Hands Of Purpose Child Care

G.S.110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: HANDS OF PURPOSE CHILD CARE Facility ID: 32001674 Consultant: MANDY ANNUNZIATA Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 7/1/2025 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 7/1/2025 Age: From 8 To 8 Total Minutes: 135 Time In: 10:15 AM Time Out: 12:30 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the provider, Myi-Shanka McMillian, who assisted me during today’s visit. LICENSE STATUS The family child care home currently operates with a Four Star license issued on January 29, 2018. The program received seven points for Staff Education, two points for Program Standards, and one Quality Point. INSPECTIONS/DRILLS STATUS -The last annual compliance visit was conducted on 7/11/24. -The last documented monthly outdoor play area inspection was completed on 6/17/25. -The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on 6/17/25. -The last documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 6/17/25. MONITORING I completed a walk-through of the home, including the children’s space, kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor play area. At the time of the visit, there one child present aged eight years old. There are four children enrolled. The child was observed painting, interacting with the caregiver, and engaging in free play. The provider stated that because all the children enrolled are school-aged, she schedules weekly field trips to parks, sports activities, the movies, and the pool. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted. I used a checklist to monitor all applicable requirements, including but not limited to supervision, capacity, health and safety requirements, equipment and furnishings, and program records. The provider does transport children; therefore, this requirement was monitored and found in compliance. No enrolled children have medications or medical care plans, so these requirements were not monitored. Children 12 months or younger are not enrolled; therefore, safe sleep requirements were not monitored. The provider verified that all the information on the FCCH Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was correct. INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT Inside the home, children are cared for in a converted garage. A variety of items for learning through play are available, including manipulatives, blocks, books, art materials, and home living props and materials for school-aged children. The bathroom is located within sight of the children’s play area. The outdoor play area is a fenced side yard with a variety of gross motor equipment. VIOLATIONS The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 925 Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home. Three children's files were missing a signed discipline policy. G.S.110-91(10); .1727(a)&(b) 1900 Children who participate in aquatic activities did not have a permission slip on file. Three children's files were missing the aquatic activities permission form. .1730 (f) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules, any violations documented today must be corrected immediately. I need to receive your compliance letter by July 15, 2025. The letter must address each violation and explain specifically when and how it was corrected, as well as how you will prevent the same violations from happening in the future. Please send this to mandy.annunziata@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following information: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the facility’s compliance history score was 100%. According to NC General Statute 110-90(4)(d), all facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least 75% for the past 18 months. Failure to maintain compliance may result in an administrative action. The facility was not in compliance with all applicable minimum licensing requirements during today’s visit and violations were documented that could impact the center’s overall compliance history score. An updated compliance history score will be generated after today’s visit, and you will be informed of the results during the next visit to your program. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE -An important part of running a child care business is record-keeping. Today, the children’s files were missing two important forms: permission for aquatic activities and the discipline policy. You stated that you would create a form today to give to parents to sign. To ensure each child’s file is complete going forward, you should use the children’s file checklist available on the DCDEE website in “Provider Documents and Forms” under the “Provider” tab. CONSULTATION -You can access and update your EPR plan by using your NCID to log into the North Carolina Risk Management Portal at https://rmp.nc.gov/portal/portal.aspx. Please review and update your EPR plan yearly. -Criminal Backgrounds Checks for the provider and all household members 16 years of age and older should be completed every five years. TRAINING REMINDERS -Training from 7/11/24 to 6/30/25 was reviewed today and documented on the Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form. All required on-going training hours have been completed for this year. -CPR and First Aid must be renewed every two years. Your CPR and First Aid certification is valid until 6/20/25. -ITS-SIDS training must be renewed every three years. Your training expires on 6/22/28. -Health and safety training must be renewed every five years. our training expires on 7/19/28. RATED LICENSE STATUS The NC State Legislature has extended “hold harmless” status until new rated licensing guidelines are in place, and you may opt to keep your current license and delay your rated license assessment until the new guidelines are adopted. Please use this time to update your WORKS account with your education information. You can visit the North Carolina Rated License Project website (https://www.ncrlap.org) for resources regarding the rated license assessment process and the FCCH self-study. AGENCY UPDATES Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website frequently for any new policies or rules. Go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, and click on the “What’s New” tab for all agency updates, including QRIS Modernization. I recommend exploring the new pathway options to obtain a rated license. It is important to note that the new QRIS rules are not yet effective. However, the Division is preparing for a gradual transition to the new requirements. Resources, forms, and training will be provided to support you in preparing for new options to earn your Two- through Five-Star Rated License. All the newest information will be posted at https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Licensing/Star-Rated-License/QRIS-Modernization and will also be provided through emails and Raise NC newsletters. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at (919) 971-6255 or mandy.annunziata@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

10A NCAC 09.1721 · Violation

Name of Operation: HANDS OF PURPOSE CHILD CARE Facility ID: 32001674 Consultant: SHAMEQUA WILKERSON-HARRIS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 7/11/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 7/11/2024 Age: From 5 To 7 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:25 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. I was accompanied by Child Care Consultant Amanda Annunziata. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the provider, Myi-Shanka McMillian, who assisted us during today’s visit. LICENSE STATUS The Family Child Care Home currently operates with a four-star license issued on January 29, 2018. The program received two points for Program Standards, seven points for Staff Education, and one Quality Point for having no more than two children under one year of age. The facility is approved to operate on first, second, and third shift. INSPECTIONS/DRILLS STATUS -The last documented monthly outdoor play area inspection was completed on 6/7/2024. -The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on 7/8/2024. -The last documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 6/7/2024. -The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2023. MONITORING I completed a walk-through of the home, including the children’s space, kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor play area. At the time of the visit, there was one child present five years of age. Two children arrived within the hour ranging in age from six to seven years old. There are six children enrolled. The children were observed having free play, interacting with the provider, and completing routine tasks. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted. I used a checklist to monitor all applicable requirements, including but not limited to supervision, capacity, health and safety requirements, equipment and furnishings, and program records. The provider does transport children; therefore, this requirement was monitored. The vans utilized to transport the children were not monitored during today’s visit. The two vans were being serviced. We monitored the SUV (license plate # KCN-5732), which was in compliance. No enrolled children have medications or medical care plans, so these requirements were not monitored. No children 12 months or younger are enrolled; therefore, safe sleep requirements were not monitored. The provider verified that all the information on the FCCH Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was correct. INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT Inside the home, children are cared for in the room on the left from the entrance way. A variety of items for learning through play are available, including manipulatives, blocks, books, art materials, and home living props. The bathroom and changing table are located within sight of the children’s play area). The outdoor play area is located on the side of the home and is fenced with a variety of gross motor equipment). VIOLATIONS The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Two children enrolled on 6/1/2024, and one child enrolled on 3/1/2024 did not have a health assessment on file during today's visit. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. Two children enrolled on 6/1/2024 and one child enrolled on 3/1/2024 did not have an immunization record on file. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules, any violations documented today must be corrected immediately. I need to receive your compliance letter by July 25, 2024. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to mandy.annunziata@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following information: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the facility’s compliance history score was 98%. According to NC General Statute 110-90(4)(d), all facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least 75% for the past 18 months. Failure to maintain compliance may result in an administrative action. (The facility was not in compliance with all applicable minimum licensing requirements during today’s visit and violations were documented that could impact the center’s overall compliance history score.) An updated compliance history score will be generated after today’s visit, and you will be informed of the results during the next visit to your program. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The following item was discussed during today’s visit to assist you in remaining in compliance. CHILDREN FILES During today’s visit three children did not have a health assessment and immunization record on file. The provider stated that she will notify the parents to submit the health assessment and immunization records. We discussed with the provider that parents have 30 days from the enrollment date to submit the records. We recommended using the children files checklist to ensure that all required documents are received. The children's checklist can be located at ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov under provider documents and forms. CONSULTATION TRAINING REMINDERS -Training from 7/19/23 to 7/11/24 was reviewed today and documented on the Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form. You completed forty (40) training hours. You will have 2.5 hours to carry over for your next annual compliance visit. All required training hours should be completed by June 30, 2025. -CPR and First Aid must be renewed every two years. (Your CPR and First Aid expires on 7/20/2025). -Health and safety training must be renewed every five years. (Your training expires on 7/19/2028). --ITS-SIDS training must be renewed every three years. (Your training expires on 5/18/2026). --Criminal Backgrounds Checks for all staff members should be completed every five years. You need to renew your background check before it expires on 03/06/2028. RATED LICENSE STATUS Your facility has been designated part of Cohort 1 for license renewal. Your prep year began on July 1, 2023 and the assessment period began on July 1, 2024. However, the NC State Legislature has extended “hold harmless” status until new rated licensing guidelines are in place, and you may opt to keep your current license and delay your rated license assessment until the new guidelines are passed. Please use this extra time to update your WORKS account with your education information. You can visit the North Carolina Rated License Project website (https://www.ncrlap.org) for resources regarding the rated license assessment process and the FCCH self-study. AGENCY UPDATES Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website frequently for any new policies or rules. Go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, and click on the “What’s New” tab for all agency updates. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at (919) 971-6255 or mandy.annunziata@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

GS 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: HANDS OF PURPOSE CHILD CARE Facility ID: 32001674 Consultant: SHAMEQUA WILKERSON-HARRIS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 7/11/2024 Number Present: 3 Completed Date: 7/11/2024 Age: From 5 To 7 Total Minutes: 140 Time In: 09:25 AM Time Out: 11:45 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor applicable child care requirements during your annual compliance visit. I was accompanied by Child Care Consultant Amanda Annunziata. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the provider, Myi-Shanka McMillian, who assisted us during today’s visit. LICENSE STATUS The Family Child Care Home currently operates with a four-star license issued on January 29, 2018. The program received two points for Program Standards, seven points for Staff Education, and one Quality Point for having no more than two children under one year of age. The facility is approved to operate on first, second, and third shift. INSPECTIONS/DRILLS STATUS -The last documented monthly outdoor play area inspection was completed on 6/7/2024. -The last documented monthly fire drill was conducted on 7/8/2024. -The last documented quarterly lockdown/shelter-in-place drill was conducted on 6/7/2024. -The last annual compliance visit was conducted on July 18, 2023. MONITORING I completed a walk-through of the home, including the children’s space, kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor play area. At the time of the visit, there was one child present five years of age. Two children arrived within the hour ranging in age from six to seven years old. There are six children enrolled. The children were observed having free play, interacting with the provider, and completing routine tasks. A full assessment of child care requirements was conducted. I used a checklist to monitor all applicable requirements, including but not limited to supervision, capacity, health and safety requirements, equipment and furnishings, and program records. The provider does transport children; therefore, this requirement was monitored. The vans utilized to transport the children were not monitored during today’s visit. The two vans were being serviced. We monitored the SUV (license plate # KCN-5732), which was in compliance. No enrolled children have medications or medical care plans, so these requirements were not monitored. No children 12 months or younger are enrolled; therefore, safe sleep requirements were not monitored. The provider verified that all the information on the FCCH Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form was correct. INDOOR/OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT Inside the home, children are cared for in the room on the left from the entrance way. A variety of items for learning through play are available, including manipulatives, blocks, books, art materials, and home living props. The bathroom and changing table are located within sight of the children’s play area). The outdoor play area is located on the side of the home and is fenced with a variety of gross motor equipment). VIOLATIONS The following violations were observed and documented during today’s visit: Violation Number Comment Rule 910 Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. Two children enrolled on 6/1/2024, and one child enrolled on 3/1/2024 did not have a health assessment on file during today's visit. GS 110-91(1); 10A NCAC 09.1721(a)(1) 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. Two children enrolled on 6/1/2024 and one child enrolled on 3/1/2024 did not have an immunization record on file. GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) In order to comply with the NC Laws and Rules, any violations documented today must be corrected immediately. I need to receive your compliance letter by July 25, 2024. The letter must address each violation and explain how it has been corrected. Please send this to mandy.annunziata@dhhs.nc.gov and include the following information: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the facility’s compliance history score was 98%. According to NC General Statute 110-90(4)(d), all facilities must maintain a compliance history of at least 75% for the past 18 months. Failure to maintain compliance may result in an administrative action. (The facility was not in compliance with all applicable minimum licensing requirements during today’s visit and violations were documented that could impact the center’s overall compliance history score.) An updated compliance history score will be generated after today’s visit, and you will be informed of the results during the next visit to your program. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE The following item was discussed during today’s visit to assist you in remaining in compliance. CHILDREN FILES During today’s visit three children did not have a health assessment and immunization record on file. The provider stated that she will notify the parents to submit the health assessment and immunization records. We discussed with the provider that parents have 30 days from the enrollment date to submit the records. We recommended using the children files checklist to ensure that all required documents are received. The children's checklist can be located at ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov under provider documents and forms. CONSULTATION TRAINING REMINDERS -Training from 7/19/23 to 7/11/24 was reviewed today and documented on the Verification of Required Information for Operator and Additional Caregivers form. You completed forty (40) training hours. You will have 2.5 hours to carry over for your next annual compliance visit. All required training hours should be completed by June 30, 2025. -CPR and First Aid must be renewed every two years. (Your CPR and First Aid expires on 7/20/2025). -Health and safety training must be renewed every five years. (Your training expires on 7/19/2028). --ITS-SIDS training must be renewed every three years. (Your training expires on 5/18/2026). --Criminal Backgrounds Checks for all staff members should be completed every five years. You need to renew your background check before it expires on 03/06/2028. RATED LICENSE STATUS Your facility has been designated part of Cohort 1 for license renewal. Your prep year began on July 1, 2023 and the assessment period began on July 1, 2024. However, the NC State Legislature has extended “hold harmless” status until new rated licensing guidelines are in place, and you may opt to keep your current license and delay your rated license assessment until the new guidelines are passed. Please use this extra time to update your WORKS account with your education information. You can visit the North Carolina Rated License Project website (https://www.ncrlap.org) for resources regarding the rated license assessment process and the FCCH self-study. AGENCY UPDATES Please check the Division of Child Development and Early Education’s website frequently for any new policies or rules. Go to https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, and click on the “What’s New” tab for all agency updates. CONTACT INFORMATION If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact me at (919) 971-6255 or mandy.annunziata@dhhs.nc.gov. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times

G.S. 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: HANDS OF PURPOSE CHILD CARE Facility ID: 32001674 Consultant: SHAMEQUA WILKERSON-HARRIS Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 7/18/2023 Number Present: 8 Completed Date: 7/18/2023 Age: From 1 To 10 Total Minutes: 105 Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 11:30 AM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Annual Comp Full Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to assess applicable child-care requirements during your annual compliance visit. A checklist was used to note the requirements monitored today. The Family Child Care Home Provider, Myi-Shanka McMillian, was present and assisted me during today’s visit. I completed a general walk-through of the children’s space, outside play area, kitchen area and bathroom. At the time of the visit, there were eight (8) children present aging in range from one (1) to ten (10) years old. The children were observed playing in centers, water the garden, playing outside, interacting with the provider and completing routine tasks. LICENSE STATUS Currently this program operates with a Four-Star License issued January 29, 2018. The program earned seven (7) points in education standards, two (2) points in program standards, and one (1) quality point. The last annual compliance visit was completed on August 2, 2022. MONITORING During today’s visit, a full assessment was conducted monitoring all spaces occupied by the children, including the outdoor play environment. The provider’s and children files were reviewed. All spaces were monitored for supervision, child capacity, materials and equipment. The provider does not have a child under 12 months enrolled, therefore safe sleep requirements were not monitored. No children enrolled have medications or medical care plans, so these requirements were not monitored. Transportation is provided; the van was unavailable to be monitored. All other requirements were monitored. The FCCH provider verified the information on the Verification of required information for operator and additional caregiver’s form to be accurate. --PROGRAM RECORDS *The last documented fire drill was conducted 7/1/23. *The last documented shelter-in-place or lockdown drill was conducted 7/1/23. *The last documented playground inspection was conducted 7/1/23. The following violation was observed and documented: Violation Number Comment Rule 1846 An individual living in the household who had their 16th birthday after the initial licensing of a family child care home, did not complete and submit required forms within five business days. A resident in the FCCH turned 16 and did not obtain a criminal background check. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(q) To comply with the NC Laws and Rules any violations cited today MUST be corrected immediately. A compliance letter must be received on or before August 1, 2023, letter must address each violation, explain how it has been corrected and how the violation will maintain compliance in the future. Please make sure to include: -Facility name -Facility ID number -Each item number The letter can be emailed to Shamequa.Wilkerson-Harris@dhhs.nc.gov or mailed to: Shamequa Wilkerson-Harris 300 Sugar Maple Avenue Wake Forest, NC 27587 COMPLIANCE HISTORY Prior to today’s visit, the program’s compliance history was 98%. According to NC General Statue 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain a compliance history score of at least 98% for the past eighteen months or during the length of time the facility has operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in the issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. CONSULTATION AND REMINDERS The following items were discussed during today’s visit to improve the quality of your program. RATED LICENSE STATUS On Monday June 12, 2023, the hold harmless legislation was extended and signed into law. All facilities are allowed to remain at their current star level without reassessment until June 30, 2024. Your facility has been determined to be in Cohort 1. Your reassessment year will be between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025. I will reach out to you prior to the beginning of your preparation year. Please use this time to make sure all your staff have a WORKS account with all education information updated. Also review updated resources on the North Carolina Rated License Project (NCRLAP) website (www.ncrlap.org). You may also want to consider the FCCERS-R self-study process and timeline for completion since it must occur over a 3-month time period prior to your rated license reassessment. HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING Health and Safety trainings are now available through Moodle on the DCDEE website. These trainings are provided free of charge. You should use your NCID username and password to access the Moodle portal. The Health and Safety trainings must be renewed at least every five (5) years. If you completed the trainings in 2017, you should begin to retake the training now. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND As of July 11, 2022, criminal record checks are now to be renewed every five (5) years instead of three (3) years. Please make arrangements to complete your 5-year re-qualification before the expiration date. AGENCY UPDATES Please remember to check the Division of Child Development and Early Education website (ncchildcare.gov) on a weekly basis to stay up to date on all new policies and rules. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact me at Shamequa.Wilkerson-Harris@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 919 417-2872. If the operator fails to correct any documented violations within the established time period, the Division of Child Development and Early Education may deny, suspend, terminate, or revoke any permit to operate (10A NCAC 09 .2000). All information in this report has been reviewed with me today.I understand that it is my responsibility to maintaincompliance with applicable NC Child Care Requirements at all times