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Mother's Little Tots LLC
Gary, IN
· Lake County
1319 Grant St,
Gary, IN 46404
Quick Facts
Capacity
51 children
Age Range
Two-Twelve
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
PTQ Level
2
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Licensed Licensed Center
Active License
License Issued
Jul 1, 2025
Active Through
Jun 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
Mother's Little Tots LLC is a Licensed Center in GARY IN, with a maximum capacity of 51 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of Two-Twelve. It is open Monday - Thursday, 6:30 AM-10:00 PM; Friday, 6:30 AM-10:00 AM; Saturday, 12:00 AM-12:00 AM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM-10:00 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM-10:00 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM-10:00 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM-10:00 PM
- Friday6:30 AM-10:00 AM
- Saturday 12:00 AM-12:00 AM
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Type/Date | Action needed to correct issue | Date Resolved |
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| Licensing 2025-04-04 |
4 staff members missing current CPR training. | 2025-04-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-34(1) Staff shall have training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as follows: At least one (1) caregiver must be trained annually in pediatric CPR and shall be present within the licensed area of the child care center during all hours of operation and with children on field trips |
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| Licensing 2025-04-04 |
3 staff members missing documentation of annual TB test results. | 2025-04-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-85(2) Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually |
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| Licensing 2025-04-04 |
4 staff members missing current First Aid training. | 2025-04-11 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-33(2) All caregivers and other persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have training in basic first aid as follows: Except as stated in subdivision (1), training for all other staff shall be completed within six (6) months of employment and at least every three (3) years thereafter |
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| Licensing 2023-07-06 |
The director responsibilities shall include the following: Ensuring that caregivers receive ongoing training | 2023-07-07 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-22(c)(4) At time of visit, complaint was validated, director is responsible for training staff about communication and documentation on incidents. |
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| Complaints 2023-06-23 |
2023-08-25 | |
| Type of correction needed: Provider not in compliance with director responsibilities. | ||
| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
A child care center 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 | 2023-04-27 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3.5(a)(1) At time of visit, 1 staff missing drug test. |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
Subject to section 3.3 of this chapter, the applicant must, at no expense to the state, do the following: Require an employee or volunteer of the applicant who may be present on the premises of the child care center during operating hours of the child care center to submit fingerprints for a national criminal history background check by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. | 2023-05-10 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(e)(1) At time of visit, 5 staff members with expired consent on file with the division. (SB-3.16.22RG-3.16.22SS-3.16.22PW-3.16.22RW-3.17.22) |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually | 2023-05-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) At time of visit, 2 staff with expired child abuse and neglect training on file. |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2023-04-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 At time of visit, storage cabinet containing hand soap, cleaning products was unlocked and accessible to children. |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
In addition to first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), universal precautions, and life saving certification, all directors and persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have, on an annual basis, a minimum of twelve (12) clock hours of in-service training as follows: The director shall receive training in each of the following categories: Health, nutrition, sanitation, and safety | 2023-05-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-35(a)(1)(c) At time of visit, 4 staff missing health and safety modules. |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
In addition to first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), universal precautions, and life saving certification, all directors and persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have, on an annual basis, a minimum of twelve (12) clock hours of in-service training as follows: The director shall receive training in each of the following categories: Curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices | 2023-05-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-35(a)(1)(b) At time of visit, 7 staff missing 12 hours of in-service training. |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Written verification of a physical examination by a physician or nurse practitioner that provides evidence that there is no known communicable disease in an infectious state or physical or mental conditions which could affect their ability to perform assigned duties in the child care center | 2023-04-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-85(1) At time of visit, 2 staff missing physical examination forms. |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
An applicant shall, at no expense to the state, submit:(1) the necessary information, forms, or consents; and(2) the applicant fingerprints;for a national criminal history background check by the FederalBureau of Investigation. | 2023-05-10 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-4-3(d) At time of visit, 4 staff with expired fingerprints on file with the division. (RG-9.15.20SS-4.3.20PW-1.10.20RW-6.8.19) |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
In addition to first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), universal precautions, and life saving certification, all directors and persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have, on an annual basis, a minimum of twelve (12) clock hours of in-service training as follows: Training may include, but is not limited to: formal education | 2023-04-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-35(a)(3)(b) At time of visit, 1 staff missing proof of education |
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| Licensing 2023-04-27 |
Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually | 2023-05-08 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-85(2) At time of visit, 3 staff with expired TB tests. |
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| Licensing 2022-05-04 |
Staff shall have training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as follows: At least one (1) caregiver must be trained annually in pediatric CPR and shall be present within the licensed area of the child care center during all hours of operation and with children on field trips | 2022-05-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-34(1) CPR expired for staff |
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| Licensing 2022-05-04 |
Reporting child abuse or neglect | 2022-05-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-13 staff need annually child abuse training |
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| Licensing 2022-05-04 |
Within thirty (30) days of employment, newly employed staff, volunteers, substitutes, student aides, and any other personnel having direct contact with the children or providing food service shall have the following: Mantoux tuberculin skin test, with results recorded in millimeters, and repeated annually | 2022-05-27 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-85(2) staff need updated TB |
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| Licensing 2022-05-04 |
Childrens admission records | 2022-05-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-36 need emergency authorization for 1 children filedoctor and dentist for 1 child's file |
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| Licensing 2022-05-04 |
In addition to first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), universal precautions, and life saving certification, all directors and persons counted in child/staff ratios shall have, on an annual basis, a minimum of twelve (12) clock hours of in-service training as follows: Training may include, but is not limited to: workshops | 2022-05-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-35(a)(3)(a) UP expired for staff |
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| Licensing 2022-05-04 |
Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items | 2022-05-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-100 cleaning supplies in storage closet unlocked and within reach of childrenstorage closet in 2 yr old room unlocked with cleaning supplies within reach of the children |
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| Licensing 2022-05-04 |
Building maintenance | 2022-05-18 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.7-99 smoke detector chirpping, vent in boy's bathroom not working, toilet caps missing |
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| Health/Food/Safety/Sanitation 2021-09-23 |
Food Safety | 2021-09-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(b) Water temperature in the 2's bathroom measured at 66 degrees Farenheit. Must be betweetn 100-120 degrees Farenheit. |
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| Health/Food/Safety/Sanitation 2021-09-23 |
Buildings, Grounds, Equipment, Furnishings, Materials and Supplies | 2021-09-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4 Lighting in the in back food storage area is 0. Lighting needs to be at least 20 foot candles. |
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| Health/Food/Safety/Sanitation 2021-09-23 |
Refrigerators and Freezers | 2021-09-28 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) Lighting in the 2's bathroom measured to 10 foot candles. Lighting needs to be at least 30 foot candles. |
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| Licensing 2021-03-03 |
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 | 2021-03-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-45(a) A screw driver was used to secure the second exit door. A ladder and debris was accessible leading to the outside play area. |
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| Licensing 2021-03-03 |
Caregiver shall keep poisonous or hazardous materials that would harm children, including, but not limited to: cleaning supplies | 2021-03-03 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(c)(1) Laundry detergent and cleaning supplies were accessible in the room next to the second exit. |
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| Licensing 2020-11-10 |
If fans or heaters are used, licensee shall provide models that are protected by safety devices which will not allow a childs fingers to come in contact with the blade or heating element | 2020-11-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-48(b) A portable heater was accessible. |
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| Licensing 2020-11-10 |
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 | 2020-12-04 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) One caregiver did not have a drug screen on file. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
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 | 2020-08-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) Verification of annual CPR and Universal Precautions needed for one caregiver. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
Enrollment form for each child receiving services which shall include the following: Childs name and date of birth | 2020-08-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(6)(a) One child did not have a birth certificate in the file. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
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. | 2020-08-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(b)(2) One child needs updated immunization records. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
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 | 2020-08-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-37(a)(2) Two children did not have a medical release form on file. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
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 | 2020-08-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(3) A consent to release form was not submitted for one caregiver present. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
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 | 2020-08-10 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(d) Upon arrival there was not anyone present with verification of annual CPR training. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
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 | 2020-08-10 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3(d)(2)&(e) Fingerprints were not on file for one caregiver present. |
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| Licensing 2020-08-04 |
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 | 2020-08-10 |
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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 present. |
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| Licensing 2020-03-26 |
The licensee shall identify the location and operation of the gas, electric, and water shut-offs and keep accessible the gas, electric, and water shut-offs in case of emergency. | 2020-03-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-46(q) Shut-offs need to be labeled. |
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| Licensing 2020-03-26 |
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 | 2020-03-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-32(a)(5) Verification of annual CPR and Universal Precautions training is needed for the licensee. |
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| Licensing 2020-03-26 |
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 | 2020-03-30 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-5-3.5(a)(1) Drug screen results needed for the licensee and caregivers. |
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| Licensing 2020-03-26 |
Each room of the home where child care services are provided is required to have at least two (2) means of escape (this may include one (1) window and one (1) door). | 2020-04-06 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-46(c) The windows in two of the rooms used for child care did not open. |
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