Nfluence Childcare Ministry - Granger IN Unlicensed Registered Ministry

14719 State Road 23 , Granger IN 46530
(574) 247-9800

About the Provider

Description: Nfluence Childcare Ministry is a Unlicensed Registered Ministry in Granger IN. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: Full-Time
  • Current License Issue Date: 2023-01-01
  • District Office: Indiana Family and Social Services Administration - Bureau of Child Care
  • District Office Phone: 1-877-511-1144 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Type/Date Action needed to correct issue Date Resolved
Registration
2023-05-23
immersion for at least one (1) minute in clean water which is at a temperature of at least 75 F. and which contains an approved sanitizing agent at an effective concentration. Cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils shall always be air dried, never towel dried. An alternative to dishwashing is the use of sturdy, all disposable, single-service articles and utensils. Reuse of single-service articles and utensils is prohibited. All permanent ware infant feeding bottles and reusable nipples provided by the facility shall be washed and sanitized by the facility after each use as follows: Prewash in hot detergent water in a nonhandwashing sink; scrub bottles and nipples inside and out with bottle and nipple brush; squeeze water through nipple hole during washing; and rinse well with clean, hot water. Boil in clear water bottles for five (5) minutes; nipples and caps, collars, and tongs for three (3) minutes; and air dry. Store each item separately in clean, covered, labeled container
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2)
Sippy cups and bottles not covered in fridges.
Registration
2023-05-23
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
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1)
Lysol and Hand sanitizer accessible in toddler room.Rug in 2 year old room needs to be taped
Registration
2023-05-23
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
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d)
2 changing pads torn and need to be replaced
Registration
2023-05-23
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
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(a)
Rug present in kitchen
Registration
2023-05-23
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
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c)
Thermometer missing from fridge
Registration
2023-05-23
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
Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c)
3 staff on site do not have completed back ground checks
Registration
2023-05-23
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
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f)
Food not properly stored air tight after opening
Registration
2022-08-23
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 2022-08-29
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2)
Preschool bathroom has floor tile popping up around toilet, wall paper on walls, and bolt caps missing on toilet. Toilet brushes and plungers stored in bathrooms.
Registration
2022-08-23
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 2022-09-27
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1)
Ceiling tiles in Threes classroom with water damage. Lamp shades missing on ceiling lights in Toddler classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout the building. Hand sanitizer, lysol wipes, and soap labeled "Keep out of reach of children" acessible to children.
Registration
2022-08-23
All open windows, doors which are kept open for other than entering and leaving, ventilators, and other outside openings shall be protected against insects by securely fastened 16 mesh screening. Cracks shall be sealed and sealing shall be in place around pipes, plumbing, and ducts 2022-08-29
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(4)
Sink in Preschool bathroom needs sealed to wall.
Registration
2022-08-23
Cooking and baking equipment 2022-08-28
Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-298
Porus and damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen.
Registration
2021-06-18
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
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1)
hand sanitizer accessible at entrance, cleaning products accessible in unlocked area in unlocked kitchen, cleaning products accessible in toddler two room
Registration
2021-04-14
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 2021-04-16
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1)
playground equipment needs painted and sanded - air conditioning unit needs fenced
Registration
2021-04-14
Direct child care providers, including volunteers, shall receive training in the following within thirty (30) days of starting employment or volunteer work: Universal precautions 2021-04-16
Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4)
staff need Universal precautions training
Registration
2021-04-14
Sanitizers; criteria 2021-04-16
Type of correction needed: 410 IAC 7-24-443
Need test strips for either bleach and/or quaternary ammonia

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