the time was documented. -Child 4 was not signed out as required on July 09, 2021. -Child 5 was signed in with only the time noted on July 19, 2021, a signature was not documented. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | article 3 | R9-5-309.C.1.2. |
| Findings: Surveyor 2 noted that a current gas inspection report was not available to view as required. *Please send documentation of a current gas inspection to the Department as soon as possible* | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | article 4 | R9-5-401.3. |
| Findings: Based on staff interviews, as well as review of staff files, the Surveyors determined that Staff 1 has acted in the capacity of a teacher-caregiver, but was not qualified to do so based on their age, education level, and lack of previous child care experience. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | Article 5 | R9-5-501.A.2. |
| Findings: During the inspection Surveyor 1 noted that the water cups were placed on a high shelf, and were not accessible to the seven children in the One's classroom. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | article 5 | R9-5-501.C.5.a-k. |
| Findings: Surveyor 1 noted that the posted Lesson Plans were not current in the following rooms: -One's (dated July 26 - August 06, 2021) -Two's (dated August 02 - August 13, 2021) | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | article 5 | R9-5-509.C.14 |
| Findings: Based on review of EIIR cards and required postings Surveyor 1 noted that Child 6's modified diet was not posted as required in the facility kitchen. *The deficiency was corrected during the inspection* | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | Article 5 | R9-5-510.A.4. |
| Findings: Based on staff interviews, as well as written documents, the Surveyors determined the following: -On the morning of August 09, 2021, Staff 1 was holding Child 6 by the arm while diffusing a disagreement between the child and another classmate in the Three/Four's classroom. While Staff 1 was holding the arm of Child 6, the child dropped to the floor, and began crying. Child 6 was examined at a medical facility later that day, but no injuries were noted. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | Article 5 | R9-5-512.D. |
| Findings: Surveyor 1 observed a toilet that contained toilet paper and urine in a restroom located in the main interior hallway. *The deficiency was corrected during the inspection* | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | Article 5 | R9-5-516.B.3.a-f. |
| Findings: Based on review of medications Surveyor 2 noted the following: -Child 7's medication consent form did not document an end date of authorization. -Child 8's medication consent form did not document the prescription number for the child's medication. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | Article 6 | R9-5-603.C.2. |
| Findings: Surveyor 1 observed weeds that were present in the outdoor activity area used by enrolled children. | |||
| 2021-08-27 | 2021-09-15 | Article 6 | R9-5-605.B.1. |
| Findings: The Surveyors noted that a large gray cabinet was partially blocking the double doors that exit from the large Pre-K classroom. | |||
| 2020-08-12 | 2020-08-21 | article 3 | R9-5-304.B.1-9. |
| Findings: Based on review of Emergency, Information and Immunization Record (EIIR) cards the Team Leader noted the following: -Child 1's card did not document the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. -Child 2's card did not document the name of the individual to be contacted in case of injury or sudden illness of the child. | |||
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Currently the Director deserves closer scrutiny, as well as some of the employees. The Pastor of the church, board members, and Child Protective Services should do surprise visits to ensure daycare workers are not short with children. Also workers need better supervision to ensure they are providing educational development for children, NOT just sitting around half asleep. It may be a good idea if the health department pays this Daycare a visit. The Director requires admonishment about nepotism, her son is her employee. The Director requires counseling. It appears that she failed to properly train her assistant, which was let go after little service at the Daycare. Now it appears the Director's son may take that position.