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Registered Family Child Care Home ✓ Licensed

Whalen, Martha

Damascus, MD · Montgomery County
Santa Anita Terrace, Damascus, MD 20872
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Quick Facts

Capacity
8 children
Age Range
0-23 Months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 12 years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate

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Contact Information

📞 (301) 366-3948
Santa Anita Terrace
Damascus, MD 20872
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Licensed Registered Family Child Care Home
Active License
License Number
128705
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 5 - Montgomery County

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About the Provider

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Whalen, Martha is a Registered Family Child Care Home in Damascus MD, with a maximum capacity of 8 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of 0-23 Months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 12 years. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Tuesday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Wednesday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Thursday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Friday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2024-04-03 Full 13A.15.03.04C Corrected
Findings: At the time of inspection, LS observed one child that did not have evidence of Part I of the health inventory filled out. LS asked provider to have the child's parent or guardian complete the form and then submit evidence to LS.
2023-04-20 Mandatory Review 13A.15.05.04A(2) Corrected
Findings: At the time of inspection, provider had a pack and play in a room that was not approved for napping, and stated that was where the infant naps. The room has no windows or exit door. Provider is informed that the infant can no longer nap there unless it is approved by the fire department, and it must be kept inaccessible to all children in care. Provider must keep the infant in the recreation room during nap time, which is the current approved napping area. Provider stated that since she has started as a child care provider, she has been using this room for napping. However, this room is not approved in the current registration or the current fire inspection.
2022-03-09 Full 13A.15.03.04C Corrected
Findings: Specialist was unable to review proof of one or both required lead blood test for more than one child enrolled in care. Provider is asked to obtain this information and submit photographic evidence upon completion.
2022-03-09 Full 13A.15.05.04A(4) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed a child sleeping in a play pen in a pitch dark room in the basement. Provider confirmed that they turn the light on in the hallway when the child is checked on while sleeping. Provider is asked to obtain a camera or light source in that area for the child to be able to be seen when physical checks are not being done.
2021-03-04 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2020-09-21 Full
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2020-05-06 Other
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2019-05-28 Mandatory Review 13A.15.06.02E(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed First Aid and CPR that expired April 4, 2019. Provider shall obtain first aid and CPR training and submit training certificates.
2018-05-18 Full 13A.15.03.03B Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of a written record of attendance for children in care.
2018-05-18 Full 13A.15.03.04B Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed one child's health assessment with part 1 partially completed.
2018-05-18 Full 13A.15.05.06C(2) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed 6 sleeping items available in the child care area. 8 children were in care.
2018-05-18 Full 13A.15.09.01A Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of the written schedule of daily activities posted. Provider's daily schedule lists "art activity or outdoor play" for the afternoon. Provider is reminded to list afternoon outdoor playtime as a daily activity (when weather permits).
2018-05-18 Full 13A.15.10.01A(4) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of an update on the emergency and disaster preparedness plan for 2017 or 2018. Corrected at time of inspection.
2018-05-18 Full 13A.15.10.01H(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of liquid fragrance free soap or a triangular bandage in the first aid kit.

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