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GRACEFULLY CARING 4 KIDZ LLC
Milwaukee, WI
· Milwaukee County
3414 N Port Washington Rd,
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Quick Facts
Capacity
32 children
Age Range
6 wks - 14 yrs
Type of Care
Full Time. Before School Care provided. After School Care provided. Rotating Care provided.
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
YoungStar Rating
2
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Licensed LICENSED GROUP
Active License
License Number
2003327
License Holder
Starmoneekia Williams
Licensed Since
2017
License Issued
Aug 22, 2017
Issued By
Wisconsin Department of Children and Families
District Office
Wisconsin Dept of Children and Families (DCF) - Child Care Regulation and Licensing
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About the Provider
GRACEFULLY CARING 4 KIDZ LLC is a LICENSED GROUP in Milwaukee WI, with a maximum capacity of 32 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 6 wks - 14 yrs. It is open Monday - Friday, 08:00 AM-10:00 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Additional Information:
Nighttime care available. 2 Stars 2 Stars 2 Stars
Hours of Operation
- Monday08:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Tuesday08:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Wednesday08:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Thursday08:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Friday08:00 AM-10:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Violation Date | Rule Number | Rule Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-25 | See Violations below | Licensing |
| 2026-08-25 | The health, safety and welfare of children was being compromised when a pipe in the basement burst and a toxic odor was coming from the area into the center. | Violation |
| Description: 251.04(2)(m) - Health, Safety & Welfare Of Children | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There was missing information on the child enrollment form for Child 1. | Violation |
| Description: 251.04(6)(a)1. - Child Record - Enrollment Information | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There was no documentation of an immunization history for Child 1. | Violation |
| Description: 251.04(6)(a)6m. - Child Record - Immunization History | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There was no documentation of a current child health report for Child 1. | Violation |
| Description: 251.04(6)(a)8.b. - Child Record - Physical Exam - Over 2, Under 5 | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There was no documentation of a children on the attendance sheet. There were three children at the center at the time of the visit. | Violation |
| Description: 251.04(6)(b) - Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There was no documentation of a staff record form for Staff B. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a)1. - Staff Record - Personal Information | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There was no documentation of a staff health report for Staff B. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a)3.a. - Staff Record - Physical Examination | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There was no documentation of CAN training for Staff A & B. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(3)(cm) - Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training | ||
| 2026-08-25 | There were no forms of tracking being used at the center at the time of the visit. | Violation |
| Description: 251.055(1)(f) - Child Tracking Procedure | ||
| 2026-08-25 | The outdoor play space needs to be maintained to ensure safety of children. The grass/weeds need to be cut and the Night Shade toxic plant needs to be removed. 1. AC unit at the front door of the facility was dripping water on the inside of the center floor. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(gm) - Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair | ||
| 2026-06-11 | See Violations below | Licensing |
| 2026-06-11 | Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a)2. - Staff Record - Completed Background Check | ||
| 2026-05-21 | See Violations below | Licensing |
| 2026-05-21 | Fingerprints not completed for the following individuals: Individual 001 | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a)2. - Staff Record - Completed Background Check | ||
| 2026-02-06 | See Violations below | Licensing |
| 2026-02-06 | Violation | |
| Description: 251.11(4)(b) - Continuation License - Application Materials Submission | ||
| 2026-01-09 | No Violations found *** | Licensing |
| 2025-12-09 | Unable to access the facility on November 21, 2025 and on December 9, 2025 but was unable to because no one responded to the knock on the front door. | Violation |
| Description: 251.12(2)(a) - Department Access To Center | ||
| 2025-05-09 | See Violations below | Licensing |
| 2025-05-09 | NO ORIENTATION FORM FOR STAFF B. EMAILED DCF ORIENTATION FORM AS A REMINDER. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(4)(a) - Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document | ||
| 2025-05-09 | PAINT CAN OPEN WITH DRIED PAINT IN IT BY BACK DOOR. CHILDREN NEED TO USE DOOR TO GET TO PLAYGROUND. BROKEN GRILL GRATE ON HEATER IN KITCHEN. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(d) - Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children | ||
| 2025-05-09 | THEY DID PAINT AND PATCH LOTS OF SPOTS. THERE IS STILL MORE CHIPPED PAINT BY DOORWAYS,ETC. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(i) - Deteriorating Paint | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NO STAFF RECORD FORM IN FILES FOR STAFF A AND B. EMAILED DCF STAFF RECORD FORM TO USE OR TO USE AS AN EXAMPLE TO MAKE SURE ALL REQUIRED INFO IS ON THEIR OWN FORM. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a)1. - Staff Record - Personal Information | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NO HEALTH REPORT ON FILE FOR STAFF A | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a)3.a. - Staff Record - Physical Examination | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NO CPR CERTIFICATES WERE IN STAFF FILES. GAVE LICENSEE UNTIL END OF BUSINESS DAY TO SEND TO ME, DID NOT RECEIVE THEM. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(3)(c) - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training | ||
| 2025-05-09 | CERTIFICATES WERE NOT IN STAFF FILES. GAVE LICENSEE UNTIL END OF BUSINESS DAY TO SEND THEM TO ME, DID NOT RECEIVE. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(3)(cm) - Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NO ORIENTATION FORM FOR STAFF B. EMAILED DCF ORIENTATION FORM AS A REMINDER. | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(4)(a) — Staff Orientation - Develop, Implement, Document | ||
| 2025-05-09 | THERE IS A MORE THAN A 4 INCH GAP IN THE FENCE BY THE GATES | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(11)(b)7. - Outdoor Play Space - Enclosure | ||
| 2025-05-09 | Broken or sharp edges on wooden heater boxes, uneven flooring through out center that are accessible and present a burn hazard. The entry way into middle class room has access to unsafe storage items. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(a) - Potential Source Of Harm On Premises | ||
| 2025-05-09 | PAINT CAN OPEN WITH DRIED PAINT IN IT BY BACK DOOR. CHILDREN NEED TO USE DOOR TO GET TO PLAYGROUND. BROKEN GRILL GRATE ON HEATER IN KITCHEN. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(d) — Access To Materials Potentially Harmful To Children | ||
| 2025-05-09 | GENERAL TLC NEEDED TO FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS, ETC. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(gm) - Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair | ||
| 2025-05-09 | THEY DID PAINT AND PATCH LOTS OF SPOTS. THERE IS STILL MORE CHIPPED PAINT BY DOORWAYS,ETC. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(i) — Deteriorating Paint | ||
| 2025-05-09 | No radon test completed | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(p)1.a. - Radon - Testing | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NO DOCUMENTATION OF ALARM OR DETECTORS BEING USED DURING EVACUATION DRILLS. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(4)(jm)1. - Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Drills | ||
| 2025-05-09 | No documentation of testing completed | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(4)(jm)2. - Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Testing | ||
| 2025-05-09 | FOOD WAS NOT DATED OR IN ZIPLOCK OR PLASTIC COUNTAINERS | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(9)(d)2.a. - Food Storage - Dry Food | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NO FIRE DRILL DOCUMENTATION WAS POSTED. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(3)(b)4. - Emergencies - Record Of Fire / Tornado Drills | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NO CURRENT LESSON PLANS POSTED | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(1)(a) - Written Program Of Activities | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NEEDS MORE EQUIPMENT IN THE SCHOOL AGE CLASSROOMS | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(3)(b)2. - Equipment - Quantity For Indoors | ||
| 2025-05-09 | NEEDS MORE EQUIPMENT FOR ALL AGES TO PLAY WITH | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(3)(b)3. - Equipment - Quantity For Outdoors | ||
| 2025-05-09 | CHILD SIZED COUCH WAS RIPPED. CANT BE SANITIZED. | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(3)(i) - Cleanliness Of Furnishings, Toys, Equipment | ||
| 2025-05-09 | COTS WERE STORED WITH NO SHEET OR COVERINGS, NEEDS TO BE STORED IN A CLEAN AND SANITARY CONDITION | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(4)(e) - Naps Or Rest Periods - Bedding Maintenance, Storage, Cleanliness | ||
| 2025-05-09 | Not enough food available for the amount of kids authorized | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(5)(a)1. - Meals & Snacks - Requirements | ||
| 2025-05-09 | Sheets loose in pack n plays. Replace pack n play pads in order for sheets to fit tight | Violation |
| Description: 251.09(1)(j) - Infant & Toddler - Crib Mattresses & Coverings | ||
| 2024-08-28 | No Violations found *** | Licensing |
| 2024-08-28 | Could not find attendance sheet. | Violation |
| Description: 251.04(6)(b) — Current, Accurate Daily Attendance Record | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Staff files were inaccessible | Violation |
| Description: 251.04(8)(a) — Mandated Reporting - Child Abuse & Neglect | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Staff files not available | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a) — Staff Record - Maintenance & Availability | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Staff files were inaccessible | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(2)(a)2. — Staff Record - Completed Background Check | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Staff files were inaccessible | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(3)(b) — Abusive Head Trauma Prevention Training | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Staff files were inaccessible | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(3)(c) — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Staff files were inaccessible | Violation |
| Description: 251.05(3)(cm) — Child Abuse & Neglect - Biennial Training | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Broken shelves in infant room. Broken toys in the backyard play-space. Loose cords hanging in infant room (potential strangulation). Deadly Nightshade plants accessible in backyard play-space. Garbage in backyard yard play-space. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(a) — Potential Source Of Harm On Premises | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Infant room: uncovered outlet other rooms reportedly used: missing outlet covers | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(b) — Electrical Or Hot Surface Protection | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Bathroom light out, insect trap in cabinet with dead insects in it, needs general TLC and cleaning | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(gm) — Premises - Well Drained, Clean, In Good Repair | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Paint chips and deteriorated dry wall through out center | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(i) — Deteriorating Paint | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Still have not received radon test results | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(2)(p)1.a. — Radon - Testing | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Both fire extinguishers were not present. Director stated that they were off site getting fixed/updated. | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(4)(a) — Fire Extinguishers - Operable, Inspected, Labeled | ||
| 2024-08-28 | No documentation of drills | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(4)(jm)1. — Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors - Drills | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Violation | |
| Description: 251.06(3)(b)1. — Emergencies - Routes And Shelter Areas Posted | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Did not see fire drill,etc documentation | Violation |
| Description: 251.06(3)(b)2. — Emergencies - Practice Written Plans | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Menu not up to date/ no changes listed. | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(5)(a)5.b. — Menus - Plan | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Did not see med log book present/in use | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(6)(dm)3.c — Medical Log - Medication Administration | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Inhaler in infant room with no athorizations | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(6)(f)1.a. — Medication Administration - Parent Authorization | ||
| 2024-08-28 | No authorizations present | Violation |
| Description: 251.07(6)(f)5. — Medication Administration - As Labeled & Authorized | ||
| 2024-08-28 | Torn changing mat | Violation |
| Description: 251.09(4)(a)3. — Infant & Toddler - Diaper Changing Surface Disinfection | ||
| 2024-03-05 | No Violations found *** | Licensing |
| 2024-02-02 | No Violations found *** | Licensing |
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