Carmen Casado
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-06-01 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: There are hot wheel cars with wheels less than 1 inch in diameter and thumb tacks on a shelf in the childcare space accessible to the children still placing objects in their mouths. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The hot wheel cars were removed from the childcare space. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.117(c) - Vet's certificate required | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.117(c) Description: Vet's certificate required Noncompliance Area: The facility dog Cookie who was present and in the childcare room with the children and staff during the inspection does not have a current rabies vaccination on file. The rabies vaccination on file expired on 5/30/25. Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All of Cookie's records and vaccinations are on file and will remain at the facility. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3) Description: Services provided Noncompliance Area: Child # 2 has not had a child service report completed in over 6 months since 12/26/24. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A child service report for child # 2 was completed and on file. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.181(a) - Each child | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.181(a) Description: Each child Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 enrolled and attending the facility for two weeks the operator reported does not have a file. Correction Required: An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility. TIERD LIS: 1. Child # 1 will have a complete file as required by the DHS state guidelines and regulations from time of enrollment. This portion of the plan will have an immediate correction date. 2. The operator, director or person who is responsible for recordkeeping will participate in a scheduled TA session with the certification representative to view the DHS vodcast regarding children's files. This portion of the plan shall have a date by which the certification rep and the operator can watch and discuss the DHS vodcast together. Corrected 3/16/26 3. Facility operator will send the NE regional office certification representative complete files for all new children enrolled at the facility, including but not limited to the completed emergency contact form and fee agreement before the newly enrolled child's first day of care. This portion of the plan will be completed at a minimum of 3 months after the plan of correction is accepted by the NE regional certification staff. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator acknowledges that a 4-year-old child was attending the daycare without a complete child file on record. Effective immediately, the child referenced in the inspection report is no longer attending the daycare. The operator has informed the parent that the child cannot return until all required documentation is completed and on file, including: · Child enrollment paperwork· Emergency contact information· Health records and immunization documentation· Any other documentation required by PA childcare regulations. Facility operator and cert rep will have TA onsite at facility and review the vodcast together onsite at the facility on March 16, 2026. Files will be sent for new enrollments to rep as soon as they are enrolled. Currently no new enrollments have come but will be sent to rep up until 3/16/26. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: Child # 2 has not had their fee agreement or emergency contact forms reviewed in over six months since 1/10/25. Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child # 2 had their fee agreement and emergency contact form reviewed and dated on 12/13/25. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.191 - Individual Records | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.191 Description: Individual Records Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection on 12/8/25, Facility staff # 1was working alone with a child at reps' arrival to the facility for the renewal inspection. Facility staff # 1 reported also living in the residence since November 2025 and does not have a file. Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person. TIERED LIS: 1. Facility staff #1 will not provide care or have access to any child until a complete file is provided to the Northeast regional office certification representative and the staff file is approved. This portion of the plan has an immediate correction date from the time the file is received, reviewed and approved by the Northeast regional office staff. 2. All new facility staff will have a complete file at time of hire. All new hire files will be submitted to the Northeast regional office certification representative to be reviewed before the new hire begins working with children at the facility. For a 3-month period, all new hire files will be submitted to the Northeast regional office certification representative to be reviewed before a new hire begins working with children. This portion of the plan will have a completion date with a minimum of 3 months after the plan of correction is approved by the regional office staff. 3. Certification representative will do multiple unannounced visits over the next three months at the facility to ensure children are supervised by an approved staff person. This will have a correction date three months out from the approved plan of correction from provider. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator acknowledges that leaving the facility while children were present created a serious safety concern. Effective immediately, the operator will not leave the facility unless: · A fully approved, cleared, and trained staff member is present and responsible for supervision, and · Staff-child ratios are maintained in accordance with PA regulations. Personal items such as cell phones will remain accessible to staff at all times for emergency communication. No new hires have been hired or working at facility. Facility staff will not be present in the home during childcare hours until all clearances are on file for facility staff # 1. Correction is immediate as clearances were sent for facility staff # 1. Unannounced visits will take place at facility and operator will inform rep if they close any day, they are scheduled to be open for childcare. To be corrected immediately. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, facility staff # 1 who was caring for child # 1 alone reported to certification rep that they have been living in the residence since November 2025 and have no clearances on file. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Staff #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Facility Staff # 1 will not be at the residence while childcare is taking place at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The operator acknowledges that an unapproved adult, Migdalia Cuadrado, was present and provided care during the inspection. Effective immediately, no individual wil be permitted to provide care or supervision to children unless they are an approved staff member with all required documentation on file. The operator has begun the process of formally hiring Migdalia Cuadrado as an employee of the daycare. The operator is taking all necessary steps to ensure full compliance with Pennsylvania childcare regulations by obtaining the following required clearances and documentation prior to her providing any care:· Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check· Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance· FBI Fingerprinting / Federal Criminal History Clearance· Health assessment and TB screening· Staff file documentation as required by OCDEL. Additionally, Migdalia Cuadrado will complete all mandatory staff trainings, including but not limited to: · Health and safety training requirements· Orientation training· Ongoing professional development through the Keystone STARS program Until all clearances, background checks, and required trainings are completed and verified, Migdalia Cuadrado will not be left alone with children nor counted in staff child ratios. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.64(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, there is toxic cleaning spray on the shelf in the childcare room accessible to the children on the top shelf. There is also toxic hand sanitizer on the window ledge between the childcare room and kitchen accessible to the children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All toxics were moved to a locked closet not accessible to the children. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.69 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.69 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the kitchen did not have a gate up and in place and the kitchen stove does not have a stove guard on it. The kitchen is accessible to the children, and a child was in the kitchen during the inspection. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider purchased and installed a new child safety gate, so the children do not have access to the kitchen stove. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.74(a) - Requirements | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.74(a) Description: Requirements Noncompliance Area: There is a steak knife on the kitchen counter in the kitchen accessible to the children. There is a large glass vase on the shelf in the childcare room that is accessible to the children. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All glass and knives were moved to areas inaccessible to the children. |
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| 2025-12-08 | Renewal | 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: Facility operator has not tested the fire alarms in over 30 days from 10/3/25 to 11/3/25. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator tested the alarms and documented it. Operator is marking the days on a calendar to make sure its within 30 days and testing at least 2 times a month. |
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| 2024-12-23 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3) Description: Services provided Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 has not had a child service report completed in over 6 months since time of enrollment. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A child service report was completed and signed by the child's parent on 12/24/24. |
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| 2024-12-23 | Renewal | 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 does not have signed consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child # 1 has signed consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid. |
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| 2024-12-23 | Renewal | 3290.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.182(6) Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 does not have signed consent for walking excursions. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child # 1 has signed consent for walking excursions. |
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| 2024-12-23 | Renewal | 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: Facility alarms were not tested in over 30 days from 10/3/24 to 11/3/24. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility alarms were tested and could be heard on all levels on 12/23/24. |
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| 2023-12-15 | Renewal | 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.24(d) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have documentation of emergency drills being conducted annually. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency drill will be conducted with the children and documented on the emergency drill log which the certification representative sent. |
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| 2023-12-15 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.64(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, outside in the children's playhouse, there was numerous gallons of paint. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children will not use the playhouse until the gallons of paint are removed. Weather permitting, walks around the block will occur in the meantime. |
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| 2023-12-15 | Renewal | 3290.64(c) - Toxic plants not permitted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.64(c) Description: Toxic plants not permitted Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there were Pothos plants hanging in the kitchen which were accessible to children. Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Pothos plants will be removed and placed in the basement. |
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| 2023-12-15 | Renewal | 3290.74(a) - Requirements | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.74(a) Description: Requirements Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there was a large glass fish tank on a metal stand leaning against the outdoor playhouse posing a falling hazard to the children. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fish tank will be removed from the children's play yard. Children will go on walks in the meantime while waiting on removal of the tank. |
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| 2022-12-14 | Renewal | 3290.117(c) - Vet's certificate required | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.117(c) Description: Vet's certificate required Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, the dog, Cookie, did not have a current rabies vaccination on file. Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I have emailed a photo of Cookies (The Dog) Current Rabies Vaccination On File to my Inspector. |
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| 2022-12-14 | Renewal | 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2) Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, child #1 did not have an updated health assessment on file within the past 12 months. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I have provided the parent with an updated health assessment form to be filled out by their primary care provider asap! Awaiting return as his appointment is upcoming. |
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| 2022-12-14 | Renewal | 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.24(d) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, the operator did not have documentation of emergency drills being conducted annually. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To make all changes needed to avoid violation or other actions due to missing requirements or lack of maintenance. I have emailed Emergency Drill Logs to my Inspector. |
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| 2022-12-14 | Renewal | 3290.72 - Emergency Numbers Posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.72 Description: Emergency Numbers Posted Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted in the facility. Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To make all changes needed to avoid violation or other actions due to missing requirements or lack of maintenance. I have emailed a photo of the Emergency Phone Numbers List now posted up and visablly to my Inspector. |
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| 2021-12-22 | Renewal | 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2) Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the health report on file for child #1 was dated 1-22-18 and should have been updated again on 1-22-19. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The health report will be updated and placed in the file. |
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| 2021-12-22 | Renewal | 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2 and 3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent signature for administration of minor first aid and emergency medical care will be added to the emergency contact form for child #2 and 3. |
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| 2021-12-22 | Renewal | 3290.22(b) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.22(b) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have verification that the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office Correction Required: The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The provider will give the the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office |
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| 2021-12-22 | Renewal | 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, accommodations for toddlers was missing from the emergency plan. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The provider will send the emergency plan to local and county emergency management agencies once updated. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Accommodations for toddlers in the event of an emergency was added to the emergency plan and will be sent to the local and county emergency management agencies. |
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| 2021-12-22 | Renewal | 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.24(d) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there was no verification of emergency drills being conducted. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency drill/shelter in place drills will occur and will be documented. |
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| 2021-11-24 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: An inspection report from Allentown Health Bureau's visit on 11-10-21 was viewed. The report stated that Staff #1 did not have a completed current PA State Police clearance or a completed current NSOR certificate on file and was required to stop operation of the family child care. During the complaint investigation conducted on 11-24-21, it was verified that the PA State Police clearance was obtained on 11-22-21 showing there was no current clearance at the time of the Allentown Health Bureau inspection and a period of time where no current clearances were on file. There was no completed NSOR on file during the complaint investigation on 11-24-21 and three children were in care. The provider was required to stop operation at the end of the business day on 11-24-21 until completed clearances are obtained. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I mailed the application for Child Abuse clearances and NSOR certificates. I received the clearances by mail. |
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| 2021-11-24 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: An inspection report from Allentown Health Bureau's visit on 11-10-21 was viewed. The report stated that Staff #1 did not have a completed current PA State Police clearance or a completed current NSOR certificate on file and was required to stop operation of the family child care. During the complaint investigation conducted on 11-24-21, it was verified that the PA State Police clearance was obtained on 11-22-21 showing there was no current clearance at the time of the Allentown Health Bureau inspection and a period of time where no current clearances were on file. There was no completed NSOR on file during the complaint investigation on 11-24-21 and three children were in care. The provider was required to stop operation at the end of the business day on 11-24-21 until completed clearances are obtained. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. STAFF PERSON #1 MAY NOT OPERATE A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME UNTIL COMPLETED CLEARANCES ARE OBTAINED AND VIEWED BY DHS. APPROVAL FROM DHS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE OPERATOR ON WHEN TO RE-OPEN. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will not operate until clearances are received and reviewed by DHS and Allentown Health Bureau. |
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| 2021-11-24 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5) Description: Evacuation routes posted Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, evacuation routes were not posted on each floor of the home. Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I posted evacuation maps on each floor. |
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| 2020-01-09 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(1)/3290.123(a)(6) - Amount of fee/Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 & # 2 do not have dates of admission or fee amounts listed on their fee agreements. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The date of admission and fee amounts were added to child # 1 & # 2's fee agreements. In the future the operator will ensure they are added at the time of the child's enrollment. |
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| 2020-01-09 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.124(b)(6) - Written consent/Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 & # 2 do not have health insurance policy numbers on file . Child # 1 & # 2 do not have signed consent for emergency medical care. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Health insurance policy numbers will be on file for child # 1 & # 2 ASAP. Consents will be signed for child # 1 & # 2 for emergency medical care ASAP. In the future the operator will ensure all health insurance policy information and emergency medical care consents will be completed and on file at the time of a child's enrollment. |
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| 2020-01-09 | Renewal | 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child # 2 has been enrolled and attending facility for more than 60 days since 10/14/19 and does not have a health assessment on file. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will suspend child at facility until a health assessment is on file. In the future the operator will ensure all health assessments are on file within 60 days from time of enrollment. |
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| 2020-01-09 | Renewal | 3290.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There is an unlabeled bottle for a child at facility. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bottle was labeled. In the future the operator will ensure bottles are labeled daily. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Mats are not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children's mats has been labeled with a number and a list has been prepared to match the number and the children's name. In the future, the rest equipment will be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.106 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Provider admitted the thermometer in the refrigerator is not operable. The thermometer listed 60 F. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45 F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A new thermometer was purchased and placed in the refrigerator. In the future, operator will ensure that the thermometer is in working conditions at all times by checking thermometer daily. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child 1 has been enrolled for more than 6 months and does not have an updated child service report on file. Child 1's last child service report was 12/27/17. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3290.124(e). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child 1 has completed the child service report. In the future, operator will choose December and June to update the child service report for all children and a copy will place in the child's record and a copy will be given to the parent. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information for children 2, 3, and 4 do not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child 2, 3, and 4 has completed the Emergency Contact form. In the future, the emergency contact form will be check for completeness and accuracy and will ensure parent completes all information needed. Emergency contact information will include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child can be released. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact forms and fee agreements for children 1, 2, 3 and 4 have not been updated within 6 months. Last updates for all four children's fee agreements and emergency contact forms was 12/29/17. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the informationA parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child 1, 2, 3, and 4 has updated the emergency contact and fee agreements forms. In the future, parents will update emergency contact and fee agreement in December and June. Forms will be check for completeness and accuracy by the operator. Changes to emergency contact and fee agreement will required parents to fill out a new form. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.24(b)/3290.24(f) - Plan reviewed/updated annually/Copy to county EMA | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Emergency plan on file is dated 1/8/18. There is no proof that emergency plan was reviewed for 2017. Staff 1 admitted emergency plan has not been sent to local emergency management agency. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan. The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the county emergency management agency. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Emergency Plan was revised and waiting for Emergency Management Office signature to be completed on 12/31/18. In the future, the Emergency Plan will be review, sign and dated annually by the Provider. The operator will send a copy of the emergency plan to the Emergency Management Office if there are any changes |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Staff 2 has lived in the house since 2015 and does not have proof of request for state police clearance nor a completed clearance on file. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff 2 has completed the State Police Clearance. In the future, the operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 regulation, and will maintain a record of all clearances on file. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the bathroom, inspector observed 4 exposed electrical outlets to the right side of the sink that are accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. In the kitchen, inspector observed 2 exposed electrical outlets to the right side of the sink that are accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. At time of inspection, child 1 was in care. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The exposed electrical outlet in the bathroom and the kitchen has been covered with a protective cap. In the future, operator will ensure that all electrical outlet have protective caps at all times by checking every morning before children arrive and in the evening after all children leave. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the bathroom, inspector observed glade air freshener above the toilet and Clorox spray in the unlocked cabinet under the sink. Both are labeled keep out of reach of children and both are accessible. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All toxic materials in the bathroom has been removed and placed in a lock storage. In the future, operator will ensure that all toxics will be kept in a locked storage and inaccessible to children and will be store away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In the kitchen on the wall by the table, inspector observed peeling plaster on the wall. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The peeled paint in the kitchen will be repaired on 12/29/18. In the future, operator will ensure that peeled or damage paint/plaster will be repaired immediately. |
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| 2018-12-21 | Renewal | 3290.94(c) - Four times a year | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Provider completed 1 fire drill for 2018. Date on fire drill is 12/6/18. Correction Required: Fire evacuation drills shall be conducted at least four times a year. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire drill will be conducted every three months. In the future, operator will ensure that Fire Drills are conducted four times a year. |
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| 2017-02-10 | Renewal | 3290.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There is a couch in the child care area that is ripped in several areas and has foam exposed; thus it cannot be sanitized properly. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The areas of exposed foam were covered with tape and a blanket. The couch will be disposed of. In the future, monthly safety inspections of the facility will be conducted and all areas will be addressed as needed. |
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| 2017-02-10 | Renewal | 3290.123(a)(3)/3290.123(a)(6) - Services provided/Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: There are no Child Service reports on file for the four children who are currently enrolled. The agreement does not have the admission date listed for Child #1. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3290.124(e). An agreement shall specify the date of the child`s admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child Service reports will be completed for the four children who are currently enrolled. In the future, Child Service reports will be completed every six months for all enrolled children. The admission date will be added to the agreement for Child #1. In the future, all agreements will be completed in full at the time of enrollment. |
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| 2017-02-10 | Renewal | 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information does not include the health insurance policy number for all four children who are currently enrolled. The health insurance coverage information is not included for Child #4. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The health insurance coverage information will be added to the emergency contact information for Child #4. The health insurance policy number will be added for all four children. In the future, the health insurance coverage and policy number will be included in the emergency contact information for all enrolled children at the time of admission. |
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| 2017-02-10 | Renewal | 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.131(d)(5) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Child #4, a preschool aged child does not have an updated health report or record of immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP on file. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A health report shall include a review of the child`s immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #4 has a medical appointment scheduled for later this month. An updated health report that includes a record of the child's immunized status will be obtained for the file. In the future, updated health reports will be obtained at least every 12 months for all enrolled older toddler and preschool aged children. A review of the child`s immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP will be included with all health reports. |
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| 2017-02-10 | Renewal | 3290.73(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit was missing soap. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Soap was added to the first-aid kit. In the future, the first-aid kit will be checked regularly and any missing items will be added as needed. |
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