Cited finding
The telephone number for reporting complaints, and
Loading
Loading facility…
Pulling inspections, violations, and complaints.
Loading
Pulling inspections, violations, and complaints.
Home › IA › Toledo › Melissa Vargas
License #52378 · Home-based · House
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
When they operate
Ages served
Ages not published.
Complaint outcomes are not published by Iowa HHS.
Tap a row to expand inspection details, findings, and the state record.
This annual inspection recorded no violations or advisories.
This annual inspection recorded no violations or advisories.
Leave your email if you want a note when this facility's license or enforcement status changes.
Data synced from Iowa Department of Health and Human Services on Jul 14, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
The telephone number for reporting complaints, and
The Internet address of the department of public health (www.iowasmokefreeair.gov) 470-5430 (Rev. 8/17) 1305 E. Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of Health And Human Services Kim Reynolds Adam Gregg Kelly K. Garcia Governor Lt. Governor Director 441 IAC 120.8(1)“n” Providers shall inform parents of the presence of any pet in the home.
Each dog or cat in the household shall undergo an annual health examination by a licensed veterinarian. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. This examination shall verify that the animal’s routine immunizations, particularly rabies, are current and that the animal shows no evidence of endoparasites (roundworms, hookworms, whipworms) and ectoparasites (fleas, mites, ticks, lice).
Each pet bird in the household shall be purchased from a dealer licensed by the Iowa department of agriculture and land stewardship and shall be examined by a veterinarian to verify that it is free of infectious diseases. Acceptable veterinary examinations shall be documented on Form 470-5153, Veterinary Health Certificate. Children shall not handle pet birds.
Aquariums shall be well maintained and installed in a manner that prevents children from accessing the water or pulling over a tank.
All animal waste shall be immediately removed from the children’s areas and properly disposed of. Children shall not perform any feeding or care of pets or cleanup of pet waste.
No animals shall be allowed in the food preparation, food storage, or serving areas during food preparation and serving times 441 IAC 120.8(3) Medications and Hazardous Materials 441 IAC 120.8(3)“b” A first-aid kit shall be available and easily accessible whenever children are in the child development home, in the outdoor play area, in vehicles used to transport children, and on field trips. The kit shall be sufficient to address first aid related to minor injury or trauma and shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. The kit shall, at a minimum, include adhesive bandages, bottled water, disposable tweezers, and disposable plastic gloves. 441 IAC 120.8(3)“c” Medications shall be given only with the parent’s or doctor’s written authorization. Each prescribed medication shall be accompanied by a physician’s or pharmacist’s direction. Both nonprescription and prescription medications shall be in the original container with directions intact and labeled with the child’s name. All medications shall be stored properly and, when refrigeration is required, shall be stored in a separate, covered container so as to prevent contamination of food or other medications. All medications shall be stored so they are inaccessible to children. Any medication administered to a child shall be recorded, and the record shall indicate the name of the medication, the date and time of administration, and the amount given 441 IAC 120.8(4) Emergency Plans 441 IAC 120.8(4) Emergency Plans: plans in case of man-made or natural disaster shall be written and posted by the primary and secondary exits. The plans shall clearly map building evacuation routes and tornado and flood shelter areas. 441 IAC 120.8(4) “a” Fire and tornado drills shall be practiced monthly and the provider shall keep documentation evidencing compliance with monthly practice on file for the current year and the previous year. 470-5430 (Rev. 8/17) 1305 E. Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114 Iowa Department of He
evacuation to safely leave the facility
relocation to a common, safe location after the evacuation
shelter-in-place to take immediate shelter where you are when it is unsafe to leave that location due to the emergent issue
lock down protocol to protect children and providers from an external situation
communication plan and plans for reunification with families
continuity of operations plans
Melissa still needs to obtain the annual pet exam on the HHS approved form for the 2 dogs. She still needs to send pictorial verification when obtained.
Melissa still needs to develop her Emergency Preparedness plan. We did have a discussion as to what this should entail, and she does have an example of information that should be included. Melissa needs to send pictorial verification when completed.
Melissa has obtained a majority of the documentation required for a child's file but still needs to obtain the physical and immunization record. This Addendum is approved by supervisor on 10/11/2024 3:43:23 PM Non-compliance with any of the mandated requirements listed above may lead to the cancellation of your Child Care Assistance Provider Agreement. Please take whatever steps are necessary to completely address each of the violations noted above. It is essential you correct all above-mentioned violations. Please do not hesitate to contact me at DHS at 319-429-0749 or [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this letter. Sincerely, Christine Weber Social Worker II Sheila Aunspach Social Work Supervisor 09/19/2024 Always Remember: Child Care Resource and Referral is an excellent resource for providers to access training options and support in your area. You can reach Child Care Resource and Referral at 877-216-8481 470-5430 (Rev. 8/17) 1305 E. Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-0114