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New London CT 06320 · License #DCFH.57840 · Home-based · Family Child Care Home
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[19a-87b-10(b)(2)(A)(v) and/or 19a-87b-10(l)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a complete immunization record.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(2)] · The provider shall have a complete and current general health record on file when the child begins attending the family child care home, signed and dated by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse. These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(c)] · All potentially harmful substances and materials shall be inaccessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
Follow-Up Visit for 07/30/2024
Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 09/16/2024
Inspection & Findings
Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 09/16/2024
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
[19a-87b-10(f)(1)] · Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child, with a snug fitting mattress covered by a tightly-fitted sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(a)] · The facility and equipment shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition and shall not pose a health hazard to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(c)] · All potentially harmful substances and materials shall be inaccessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(2)(A)(v) and/or 19a-87b-10(l)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a complete immunization record.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(f)(1)] · Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child, with a snug fitting mattress covered by a tightly-fitted sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(g)] · The provider shall change a child’s diapers frequently for the child's comfort. The hands of the provider and child shall be washed with soap and water after each diaper change. Each diapering surface shall be nonporous and disinfected after each use. Waste materials shall be disposed of in a sanitary manner out of the reach of children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-17(a)(2)] · The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and shall be kept on file at the family child care home for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication. The medication shall be administered only in accordance with the written permission of the parent(s).
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-17(a)(3)(A) and/or 19a-87b-17(a)(3)(B)] · The medication shall be stored in the original container and shall be appropriately labeled. The medication shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-17] · If the provider administers medications of any kind, they shall have written policies and procedures at the family child care home governing the administration of medications.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-6(b)] · The provider shall be physically, emotionally and mentally able to handle child care responsibilities and emergencies and shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems which may impair such ability or otherwise adversely affect the children in care. The provider shall furnish to the Office of Early Childhood, medical information and documentation as requested.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(4)] · There shall be two (2) readily accessible, passable, remotely located and safe means of escape from each room used for child care in the family child care home. Passageways leading to means of escape shall have adequate lighting and be kept free from barriers or obstructions. All means of escape shall be easily opened and kept free of obstructions at all times.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(5)] · The provider and staff shall be periodically instructed and kept informed of their duties under the plan and shall practice at least quarterly an emergency evacuation drill. A written log of the practiced drills shall be maintained at the family child care home for one year.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(m) and/or 19a-87b-9(n)] · The provider shall have at least one portable, readily accessible first aid kit where children are in care, including field trips. Each kit shall be a closed container for storing first aid supplies, accessible to the provider and substitute at all times but out of the reach of children. First aid kits shall contain required supplies and shall be restocked after use.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
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Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(1)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a current and complete enrollment form. This form shall be kept for one year after a child ceases to be enrolled in the family child care home.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(f)(1)] · Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child, with a snug fitting mattress covered by a tightly-fitted sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(f)(3) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(7)] · No potentially hazardous items shall be placed with an infant in a crib or hung over the side of a crib or other piece of equipment designed for sleeping except for a pacifier without attachments. Bibs and garments with ties or hooks shall be removed from infants that are placed to sleep. No toys or objects shall be attached to sleeping or rest equipment. No child under three years of age shall have access to teething necklaces, teething bracelets or other jewelry that could present a choking or strangulation hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-5(e)] · The provider shall care for no more than two (2) children under the age of eighteen months at one time, including the provider’s own children, except that the provider may care for up to six (6) children under the age of eighteen months when an approved assistant is present and assisting the provider.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-6(a)] · The provider shall have a copy of the regulations at the facility and shall have read and understood the family child care standards set forth in these regulations.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
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Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(2)] · The provider shall have a complete and current general health record on file when the child begins attending the family child care home, signed and dated by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse. These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(A)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying the name, address and telephone numbers of persons permitted to remove the child from the family child care home on behalf of the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(B)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying name, address and telephone numbers of emergency medical care provider for the children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(C)-(D)-(F)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying any activity away from the family child care home, including days and times, and transportation for children leaving the family child care home by the provider or staff.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(2)] · The provider shall have a complete and current general health record on file when the child begins attending the family child care home, signed and dated by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse. These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(A)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying the name, address and telephone numbers of persons permitted to remove the child from the family child care home on behalf of the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(B)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying name, address and telephone numbers of emergency medical care provider for the children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(C)-(D)-(F)] · For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying any activity away from the family child care home, including days and times, and transportation for children leaving the family child care home by the provider or staff.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(b)] · The facility and equipment shall be in good repair, and reasonably free from anything that may be potentially dangerous to children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(4)(E)-(5)] · The provider shall develop a written plan for the protection of children and staff in the event of emergencies.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(5)] · The provider and staff shall be periodically instructed and kept informed of their duties under the plan and shall practice at least quarterly an emergency evacuation drill. A written log of the practiced drills shall be maintained at the family child care home for one year.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(m) and/or 19a-87b-9(n)] · The provider shall have at least one portable, readily accessible first aid kit where children are in care, including field trips. Each kit shall be a closed container for storing first aid supplies, accessible to the provider and substitute at all times but out of the reach of children. First aid kits shall contain required supplies and shall be restocked after use.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(4)(D)] · Every stairway shall have a sturdy handrail with no areas in which a child may fall through, shall provide safe passageway and be maintained free of obstructions. There shall be a gate or other structure in place that may be hung, drawn or lowered at the entry of stairways accessible to children to prevent falls.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(2)] · Fasteners for doors to cupboards, closets and rooms shall be designed so that it is impossible for a child to become locked in the enclosed area. Every room used for child care or capable of access by children, when provided with a door latch or lock, shall be of a type that children can open from the inside and each lock shall be designed to permit opening of the locked door from the outside in an emergency. The opening device shall be readily accessible to the provider and staff.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(7)] · Family child care homes that utilize combustible fuel shall be equipped with at least one operable carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each occupied level of the home. CO detectors shall comply with the Underwriters Laboratories Standards for Safety and shall be operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(d)(8)] · The provider shall have easily accessible to the area of child care a minimum of one ABC multi-purpose fire extinguisher in operating condition that contains at least five pounds of fire extinguishing agent and shall have knowledge of its use and the ability to manage its use. Each fire extinguisher shall be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions, at a height not to exceed five (5) feet above the floor. Extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured in order to allow for immediate access.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(f)(1-2)] · There shall be sufficient indoor and outdoor play space to ensure appropriate activities, safety and comfort for the children at the facility. When outdoor play space does not exist at the facility, the provider shall identify alternate outdoor play space and develop a written plan that ensures the safe transportation of children to and from the alternate outdoor play space. The outdoor play space shall be protected from traffic, bodies of water, gullies, and other hazards by barriers, which effectively bar access in a manner safe for children.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-87b-9(h)] · The washing and toileting facilities shall be adequate to ensure the health, safety and comfort of the children in care. A mechanism for individual hand drying shall be accessible. Sewage and garbage disposal systems shall ensure a sanitary environment. Garbage and trash shall be disposed of properly and kept covered.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.