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DWR Learn & Play Childcare LLC
Gary, IN
· Lake County
,
Gary, IN 46404
Quick Facts
Capacity
12 children
Age Range
Infant-Twelve
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
2
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Active License
License Issued
Apr 1, 2026
Active Through
Mar 31, 2028
Issued By
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
District Office
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
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About the Provider
DWR Learn & Play Childcare LLC is a Licensed Home in GARY IN, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of Infant-Twelve. It is open Monday - Sunday, 12:00 AM-11:59 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Tuesday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Wednesday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Thursday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Friday12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Saturday 12:00 AM-11:59 PM
- Sunday 12:00 AM-11:59 PM
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| Licensing 2026-01-16 |
Five kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file. | 2026-02-25 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation |
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| Licensing 2025-02-28 |
One caregiver needs a current TB test. | 2025-03-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) The caregiver shall maintain and make available verification of the following: Annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray for direct child care providers and all family members over eighteen (18) years of age |
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| Licensing 2025-02-28 |
Current Universal Precautions training is needed for one caregiver. | 2025-03-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers |
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| Licensing 2024-02-16 |
Some kids did not have proof of date of birth in the file. Some kids did not have state form 50548 in the file. | 2024-03-08 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation |
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| Licensing 2024-02-16 |
Some kids did not have a signed medical release form in the file. | 2024-03-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(2) Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign a release for emergency medical care for the child |
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| Licensing 2024-02-16 |
Some kids did not have immunization records in the file. | 2024-03-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age. |
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| Licensing 2024-02-16 |
Some kids did not have a physical in the file. | 2024-03-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child can participate in the child care homes activities |
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| Licensing 2024-02-16 |
Wooden fence panels were accessible in the outdoor fenced in play area. | 2024-03-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) The licensee shall ensure that no conditions exist in the home or on the grounds where child care services are provided that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children |
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| Licensing 2024-02-16 |
Some kids did not have a suspension and expulsion policy in the file. | 2024-03-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home |
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| Licensing 2023-06-20 |
A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider | 2023-06-26 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) The drug screen results were not on file for caregiver T.K. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of certification of a current first aid course, training in Universal Precautions, and annual CPR certification by direct child care providers | 2023-05-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) The licensee CPR and Universal Precautions training was over one year old. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
The licensee shall maintain the following documentation in the child care home for review by the COFC: Documentation of criminal history checks on employees, volunteers, and all household members who are at least eighteen (18) years of age | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) The licensee consent to release form was over one year old. A consent to release form needs to be submitted via ILEAD. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
A licensee that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. | 2023-06-12 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) Caregiver T.W. has not completed safe sleep training. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
Caregiver shall obtain written parental permission before taking a child away from the child care home for field trips or any other activities | 2023-06-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-40(a) One kid (J.W.) did not have an outing form in the file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
Prior to acceptance of children, the caregiver shall have the parent or legal guardian: complete and sign a release for emergency medical care for the child | 2023-06-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(2) One kid (J.W.) did not have a signed emergency release form in the file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
An applicant must submit the necessary information, forms, or consents for the division to: obtain a national criminal history background check on the applicant through the state police department under IC 10-13-3-39 | 2023-06-09 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) The licensee fingerprints were over three years old. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
Within thirty (30) days of a childs admission, the licensee shall receive a written statement from the childs parent or legal guardian signed by a physician or a certified nurse practitioner which states the following: That the child has had immunizations which are up-to-date for the childs age. | 2023-06-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) One kid did not have immunization records in the file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
A child care home shall, at no expense to the state, maintain and make available to the division upon request a copy of drug testing results for: the provider | 2023-06-26 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) Caregiver T.W. did not have an initial drug screen in the file. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Procedures for preventing, detecting, and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect | 2023-05-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(3) Caregiver T.W. has not completed the Child Abuse and Neglect Training. |
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| Licensing 2023-05-09 |
The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home | 2023-06-01 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) One kid (J.W.) did not have a signed discipline policy in the file.The kids files did not have a suspension and expulsion policy. |
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