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Laura Benjamin

Putnam CT 06260 · License #DCFH.57691 · Home-based · Family Child Care Home

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Capacity 9 childrenAges 6 mo – 52 yrLast inspected May 11, 2026

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Address: Putnam CT 06260 · Directions
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Does not accept Care 4 Kids
Licensed for 9 children

Violations, past 3 yrs

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High-risk violations

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Inspections, past 3 yrs

Monitoring & assessments

How This Facility Compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr

This facility

2.0

Putnam average

2.7

Connecticut average

3.2

Inspection History & Violations

Source: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood

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May 11, 2026Unannounced inspection - full1 violationCitedDetailsHide

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[-] · Corrected May 11, 2026

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Jul 1, 2025Unannounced inspection - full4 violationsCitedDetailsHide

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.

Substantiated Complaints

Complaint

Jan 21, 2025

Inspection & Findings

Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 03/06/2025

Questions to Ask on Your Tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

1How do you log medication administration, and who verifies it?
2When was your last playground and facility safety check, and what did it find?
3Can you show me how you document background and reference checks for new staff?

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Jul 11, 2023Unannounced inspection - full8 violationsCitedDetailsHide

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 These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.

[19a-87b-10(b)(2)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

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.

[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(A)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

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.

[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(B)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

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.

[19a-87b-10(b)(3)(C)-(D)-(F)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

The applicant, provider, prospective employees, assistants, substitutes and each household member shall submit to a comprehensive background check. Such persons shall not have record that the Commissioner reasonably believes renders such person ineligible. The provider shall not employ program staff who have a record the commissioner reasonably believes renders such staff ineligible. The provider shall maintain at the family child care home evidence of compliance with the comprehensive background check requirements. The provider shall make available to the OEC any information obtained concerning comprehensive background checks upon request.

[19a-87b-8a(a)-(f)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

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.

[19a-87b-9(d)(5)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

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.

[19a-87b-6(b)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

The provider shall be responsible for protecting the health and safety of the children from household pets and other animals at the facility. Animal waste shall be kept inaccessible to children. The provider shall develop and implement a written plan to keep any animal kept at the facility inaccessible to the children if the animal is known to be dangerous or aggressive. A current rabies vaccination certificate shall be kept on file at the family child care home for each dog and cat over fourteen (14) weeks of age. The provider shall be responsible for maintaining any animal kept at the facility in accordance with all applicable local and state laws and to have such documentation on file.

[19a-87b-9(o)] · Corrected Aug 9, 2023

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Aug 5, 2022Initial credential inspection6 violationsCitedDetailsHide

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.

[19a-87b-9(d)(4)(D)] · Corrected Aug 8, 2022

The provider shall have smoke detectors, in operating condition, placed in the home so as to protect day care children's sleeping areas, play areas and the basement. There shall be at least one smoke detector on each level of the facility.

[19a-87b-9(d)(6)] · Corrected Aug 8, 2022

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.

[19a-87b-9(d)(7)] · Corrected Aug 8, 2022

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.

[19a-87b-9(h)] · Corrected Aug 8, 2022

The provider shall be responsible for protecting the health and safety of the children from household pets and other animals at the facility. Animal waste shall be kept inaccessible to children. The provider shall develop and implement a written plan to keep any animal kept at the facility inaccessible to the children if the animal is known to be dangerous or aggressive. A current rabies vaccination certificate shall be kept on file at the family child care home for each dog and cat over fourteen (14) weeks of age. The provider shall be responsible for maintaining any animal kept at the facility in accordance with all applicable local and state laws and to have such documentation on file.

[19a-87b-9(o)] · Corrected Aug 8, 2022

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.

[19a-87b-6(b)] · Corrected Aug 8, 2022

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For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a complete immunization record.

For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a complete immunization record.

The provider shall allow infants to crawl or toddle, shall hold them for bottle feedings and at other times while at the family child care home, and shall give them individual attention, and verbal communication.

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.

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.

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.

The provider shall have smoke detectors, in operating condition, placed in the home so as to protect day care children's sleeping areas, play areas and the basement. There shall be at least one smoke detector on each level of the facility.