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House of Love Daycare
Gary, IN
· Lake County
,
Gary, IN 46404
Quick Facts
Capacity
12 children
Age Range
Infant-Fourteen
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
1
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Licensed Licensed Home
Active License
License Issued
Oct 1, 2026
Active Through
Sep 30, 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
House of Love Daycare 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-Fourteen. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM-11:00 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM-11:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| Licensing 2025-09-04 |
On 8/19/2025 a caregiver observed a knot on a child and did not immediately report to DCS or local law enforcement. | 2025-08-19 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-35(a) The caregiver shall report immediately suspected physical abuse, sexual abuse, child neglect, or child exploitation to Child Protective Services or local law enforcement. |
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| Licensing 2025-09-04 |
On 8/19/2025 a caregiver was working in the home prior to a drug screen being completed. | 2025-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(3)(a) 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: an individual who: is employed |
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| Licensing 2025-09-04 |
On 8/19/2025 a caregiver was working in the home prior to a consent to release form being submitted. A current consent to release form is needed for one caregiver. | 2025-09-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) 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 |
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| Licensing 2025-09-04 |
On 8/19/2025 a caregiver was working in the home prior to a national criminal history check (fingerprints) being completed. | 2025-08-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) 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 |
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| Licensing 2025-07-16 |
Current CPR is needed for the licensee. | 2025-07-21 |
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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 2025-07-16 |
One caregiver did not have a physical in the file. | 2025-07-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray |
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| Licensing 2024-07-25 |
Three caregivers did not have a physical in the file. | 2024-07-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray |
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| Licensing 2024-07-25 |
One caregiver did not have a drug screen in the file. Two caregivers drug screen did not have the MRO (Medical Review Officer Information). | 2024-08-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) 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 |
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| Licensing 2024-07-25 |
An eleven month old infant was asleep in a bouncy seat. | 2024-08-03 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) 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. |
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| Licensing 2024-07-25 |
Two caregivers did not have a TB test in the file. | 2024-07-25 |
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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 2024-07-10 |
Three unqualified staff were caring for 11 kids of mixed ages. The staff do didn't count in the child to staff ratio due to not having a consent to release form and national criminal history check on file. | 2024-07-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(e) The following child to staff ratios apply: Type of Home Child:Staff Ratio Infant/Toddler Mixed (Birth-24 months) 6:1* *Two (2) of the six (6) children must be at least sixteen (16) months of age and walking. Otherwise the ratio is 4:1. Mixed Age Groups (Birth-6 years) 10:1* *No more than three (3) of the ten (10) children may be under sixteen (16) months of age and must be walking. 3 years and older (3-10 years) 12:1 |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
The staff files were not on the premises. | 2024-07-10 |
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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 2024-07-10 |
Three unqualified caregivers that were present did not have a consent to release form on file. | 2024-07-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) 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 |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
Six kids did not have a physical on file. | 2024-07-15 |
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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 2024-07-10 |
One of the pack n plays had a large hole in the netting. | 2024-07-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.) |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
The staff files were not on the premises. | 2024-07-10 |
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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 2024-07-10 |
Two kids did not have proof of date of birth on file. | 2024-07-15 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-2-1(8) Birth Certificate documentation |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
A kitchen knife was accessible in one of the kitchen drawers. | 2024-07-10 |
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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 2024-07-10 |
The staff files were not on the premises. | 2024-07-10 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) 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. |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
The staff files were not on the premises. | 2024-07-10 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) 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 |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
There was not a caregiver present with verification of current CPR training. | 2024-07-10 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-18.2(a) At least one(1) adult individual who maintains current certification in a course of pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care home shall be present at all times when a child is in the care of a child care home. Certifications accepted under this subsection must include a live return demonstration of skills. |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
Three unqualified caregivers that were present did not have a national criminal history check on file. | 2024-07-15 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) 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 |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
Three unqualified staff were caring for the children. | 2024-07-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-36.5(b) Children shall not be left unattended and shall be supervised at all times |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
The staff files were not on the premises. | 2024-07-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray |
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| Licensing 2024-07-10 |
Four kids did not have current immunization records on file. | 2024-07-15 |
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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 2024-07-10 |
Lysol and hand sanitizer was accessible on a stand in the front area of the daycare. | 2024-07-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies |
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| Licensing 2023-10-24 |
The licensee shall ensure that the kitchen is equipped with: a sink with hot and cold running water;in operating condition sufficient to accommodate the food requirements of the number of children in care | 2023-11-17 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(f)(3) The water temperature was 68 degrees farenheit. The water should be between 100-120 degrees fahrenheit. |
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| Licensing 2023-10-24 |
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 | 2023-11-17 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) Eight kids did not have a physical in the file. |
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| Licensing 2023-10-24 |
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 | 2023-10-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) There was a broken basketball set accessible in the outdoor fenced in play area. |
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| Licensing 2022-11-02 |
The caregiver shall keep the phone numbers of the ambulance, police, fire department, poison control center, and nearest hospital by the telephone | 2022-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-44(e) The emergency numbers were not posted. |
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| Licensing 2022-11-02 |
The licensee shall notify the local fire department at the time of application or relicensure of the licensed capacity and the hours of operation of the home | 2022-11-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-46(u) There was not any verification of annual notification to the fire department on file. |
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| Licensing 2022-11-02 |
Direct child care providers shall keep protective coverings over exposed electrical outlets | 2022-11-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(a) A few outlets were missing protective covers. |
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| Licensing 2022-11-02 |
Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies | 2022-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) A can of pest spray labeled keep out of reach of children was accessible on the kitchen floor. |
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| Licensing 2022-11-02 |
A child care home shall maintain a written policy specifying the following: That the: use of: tobacco | 2022-11-03 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(b)(1)(a)(1) There was not a no smoking sign posted. |
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| Licensing 2021-08-27 |
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 | 2021-09-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(1) One child did not have a physical in the file. |
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| Licensing 2021-07-15 |
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 | |
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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 two caregivers. |
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| Licensing 2021-07-15 |
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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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) The licensee and one caregivers CPR and Universal Precautions was over one year old. |
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| Licensing 2021-07-15 |
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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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) Three caregivers TB test were over one year old. |
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| Licensing 2021-07-15 |
Licensee shall provide a separate crib, portacrib, or playpen in which each infant or toddler can sleep. Each crib, portacrib, or playpen shall be equipped with a firm-fitting mattress or pad made of waterproof materials. A parent or legal guardian may provide or approve the use of a bassinet for an infant and is responsible along with the caregiver to monitor its use closely. (Manufacturers of bassinets indicate that a bassinet should no longer be used once an infant begins moving and turning unassisted.) | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.2-5(a) One pack n play had a hole in it. |
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| Licensing 2021-07-15 |
At least one (1) direct child care provider shall be trained in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation training annually and shall be on the premises at all times | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(d) There was not anyone present with annual CPR training. |
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| Licensing 2021-06-24 |
Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies | 2021-06-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Bleach water was accessible on the kitchen counter.Children's Tylenol was accessible in the bathroom cabinet. |
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| Licensing 2021-06-24 |
Licensee shall keep records regarding each child as required by this rule. Upon request of the COFC, the licensee shall make these records available for review: to determine compliance with these rules | 2021-06-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(b)(1) The children's files were not at the daycare. |
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| Licensing 2021-06-24 |
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 | 2021-06-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) There were tree branches in the fenced in play area. The grass in the fenced in play are needs to be cut. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
The licensee shall provide the parent or legal guardian with a written copy of the discipline policy of the child care home | 2019-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-41(a) There was not a suspension and explusion policy on file. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
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 | 2019-08-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-28.5(c)(1) The provider and one caregiver's TB test is over one year old. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
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. | 2019-08-24 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.7(a)(2) One caregiver needs to take the in person safe sleep training. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
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 | 2019-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) There was not a drug screen on file for one caregiver. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
The licensee shall ensure that the kitchen is equipped with: a sink with hot and cold running water;in operating condition sufficient to accommodate the food requirements of the number of children in care | 2019-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(f)(3) The water temperature was 125 degrees. The water temperature should be between 100-120 degrees. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
The licensee shall provide a protected outdoor play area that is safely enclosed by either a fence or natural boundaries for children in care | 2019-08-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(d) There was an opening in the gate that is attached to the fence surrounding the outdoor plar area. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies | 2019-08-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Two cans of paint were sitting on the floor in the kitchen. |
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| Licensing 2019-08-21 |
Direct child care providers who work in the home more than three (3) times a month and all members of the household having direct contact with children receiving care shall have an initial physical examination by a physician or certified nurse practitioner indicating that they are free from communicable disease, have no physical or other condition which would endanger the health or welfare of children in care, and have an annual Mantoux tuberculin test or chest x-ray | 2019-08-26 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-34(a) There was not a physical on file for one caregiver. |
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