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Praises and Pathways Day Care Ministry
Portland, IN
· Jay County
2875 East 200 South,
Portland, IN 47371
Quick Facts
Subsidized Program
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Licensed Unlicensed Registered Ministry
Active License
License Number
RM-100271-A
License Issued
Jul 1, 2026
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
Praises and Pathways Day Care Ministry is a Unlicensed Registered Ministry in Portland IN. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM-5:30 PM. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM-5:30 PM
- Friday6:00 AM-5:30 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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| Registration 2026-04-13 |
Two spray air freshners and a bottle of lotion, all labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, under unlocked child bathroom sink. | 2026-04-17 |
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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 2025-10-21 |
Kitchen personnel was wearing apron and hat, but caregivers assisting with lunch were not, all food handlers must wear apron/smock and a hair restraint. | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use |
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| Registration 2025-10-21 |
Ten children ages 1 and 2 in high chairs for lunch, buckles were not used on all children. Buckles must be used for any aged child in high chair. | |
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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 2024-08-27 |
Three of eight bottles in the infant room refrigerator not labeled at all, no name/date/time of prep. Breastmilk bags in main kitchen refrigerator have names on them but no dates. | 2024-08-28 |
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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 2024-08-27 |
Handwashing sinks in both restrooms used by children read at 126 degrees. Water temperature needs to be between 100-120 to avoid scalding. | 2024-08-29 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) 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 |
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| Registration 2024-04-16 |
Two out of four staff files reviewed were missing documentation of current universal precautions training. | 2024-04-23 |
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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 2024-04-16 |
Two out of five children's files reviewed did not have signed parent's notice documentation. | 2024-04-23 |
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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 2024-01-17 |
Children coats hanging on hooks in entrance touching not separate. | 2024-02-02 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate |
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| Registration 2024-01-17 |
One staff member present have expired fingerprints on file with division making them Unqualified. | 2024-01-30 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers |
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| Registration 2024-01-17 |
Water temperature at children handwashing sinks not maintained between 100 degree F and 120 degree F. (Bathroom 1 - 128.6 degree F; Bathroom 2 - 128.3 degree F) | 2024-01-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) 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 |
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| Registration 2024-01-17 |
Freezer thermometer missing in Infant classroom freezer. | 2024-01-25 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(c) 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 |
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| Registration 2024-01-17 |
-Two bags of breast milk not labeled in Infant classroom refrigerator. -One bag of breast milk not labeled in Infant classroom freezer. -Ten bags of breast milk not labeled in the kitchen freezer. | 2024-01-24 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(e)(2) 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 |
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| Registration 2023-06-09 |
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 | |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) 2 of 6 staff with expired consents.Staff B.K and A.E have expired consents |
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| Registration 2023-06-09 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) 2 of 6 staff with expired consents.Staff B.K and A.E have expired consents |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) at time of inspection a 9 month old infant was sleeping by themself in a dark room with door closed. 2 staff in lunch room other side of the building and 1 staff in another infant room. |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) At time of inspection staff were not wearing aprons or hairnets during lunch. |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) at time of inspection staff J.S and T.G did not have UP training |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
The operator of a child care ministry 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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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) At time of inspection staff member T.G had 3 infants present 2 infants a 6-7 month old and 4 month old both sleeping in bouncy chairs next to rocking chair. |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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 | |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-11(a)(2) at time of inspection no file available for 6-7 month old child. |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7 at time of inspection no file available for 6-7 month old child. |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry. | |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) at time of inspection infant staff T.G did not have infant CPR, first aid. Staff At time of inspection Staff J.S did not have CPR, first aid. |
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| Registration 2023-01-03 |
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 | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) at time of inspection cots were not being used adequately 2 children a 1 year old and a 2year old were sleeping in high Chairs during lunch time. |
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| Registration 2022-06-03 |
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 | 2022-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) no disposable towels - one cloth towel for all children being used |
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| Registration 2022-06-03 |
The operator of a child care ministry 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. | 2022-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) need safe sleep certificates for all staff |
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| Registration 2022-06-03 |
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 | 2022-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(4) vent not working in women bathroom |
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| Registration 2022-06-03 |
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 | 2022-06-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) caps missing on toilets, office unlocked with cleaning supplies within reach of the children, key within reach of children for cabinet with items that state keep out of the reach of children, kitchen knives within reach of the children, Febreze spray, Petroleum jelly, bleach, dish soap and disinfectant within reach of the children, microwave and refrigerator in infant room not sturdy, shelves in classrooms not sturdy, tv in classroom not sturdy, outlet needed in toddler room |
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| Registration 2022-06-03 |
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 | 2022-06-30 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) diapers in bathroom not covered - laying on shelf |
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| Registration 2022-06-03 |
The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers | 2022-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) expired consent for E.T and J.S |
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| Registration 2022-06-03 |
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 | 2022-06-20 |
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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) expired consent for E.T and J.S |
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| Registration 2021-08-25 |
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 | |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) shelves not secured, cleaning supplies within reach of the children, diaper bags and purses within reach of the children, sun screen within reach of the children |
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| Registration 2020-11-30 |
The operator of a child care ministry 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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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) infant sleeping in a swing |
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| Registration 2020-07-21 |
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 | 2020-07-21 |
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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) sunscreen, cleaning spray and disinfected wipes within reach of children |
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| Registration 2020-06-24 |
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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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-1.1-33.5(b)(4) No NonCompliances Cited |
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| Registration 2019-02-21 |
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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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) shelf not secured |
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| Registration 2019-02-21 |
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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Type of correction needed: 470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) food not labeled in frig |
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| Registration 2019-02-21 |
The operator of a child care ministry 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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Type of correction needed: IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) staff need safe sleep training |
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