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Lakewood CO 80232 · License #1552806 · Home-based · Family Child Care Home
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2.312.F · Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a building and physical premises training. The training must include identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, vehicular traffic, handing and storage of hazardous materials, and the appropriate storage of biological contaminants.:
Reviewed provider's file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of building and physical premises training. Correction: Prior to working with children, all staff members must complete the building and physical premises training. Correct immediately and respond with a copy of training certificate to Licensing Specialist Correct by 04/09/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.335.G · Fire hazards such as defective electrical or gas appliances and electric cords, dangerous or defective heating or cooking equipment, or exposed wiring, must be repaired by a qualified repair and/or service company or removed from the family child care home.
One exposed wire was observed to be within one (1) foot from the water heater. Correction: Exposed wiring, must be repaired by a qualified repair and/or service company or removed from the family
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
2.321.A.3 · Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent(s) or guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the licensed family child care home.
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Reviewed four child files and observed CH2 and CH4’s file to be missing current Health Statement. Correction: Obtain documentation of updated Health Statement and submit to licensing specialist. Correct by 05/09/2026
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.320.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s) or guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
Reviewed four child files and observed CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4's files to be missing current emergency medical authorization form, signed and dated by parent/guardian. Correction: Obtain a current emergency medical authorization form, signed and dated by parent/ guardian, for all children at the time of enrollment and annually thereafter. Correct immediately and respond with verification of signed emergency medical authorization form to licensing specialist. Correct by 04/09/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.321.A.2.c · At the time of admission, the parent or guardian must provide the following information to the provider for each child entering the family child care home: Documentation of school-required immunization status or medical or nonmedical exemption, is required by the Colorado Board of Health.. Up-to-date, school-required immunizations must be documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) certificate of immunization or on an "approved alternate" certificate of immunization as described in CDPHE regulations at 6 CCR 1009-2:VI(A), (May 15, 2023), no later editions or amendments are incorporated. These regulations are available from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at no cost at www.sos.state.co.us/CCR. These regulations are also available for public inspection and copying at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, 710 S. Ash St., Denver, CO 80246, during regular business hours.. Colorado law requires that proof of immunization be provided prior to the first day of admission.
Reviewed four child files and observed CH3 and CH4’s files to be missing immunization records on approved FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ form. Correction: Obtain immunization record on approved form for all children at the time of enrollment. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance to Licensing Specialist. Correct by 04/09/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.320.A.1 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. The admission record must include: The child’s full name, date of birth, current address, and date of enrollment;
Reviewed four child files and observed CH1 to be missing an admission record. Correction: Obtain an admission record for each child prior to or at the time of the child's admission and update annually or when changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. Correct immediately and submit written plan of ongoing compliance to Licensing Specialist. Correct by 04/09/2026
Corrected Corrected by Apr 9, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.R.1 · The primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members shall: Complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year. At least three (3) of the fifteen (15) clock hours must be in social emotional development.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of 15 annual clock hours of ongoing training, including 3 hours of social emotional content. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of 15 annual clock hours of ongoing training, including 3 hours of social emotional content, for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 06/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.313.A · Prior to working with children, unless otherwise specified in rules, personnel files for equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must be available for review by the Department and must include:
Identified through Provider Miriam’s statement that no file was available for review by Specialists for Benjamin P (Applicant 2) and son Oscar (Other Adult Household Member). Miriam stated Oscar cares for the children alone when she must leave for appointments, etc. Neither Benjamin nor Oscar are equally qualified. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Obtain files that contain all required components for Applicant 2 Benjamin and Substitute Oscar. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.P · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “Injury Prevention for Homes" training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Injury Prevention for Homes" training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 06/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.G · Prior to working with children, if working with children less than three (3) years of age, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma” training, expired as of 2/10/2020. The provider had 3 children under the age of 3 years in care at time of inspection. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma” training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.H · Prior to working with children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department approved training about child abuse prevention, including common symptoms and signs of child abuse how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ training about child abuse prevention, including common signs and symptoms. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, including common signs and symptoms for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.N · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “Recognizing the Impact of Bias” training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Recognizing the Impact of Bias” training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 06/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.J · Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider and all individuals responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunization records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of CDPHE immunization training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved training for CDPHE immunization training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 06/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved emergency and disaster preparedness training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved emergency and disaster preparedness training for the Provider and all applicable staff. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.M · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “Introduction to Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education” training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Introduction to Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education” training. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 06/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.321.A.5 · Health statements for children over two (2) years to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric HealthCare or as required in writing by health care provider. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Reviewed six child files and observed CH5’s file to be missing current Health Statement, expired as of 05/30/24. Correction: Obtain current Health Statement for all children enrolled in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 06/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.321.B.8 · All medications in the family child care home, except those medications specified in the Department-approved medication administration training as emergency medications, must be locked and inaccessible to children, but available to the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, qualified substitute, or staff members trained in administering medication.
The following medications, were observed to be accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard: -Hallway closet near restroom: Advil PM and Metamucil -Hallway closet near kitchen : Miralax -Kitchen: Weekly medication dispenser filled with miscellaneous medications in unsecured drawer Correction: All medications must be kept locked and inaccessible to children at all times, unless otherwise specified in rule. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.336.C.1 · All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ reach of children.”
The following items,were observed to be accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard: -Unsecured drawer in Kitchen: adult scissors, knives -Entry table on first floor: Hand Sanitizer (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) -Playroom on top of changing table : Honest brand wipes (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) -Playroom shelf: Container with Diaper creams Honest brand wipes (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) Correction: All hazardous items and items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" must be kept inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.337.D.3 · Outdoor play space, including areas under decks must be free from safety hazards including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, tools, propane, gasoline, building scraps, and scrap metal.
In an unsecured garage across from the outdoor patio play area, the following hazards were observed: -Unsecured garage by play area/patio: Propane tank -Unsecured Garage by play area/patio : two cans of BEHR paint (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”, sharp hand tools (pliers) Correction: All hazardous items and items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" must be kept inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.336.C.2 · In rooms accessible to children, all electrical outlets and power strips must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed; all exposed light bulbs accessible to children in areas where children can play must have protective covers. Electrical cords must be in good condition and must not pose strangulation, falling, or tripping hazards.
In the front family room, observed 4 non-safety outlets to be uncovered and accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All non-safety outlets must be covered and inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.C.1.c · The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: For each adult eighteen (18) years of age or older, who begin residing in the home after care begins, requests must be submitted within five (5) calendar days of when he or she begins residing in the home, and these adults must not be allowed unsupervised access to children in care until all background checks have been successfully completed.
Identified through Provider Miriam’s statement that Adult Household Member Becca S. moved into Provider’s home and she was not added to the Provider’s license and no background checks were initiated. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: For each adult eighteen (18) years of age or older who begins residing in the home after care begins, requests must be submitted within five (5) calendar days of when he or she begins residing in the home. Correct immediately. The provider must review the Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) webpage PowerPoint. Submit verification that the provider reviewed the PowerPoint within 24 hours. Notify the Licensing Specialist in writing once the resident has completed the fingerprinting process. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 letter.
Reviewed son Oscar P.’s (Adult Household Member) criminal background checks in database and observed expiration date to be 9/15/24. Correction: Provider must review ‘Navigating the Background Check’ the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification the provider reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and notify the Licensing Specialist in writing once the resident has completed the fingerprinting process. Submit written response to Specialist by 6/20/25. Correct by 05/20/2025
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.320.A.7 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s) or guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;
Reviewed four children's files and observed one child to have expired authorization for emergency medical care. Correction: Obtain updated authorization for emergency medical care. Correct immediately. Correct by 06/17/2024
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.707.71.B.1 · The provider must obtain written authority to arrange for emergency medical care for each child. Written authorization to obtain emergency medical care must be on file prior to or on the first day of admission and must be re-authorized annually.
Reviewed 6 children's files and observed CH5 and Ch6 to have expired written authorization for emergency medical care Correction: Obtain updated written authorization for emgency medical care for all children. Correct immediately. Correct by 08/03/2023
Corrected Corrected by Aug 3, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.