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Home › CO › Alamosa › First United Methodist Wee Care Center
2005 Mullins AVE, Alamosa CO 81101 · License #78581 · Child Care Center
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2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
At time of inspection Latara Q., Summer A., April G., and Tammie M. to have expired TRAILS clearance letters. Correction: Every five years, staff must update their TRAILS background check. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) webpage PowerPoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that the staff members named above have reviewed the PowerPoint within 24 hours. Send copies of clearance letters to the Licensing Specialist. Correct Immediately. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 01/06/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
At time of inspection Latara Q., Summer A., April G., and Tammie M. to have expired FBI clearance letters. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain documentation required to clear the CBI and FBI background checks. All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) webpage PowerPoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification that the staff members named above have reviewed the PowerPoint within 24 hours. Send missing documentation to the Licensing Specialist. Correct Immediately. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 01/06/2025
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) on Jul 9, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.226.A.3 · Children’s access to outdoor space must be provided daily, except during inclement weather.
Children are using an indoor space due to playground being under construction. Correction: All children must be provided access to outdoor space daily, except during inclement weather. Correct Immediately. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 01/06/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.H · Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all staff required to register with the Colorado Shines Professional Development Information System (listed in rule section 2.208(D)) must complete the Department-approved training course: Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education Programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
At time of inspection Summer A., Kim L. and Patricia F. to be missing Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education training. Correction: All staff within ninety (90) calendar days must complete a department approved Introduction to the Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education training. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 02/05/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.1.a · Center staff must have a monthly consultation with a current Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant who must meet one (1) of the following qualifications: A Licensed Registered Nurse with knowledge and experience in maternal and child health.
No evidence of monthly sonsultation with Child Care Health Consultant. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Center staff must have monthly consultation with a current department-approved child care health consultant. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 02/05/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.R · The center must have enough play materials and equipment so that at any one time each child for which the center is licensed for can be individually involved. Separate play rooms or separate interest centers must be provided for each category of equipment required for the program. A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available:
No evidence of sufficient art, dramatic play, math, dramatic play, science and books available for Red, Green, Yellow and Red classrooms. Correction: Centers must have enough play materials and a variety of materials and equipment at any time for each child at each center. Separate play rooms or separate interest centers must be provided for different categories: Art, blocks, books, dramatic play, gross motors, manipulative, music, science and math. Document compliance with the written response. Correct by 02/05/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.M · All staff who work with children must complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year, beginning with the start date of the employee. At least three (3) clock hours per year must be in the focus of social-emotional development.
No evidence of fifteen (15) hours of ongoing professional development training for the following staff members: DC, KL. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development training for all staff on file and available for review - Correct and respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 03/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.8 · All outdoor play areas used for children’s activities must be checked daily and kept safe and free from hazardous materials or debris by removal of debris, dilapidated structures, and broken or worn play equipment. The staff must identify hazardous, high-risk areas; those areas must be made inaccessible to children to reduce the possibility of injuries and accidents.
1.) Observed wood, tires, tarp, roll of temporary fencing, and older playground equipment stacked up on Preschool Playground in area accessible to children; 2.) Observed one broken/missing fence slat on fence between Preschool and Toddler playground. Correction: All outdoor areas used for children's activities must be checked daily and kept free of hazardous materials/debris/dilapidated structures - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.209.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
In 3 of 13 child files reviewed, no evidence of up-to-date emergency medical care authorization. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of up-to-date emergency medical care authorization for all attending children on file and available for review - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.B · Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.
1.) Observed storage shed on Infant/Toddler Playground with paint flakes peeling off structure; 2.) Observed black platform at base of slide on Preschool playground which poses tripping hazard. Correction: Indoor/outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be safe and free of hazards - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.237.K · Kitchens, including all hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times.
Previously cited on 05/18/2022; 04/18/2023 - Observed kitchen door open during site inspection. Correction: Kitchens, including hazardous items, must be inaccessible to children at all times - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction and plan for future compliance. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.I · Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ letter.
No evidence of up-to-date TRAILS Clearance Letter for the following staff members: RC, LQ. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of every five (5) year abuse/neglect inquiry background checks for all staff members in the care of children - Correct Immediately - All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff members RC, LQ have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 HOURS. Submit documentation of TRAILS Clearance Letter for staff members RC, LQ with written response to licensing specialist. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.C · Staff working with infants less than twelve (12) months old must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training prior to working with infants less than twelve (12) months old. This training must be renewed annually and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
No evidence of Safe Sleep Training for Director, DC, and Assistant Director, LQ. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of up-to-date Safe Sleep Training for all staff working with children less than twelve (12) months of age on file and available for review - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.D · Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.
No evidence of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Training for Director, DC, and Assistant Director, LQ. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of up-to-date Prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Training for all staff working with children less than three (3) months of age on file and available for review - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.219.B.3 · Statements of health status of children less than two (2) years of age must be updated as required FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ in writing by the health care provider, or in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care schedule at https://downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/periodicity_schedule.pdf, (4th ed. American Academy of Pediatrics; (2017) herein incorporated by reference. No later editions or amendments are incorporated. These recommendations are available at no cost from https://www.aap.org/. These recommendations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Bldg. C, Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.
In 1 of 13 child files reviewed, no evidence of up-to-date health statement. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of up-to-date health statement for all attending children on file and available for review - Correct and respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 03/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.D · Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three (3) years of age.
Previously cited on 08/12/2022; 04/18/2023 - Observed staples in use on hallway art board in area accessible to children. Correction: Staples must be inaccessible to children less than three years of age - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction and plan for future compliance. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.A · Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.
No evidence of Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Training for the following staff member: SG. Correction: Licensef facility must maintain evidence of Emergency and Disaster Preparedness Training for all staff members prior to working with children - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.230.C.1.b · Department-approved resilient surfacing includes loose fill materials such as wood chips, wood mulch, engineered wood fiber, pea gravel, synthetic pea gravel, shredded rubber tires, and sand. Solid unitary materials include poured in place surfacing, approved rubber mats, playground tiles, and Astroturf with built in resilient pad.
Observed resilient material blend/mix of pea gravel and rubber mulch on Infant/Toddler and Preschool Playgrounds under all climbing equipment; blend/mix of resilient surface materials does not meet CPSI standards. Correction: Resilient surfacing must meet CPSI and Department standards - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.213.G · Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually.
No evidence of up-to-date Child Abuse Prevention/Reporter Training for the following staff members: KL, LQ. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of up-to-date Child Abuse Prevention/Reporter Training for all staff within thirty (30) days of hire on file and available for review - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
2.217.C.1.a · Center staff must have a monthly consultation with a current Department-approved Child Care Health Consultant who must meet one (1) of the following qualifications: A Licensed Registered Nurse with knowledge and experience in maternal and child health.
No evidence of monthly consultation with Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC). Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of monthly consultation with Child Care Health Consultation (CCHC) on file and available for review - Correct and respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.217.C.8 · All Department-approved child care health consultants must complete the Department- approved Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment immunization course annually. The center must obtain and maintain proof of course completion.
No evidence of up-to-date CDPHE Immunization Training for Child Care Health Consultant. Correction: Licensed facility must maintain evidence of up-to-date CDPHE Immunization Training for Child Care Health Consultant on file and available for review - Correct and respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 03/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.211.B · Staff and children's records must be available, upon request, to authorized personnel of the Department.
Identified through discussion with Director, DC, no evidence Director's staff file was available for review at time of site inspection. Correction: Staff and children's records must be available for review upon request to authorized personnel of the Department - Correct Immediately - Respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 02/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.229.R · The center must have enough play materials and equipment so that at any one time each child for which the center is licensed for can be individually involved. Separate play rooms or separate interest centers must be provided for each category of equipment required for the program. A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available:
No evidence of sufficent art and dramatic play materials available in Blue, Green, Yellow, and Red Classrooms. Correction: Licensed facility must have anough play materials available so that at any one time each child for which the program is licensed can be individually involved in the following categories: 1. Art; 2. Blocks and accessories; 3. Books and pictures; 4. Dramatic play; 5. Gross motor; 6. Manipulatives; 7. Music; and 8. Science and Math - Correct and respond to licensing specialist with written confirmation of correction. Correct by 03/12/2024
Corrected Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.