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License #P-178754 · Home-based · Family Child Care
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Progress Reports
A child who receives [REDACTED] medication at the program does not have a signed parent medication consent form. Educator also does not record a medication administration log.
One child has a progress report that was last completed in April 2024. Some children did not have any progress reports in their file. Written progress reports must be completed every three months for infants and children with special needs, every six months for toddlers and preschoolers, and once a year for school aged children (5 years and older).
Current consent for administered medications
Evacuation Logs
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Children's Records
Emergency Preparedness
Napping Materials
2025 EEC evacuation log was reviewed, and last drill was conducted in August. Evacuation drills must be conducted with the children and logged every month.
Five children's files were reviewed during the visit. One child has an outdated enrollment packet and no annual update form in his file. The other children had current enrollment packets or annual update forms signed in October 2025. Physical/immunization documentation was up to date.
Exit signs were not posted as required. Plan for meeting potential emergencies is complete in the EEC parent handbook. Reviewed a written emergency evacuation plan.
Sleep mats are used for napping older children. Bedding for the children was observed to touching on a shelf in the closet. These napping materials must be stored separately.
EEC evacuation log was reviewed, and last drill was conducted in September 2024. Evacuation drills must be conducted with the children and logged every month.
Evacuation Logs
Progress Reports
Developmental checklists reviewed were last completed in February or April of 2024. Some children did not have any progress reports in their file. Written progress reports must be completed every three months for infants and children with special needs, every six months for toddlers and preschoolers, and once a year for school aged children (5 years and older).
The bottom of the stairs to the second floor were not gated. Multiple outlets in two outlet extenders against a wall were not covered as required.
Evacuation Logs
Progress Reports
Exit Safety
Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - R Apr 2025
The educator did not have an evacuation log available for review. Evacuation drills must be conducted with the children and logged every month.
Developmental checklists were last completed in 2022. Written progress reports must be completed every three months for infants and children with special needs, every six months for toddlers and preschoolers, and once a year for school aged children (5 years and older).
Electric outlets covered, no frayed electrical cords
Attendance Logs
Hot water temperature in the bathroom sink was 132 degrees. Discussed turning off the hot water to that sink or placing a clamp on it. Hot water where the children wash their hands must not exceed 120 degrees.
Observed a dangling blind cord in the bedroom window. Discussed ensuring the cords are never dangling as this poses a choking hazard.
Emergency Preparedness - R Apr 2025
Water Temperature
The cabinets and drawers under the bathroom sink were not locked and contained various hazards. Cabinet and drawers must be locked, or hazards removed.
This investigation inspection recorded no violations or advisories.
Outdoor Playspace - Hazards/Porches and Decks
Backyard playspace. No new equipment added. Observed ladders next to the playspace. Discussed putting a tarp over them or surrounding with a play gate to prevent children access if they cannot be removed.
Indoor Space - free of hazards
The cabinet under the bathroom sink was not locked and contained hazards such as Listerine and cleaning sprays. Cabinet must be locked or hazards removed.
First aid kit is missing roller bandage, small scissors, and a thermometer. Emergency cards with photos of each child are kept on a keychain by the kitchen door.
First Aid Kit
Attendance Logs
Extra clothing for the children is kept in a wooden cabinet in the living room. Clothing is not separated. Discussed using large Ziploc bags or bins for each child.
Extra clothing & assuring children are dressed appropriately for the weather
Electrical outlets in the bedroom were uncovered. Candle was burning on the stove top in the kitchen.
Front door exit was not shoveled.
The front door exit was blocked by large totes.
Indoor Hazards
Windows
Attendance for the day of the visit was not available. Discussed tracking attendance in a notebook with the daily arrival and departure times of the children recorded as they happen. Attendance must be accessible to others and accurate at any given point in the day.
Exit signs were not posted. Plan for meeting potential emergencies is complete in the EEC parent handbook.
Observed an uncovered electrical outlet in the living room.
Attendance sheet was not accurate at the time of visit. Attendance must record the daily arrival and departure times of the children and be accurate at any given point in the day.
Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - R Apr 2025
Exit Safety