Unlicensed Registered Ministry
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Life Changers Early Learning & Aftercare STEAM Academy #2
Gary, IN
· Lake County
5050 Vermont Street,
Gary, IN 46409
Quick Facts
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
3
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Contact Information
📞 (219) 427-1482
Licensed Unlicensed Registered Ministry
Active License
License Issued
Jan 1, 2025
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
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
We offer Early Childhood and After School Care ages to children ages 1-12, Mon- Friday 6a-6:30pm pickup avail. Meals, BEFORE/AFTER care CCDF Accepted.
Additional Information:
PTQ 3; PTQ 3;
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 Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| CCDF Inspection 2024-10-04 |
Child Abuse and Neglect | 2024-10-25 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(3) Child Abuse and Neglect |
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| CCDF Inspection 2024-10-04 |
A provider that cares for more than sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program shall maintain a ratio of children to caregivers in the same proportions as specified in the child to staff ratio requirements. | 2024-10-25 |
| Type of correction needed: No NonCompliances Cited | ||
| CCDF Inspection 2024-10-04 |
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children. | 2024-10-25 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division |
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| Registration 2024-10-04 |
Bucket of paint primer in entry way hallway accessible to children. | 2024-10-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction |
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| Registration 2024-10-04 |
Child files missing signed parent notices. | 2024-10-25 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request |
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| Registration 2024-10-04 |
Staff member missing documentation of Universal Precautions training. | 2024-10-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-10-26 |
Each child care provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall have an intradermal tuberculosis test & results prior to giving care. | 2023-12-31 |
| Type of correction needed: No NonCompliances Cited | ||
| CCDF Inspection 2023-10-26 |
The provider shall maintain a written policy requiring an individual providing a criminal history to report any criminal convictions to the provider. | 2023-11-16 |
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Type of correction needed: IAC 3-18-14(f) Written Policy requiring an individual providing a criminal history to report any criminal convictions to the provider. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-10-26 |
Each childcare provider, employee, or volunteer, caregiver shall have current certification in First Aid. | 2023-12-02 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 Each childcare provider shall have certification in pediatric CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-10-26 |
Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children. | 2023-12-01 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-10-26 |
Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test) and a child care provider shall have: Written policy requiring random drug testing of caregivers | 2023-11-01 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test) |
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| Registration 2023-10-26 |
At time of visit, no kitchen cleaning schedule posted. | 2023-10-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a) Food Service. The kitchen and any other food preparation area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, separate from areas used for any other purpose, and shall be so located that it is not used as a throughway to other rooms or areas. The kitchen shall not be used for childrens activities or naps, a dining or recreational area for adults, or as an office |
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| Registration 2023-10-26 |
At time of visit, 3 staff without proof of universal precautions training. | 2023-11-16 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions |
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| Registration 2023-10-26 |
At time of visit, 1 student missing signed parent notice in file. | 2023-11-15 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7 The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request |
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| Registration 2023-10-26 |
At time of visit, items present in kitchen were open without dates labeled on them. | 2023-11-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers |
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| Registration 2023-10-26 |
At time of visit, playground by trailer one has trap showing through mulch, poses a tripping hazard to children/staff. On playground between trailer 2 and 3, excessive weeds growing over playground and equipment. | 2023-11-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction |
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| Registration 2023-10-26 |
At time of visit, oven present in kitchen missing front cover, safety issue concern. | 2023-11-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-298 Cooking and baking equipment |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-06-02 |
2023-06-05 | |
| Type of correction needed: A provider that cares for more than sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program shall maintain a ratio of children to caregivers in the same proportions as specified in the child to staff ratio requirements. | ||
| CCDF Inspection 2023-06-02 |
Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18. | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-4.1 Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-06-02 |
Each childcare provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the FBI or each childcare provider has local criminal check with documentation that national check is applied for. | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-12 Each childcare provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the FBI or each childcare provider has local criminal check with documentation that national check is applied for. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2023-06-02 |
All children in care are supervised by a caregiver. | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver. |
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| Registration 2023-06-02 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) At time of visit, staff present with children, with fingerprints on file only in submitted status with the division, provider must wait until staff is in provisional status or qualified status. |
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| Registration 2023-06-02 |
The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 | 2023-06-05 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) At time of visit, staff present with children, with consent on file only in submitted status with the division, provider must wait until staff is in provisional status or qualified status. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Each child has age appropriate immunizations including Varicella and Pneumococcal vaccines. Documentation includes:-Attendance records of all children in attendance.-Immunization records for each child (includes month, day and year given for each immunization and childs birth date. or A medical exempt statement from a physician OR a religious belief exemption statement from the parent. | 2022-11-21 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-11.1 Each child has age appropriate immunizations including Varicella and Pneumococcal vaccines. Documentation includes: -Attendance records of all children in attendance. Immunization records for each child (includes month, day and year given for each immunization and childs birth date). |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
All children in care are supervised by a caregiver. | 2022-11-07 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(a) All children in care are supervised by a caregiver. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Each childcare provider shall have annual certification in Child and Infant CPR. Each childcare provider shall have current certification in First Aid. | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8 At least one adult shall have annual certification in CPR applicable to all age groups cared for and is present at all times when a child is in care. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Each childcare provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the FBI or each childcare provider has local criminal check with documentation that national check is applied for. | 2022-11-07 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-12 Each childcare provider, household member, employee, volunteer caregiver shall submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the FBI or each childcare provider has local criminal check with documentation that national check is applied for. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
2022-11-23 | |
| Type of correction needed: A provider that cares for more than sixteen (16) children at a facility where the provider operates a child care program shall maintain a ratio of children to caregivers in the same proportions as specified in the child to staff ratio requirements. | ||
| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test) | 2022-11-21 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-12.1 Each childcare provider shall have documentation of a Drug test and result does not show presence of illegal controlled substance(s).(Standard 5 or 8 panel urine test) |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Two and a half pound or greater ABC multiple purpose fire extinguisher on each floor and in kitchen with valid expiration date. | 2022-11-07 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-10(b)(3) Two and a half pound or greater ABC multiple purpose fire extinguisher on each floor and in kitchen with valid expiration date. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Must report child abuse and/or neglect | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8.5(b) Must report child abuse and/or neglect |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Written material in regards to reporting child abuse and neglect | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8.5(a) Written Material in regards to reporting child abuse and neglect |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18. | 2022-11-07 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-4.1 Each childcare provider has provided evidence that they have not been named in the State Central Registry IC31-33-18. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Child Abuse and Neglect | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(3) Child Abuse and Neglect |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Discipline | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-7(b) A provider shall: Maintain in each child's file a copy of the child discipline policy that has been signed by the parent or legal guardian |
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| CCDF Inspection 2022-11-04 |
Twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-8(b)(4) Unless the provider is a parent, stepparent, quardian, custodian, or other relative to each child in the care of the provider, the individual annually must recieve at least twelve (12) hours of continuing education approved by the division and related to the age appropriate education development, care, and safety of children. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
The operator of a child care ministry registered under section 2 of this chapter shall provide a notice to the parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the child care ministry. The notice must be signed by the parent or guardian when the child is enrolled in the child care ministry and must be kept on file at the child care ministry until two (2) years after the last day the child attends the child care ministry. This notice must be maintained by the child care ministry and made available to the division upon request | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7 At time of visit, 5 children did not have signed parent notices in their files. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) At time of visit, 7 staff members had expired/missing universal precautions on file. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet | 2022-11-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) At time of visit, in bathroom, changing table not clean. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) At time of visit, 6 staff members missing child abuse and neglect training on file. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers | 2022-11-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) At time of visit, in kitchen area, food not properly labeled. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
Hand cleaning and drying procedure | 2022-11-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-128 At time of visit, kitchen staff did not have copy of food safety book. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
The parent or guardian of a child shall, when the child is enrolled in a child care ministry, provide the child care ministry with proof that the child has received the required immunizations against the following: Whooping cough | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) At time of visit, 3 children did not have immunizations in their files. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) At time of visit, 5 staff members had expired/ missing consent on file with the division. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
Cooking and baking equipment | 2022-11-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-298 At time of visit, stove is not clean or in a sanitary condition. |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2022-11-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) VOID |
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| Registration 2022-11-04 |
Food Service. The kitchen and any other food preparation area shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, separate from areas used for any other purpose, and shall be so located that it is not used as a throughway to other rooms or areas. The kitchen shall not be used for childrens activities or naps, a dining or recreational area for adults, or as an office | 2022-11-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a) At time of visit, kitchen area was not in sanitary conditions. Dirty dishes in sink. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2021-11-10 |
A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________. | 2021-11-10 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials |
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| Registration 2021-11-10 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2021-11-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) 3's-4's Room: There is a bottle of handsanitizer on the teacher's desk that states to "keep out of reach of children" is accessible to children. |
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| Registration 2020-10-29 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2020-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Standing water by boat |
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| Registration 2020-10-29 |
Warewashing sinks and drainboards; self-draining | 2020-11-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-288 Rack for drying needed for kitchen |
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| Registration 2020-10-29 |
Food storage | 2020-11-04 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-177 Cups of milk stored in refrigerator without any covering. Open chips and crackers in the cabinet. |
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| Registration 2020-10-29 |
Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers | 2020-10-29 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Baggie of fruit cocktail stored in door of refrigerator in the kitchen was leaking and not labeled, |
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| CCDF Inspection 2020-02-19 |
Sanitation Standards | 2020-03-07 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards |
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| Registration 2020-02-19 |
All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet | 2020-03-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) Bathroom Sink not sealed to wall. Hole around pipe from toilet leading into wall.3/4 room handwashing sink not sealed to wall, wall under sink not painted. |
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| Registration 2020-02-19 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2020-02-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Tarp showing near slide. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-10-25 |
Sanitation Standards | 2019-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-10-25 |
A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________. | 2019-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials |
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| Registration 2019-10-25 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2019-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Shaving cream, fabuloso, chemical spray bottles on ledge by cubbies in school age area in reach of children.Kitchenette area: Unlocked with bleach in cabinet under sink in reach of children. |
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| Registration 2019-10-25 |
All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet | 2019-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) One toilet not functioning at time of consultants arrival. |
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| Registration 2019-10-25 |
Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean | 2019-11-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Two children in school age area sleeping on mats on floor. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-03-18 |
A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________. | 2019-03-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-03-18 |
Sanitation Standards | 2019-03-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards |
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| Registration 2019-03-18 |
Storing refuse, recyclables, and returnables | 2019-03-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-389 Trash can in kitchenette area missing tight fitting lid. |
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| Registration 2019-03-18 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2019-03-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Staff purse and cleaning chemicals on top of cubbies in reach of children in pre-k area.. |
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| Registration 2019-03-18 |
Warewashing sinks and drainboards; self-draining | 2019-03-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-288 Evidence of dishes being washed and no drain board present. Kitchenette is not currently approved for dishwashing. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-03-05 |
The childcare facility shall have an approved source of running water from a sink that is in an area where childcare is provided. Water source:_____Public _____Private _____ valid water test date____________. Meets IDEM standards as required. IDEM water system number__________________. | |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5(a)(2) The childcare facility shall have an approved source of running water from a sink that is in an area where childcare is provided. Meets IDEM standards as required. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-02-22 |
Compliance and written policy concerning safe conditions and safety of motor vehicles used to transport children. | 2019-02-25 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5 (c) and (d) The provider shall have, and maintain compliance with, a written policy describing the practice of the provider concerning safe conditions in the facility and on the grounds. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-02-22 |
Appropiately timed, nutritious meals and snacks in a quantity sufficient to meet the needs of the child. | 2019-02-25 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5(f) The provider shall make available to each child in the provider's care appropriately timed, nutritious meals and snacks in a quantity sufficient to meet the needs of the child. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-02-22 |
Sanitation Standards | 2019-02-26 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-5.5(b) Sanitation Standards |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-02-22 |
A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________. | 2019-02-25 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials |
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| Registration 2019-02-22 |
All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet | 2019-03-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) No paper towel in dispenser by sink. Paper towel being stored on wooden blocks not in container. |
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| Registration 2019-02-22 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2019-03-15 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Room 1b: 2 Orkin mouse traps near teacher desk that state do not touch on outside of trap in reach of children. Room 1a: Screw sticking out of bottom of cubby.Bathroom: Live silver mouse trap behind toilet in reach of children.Gaps in orange wall dividing toilets not sanitizable.Wall near sink that appears to have been cut out and replaced has gaps and is not sealed making it not sanitizable.Entry Way: Front doors not opening or closing easily and do not provide a tight seal against the elements.Accucolor unsanded grout on computer cart in reach of children.Room 2: TV on cart not secured presents tipping hazard.Holes in ceiling tiles need repair or replaced. Cracked outlet by back exit door.2 breaker boxes on wall at child level accessible to children.cracked tile on floor by carpet.Gardening tools that are sharp and hazardous being stored under fire exstinguisher by exit door.Playground:Garbage on ground and yellow metal in middle of trailer A sticking out and sharp. Screws sticking out of wooden entry gateOutside:Wires protruding near base of telephone pole appear to be hazardous. Must have documentation from City that they are safe for children to be near.Bus parking in area next to playground. |
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| Registration 2019-02-22 |
Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below | 2019-03-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Vending source had trouble with vehicle. Lunch was made at another registered ministry location that does not have an approved kitchen. |
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| Registration 2019-02-22 |
Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers | 2019-02-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) Oranges in small white bowl in freezer not covered. |
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| CCDF Inspection 2019-01-23 |
A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Fire arms, ammunition and other weapons Location __________ Poisons, chemicals, bleach cleaning materials and Medications Location __________. | 2019-01-23 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-3.5-11(a) A provider shall provide for a safe environment by ensuring that no conditions exist in or on the grounds of the facility where a provider operates a child care program that would endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the children, including ensuring that the following items are placed in areas that are inaccessible to children in the providers care: Poisons, chemicals, and cleaning materials |
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| Registration 2019-01-23 |
Food Safety. All foods provided by the facility, for children enrolled in the day care ministry, shall be from a food establishment, inspected and approved by a governmental agency. Food items shall be received at the facility in the original, unopened, undamaged packaging and shall be properly protected from damage and potential contamination. Food shall be free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and shall be safe for human consumption. The temperature of all potentially hazardous food shall be 45 F. or below or 140 F. or above at all times. Frozen food shall be kept frozen and should be stored at a temperature of 0 F. or below | 2019-01-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Bottles with milk that appears to be partially drunk being stored in refridgerator. |
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| Registration 2019-01-23 |
Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change | 2019-01-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) Diaper pad has rips in it. |
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| Registration 2019-01-23 |
Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean | 2019-02-13 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) Crib mattresses not correct size. |
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| Registration 2019-01-23 |
Refrigerator and Freezers. Enough conveniently located refrigeration facilities shall be provided to assure the maintenance of potentially hazardous food at required temperatures during storage. Refrigerators and freezers shall be in good condition, clean, and shall maintain the proper temperatures. Each compartment of the refrigerator and freezer shall be provided with an accurate thermometer, in good position for daily monitoring | 2019-01-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) No thermometer present in freezer at time of visit. |
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| Registration 2019-01-23 |
All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction | 2019-02-23 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) Stubborn Diaper Rash cream and AD Baby diaper cream in small plastic containers under diaper station in reach of children. Air freshener and clorox wipes stored on back of toilet in reach of children. Holes present and cracks in wall behind handwashing sink in main room. Cords hanging from television and computer equipment present as strangulation hazard.Cubbies need secured to wall.Exposed wires under sink in bathroom at time of inspection. |
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