Amelia's Home Day Care

10A NCAC 09 .0901 · Violation

Name of Operation: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: ANITA GRAHAM Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 166 Time In: 10:32 AM Time Out: 01:18 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 complete the Annual Compliance monitoring. This facility operates with a Four (4) Star License permit, which was issued on January 30, 2019. The facility earned seven (7) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and the quality point for program options met. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 26, 2024. The provider, Ms. Amelia Holloway, was present and assisted me during today's visit. There are two (2) preschool age children present at my arrival. The children were observed participating in a screen time activity, free play, routines, having lunch and resting. A full assessment of child care requirements was monitored during the visit. The program and space requirements, the license was posted, and restrictions maintained. Staff supervision, interactions with children and capacity. Emergency Numbers, Emergency Procedures and the First Aid postings were available for viewing, and daily schedule was posted. Indoor and outdoor equipment and Furnishings were also monitored. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five (75) percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Your current compliance history is ninety-eight 98%. The following violations were observed, cited, and technical assistance was provided. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Clorox bleach, Lysol wipes, Lysol sprays and other aerosol products were observe unmaintained in proper storage. .1719 (a)(7) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The additional caregiver providing care for the children could not provide the CBC letter. A check of the ABCMS system for early child care does not document a CBC for the provider present during the visit. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 920 Records were not made available for review. The provided did not have/maintain all of the required records required for the Division Representative to review, including information on the additional care giver who was present and assisting in providing care this date. G.S. 110-91(9) 2035 Operator did not document screen time on a cumulative log or activity plan and/or it was not available for review. Operator did not document screen time log, activity nor did they maintain the required fifteen-(15) minute restriction to amount of time children should participate in screen time. Children were allowed unlimited time viewing videos. .1718(b)(3) 9995 All other rules must be followed even if there is not a specific violation number listed on this form. Menu observed posted had a date of March 2025 and substitutions were not marked on the menu. Chapter 10 of the NC General Statues or 10A NCAC Chapter 09 The above violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter sent to my office stating how and when the items of non-compliance were addressed and corrected. The letter should reach my office by or before 5:00 pm, September 17, 2025. Please include the name and ID number of your facility, on your facility letterhead. Please close the letter with your electronic signature. If the letter has not been received by my office by 5:00pm, on September 17, 2025, a return visit may be necessary to ensure compliance with childcare requirements. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Childcare licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to always maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: SCREENTIME REQUIREMENT: screentime must be limited to fifteen (15) minutes per day and no more than 2/12 hours per week per child aged three (3) years and up. The screen should be used for developmental purposes and children who are under three (3) years of age should be given a separate activity, as they are not allowed screentime. GENERAL SAFETY: Electrical sockets, including power strips, must be equipped with safety covers when not in use. Fire drills must be conducted and documented/recording within thirty (30) days of the previous month’s drill. The lockdown/shelter-in-space drills must also be conducted and documented quarterly or every three (3) months. Products with two or more warnings must be maintained in locked storage, these include but are not limited to Clorox, (bleach and wipes), aerosol spray cans, such as Lysol, Febreze, or any products dispensed under pressure. Please ensure that Any items with even one (1) warning are stored at least five (5) feet up and out of reach of children. Nutrition Requirements: Menu items must be planned a week in advance and available for Division Representative Review. See the rule below. The menus posted today has a March date. GENERAL NUTRITION REQUIREMENTS 10A NCAC 09 .0901 (b) When food is prepared by or provided by the center, menus for nutritious meals and snacks shall be planned at least one week in advance. At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. RECORDS: All program records must be available to review by the Division Representative upon request. These include inspections, children’s records/application which must include all the required information such as, copies of immunization; must be on file on the first day of enrollment, the health assessments, signed by a physician, must be on file for each child enrolled in the program within thirty-days (30) of enrollment, hospital/physician preferences, additional information: Parents must provide information such as possible allergies, fears or behaviors a child may or may not have. You have indicated that you have two “additional care givers. All required records for both of these caregivers must be available for review by the Division Representative. All additional care givers, must complete a Criminal Background check prior to providing care for children. Please also remember additional care givers left alone with children must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. (see the DCDEE website) ncchildcare@dhhs.nc.gov. Click on the Provider Tab, hover over Provider Documents/Forms, click on the Family Child Care and search for all forms records requirements. A follow-up visit will be conducted to ensure all records are available, up-to-date and accurate. Further violations may be cited if compliance is not achieved. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Preparing for North Carolina’s New QRIS System As you prepare to participate in Pathways to the Stars; North Carolina’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is being modernized to provide more flexible and equitable ways for programs to demonstrate quality. Beginning later this year, providers will be able to choose from three star-rating pathways: Program Assessment, Classroom & Instructional Quality Accreditation. This new approach allows programs to align their strengths with the pathway that best fits their operations. Now is the time to prepare. Programs should begin evaluating staff qualifications including updating staff education in NC Works, curriculum, and classroom interactions to determine the most suitable pathway. Updates to staff qualification standards and assessment tools are expected, and while current star ratings remain valid for now, all new ratings will be issued under the revised QRIS system. Your program’s quality should reflect not only compliance, but also a strong commitment to best practices, child development, and continuous improvement. Providers are encouraged to take advantage of available technical assistance and training opportunities. A provider meeting will be held on September 17, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 PM more information will be forthcoming. Please plan to attend this meeting to learn more about the new QRIS system. If I can be of further help to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I can be reached at anita.c.graham@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also reach me by phone at 336-894-0609. If you cannot reach me, you may contact my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. 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: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: ANITA GRAHAM Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 166 Time In: 10:32 AM Time Out: 01:18 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 complete the Annual Compliance monitoring. This facility operates with a Four (4) Star License permit, which was issued on January 30, 2019. The facility earned seven (7) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and the quality point for program options met. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 26, 2024. The provider, Ms. Amelia Holloway, was present and assisted me during today's visit. There are two (2) preschool age children present at my arrival. The children were observed participating in a screen time activity, free play, routines, having lunch and resting. A full assessment of child care requirements was monitored during the visit. The program and space requirements, the license was posted, and restrictions maintained. Staff supervision, interactions with children and capacity. Emergency Numbers, Emergency Procedures and the First Aid postings were available for viewing, and daily schedule was posted. Indoor and outdoor equipment and Furnishings were also monitored. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five (75) percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Your current compliance history is ninety-eight 98%. The following violations were observed, cited, and technical assistance was provided. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Clorox bleach, Lysol wipes, Lysol sprays and other aerosol products were observe unmaintained in proper storage. .1719 (a)(7) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The additional caregiver providing care for the children could not provide the CBC letter. A check of the ABCMS system for early child care does not document a CBC for the provider present during the visit. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 920 Records were not made available for review. The provided did not have/maintain all of the required records required for the Division Representative to review, including information on the additional care giver who was present and assisting in providing care this date. G.S. 110-91(9) 2035 Operator did not document screen time on a cumulative log or activity plan and/or it was not available for review. Operator did not document screen time log, activity nor did they maintain the required fifteen-(15) minute restriction to amount of time children should participate in screen time. Children were allowed unlimited time viewing videos. .1718(b)(3) 9995 All other rules must be followed even if there is not a specific violation number listed on this form. Menu observed posted had a date of March 2025 and substitutions were not marked on the menu. Chapter 10 of the NC General Statues or 10A NCAC Chapter 09 The above violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter sent to my office stating how and when the items of non-compliance were addressed and corrected. The letter should reach my office by or before 5:00 pm, September 17, 2025. Please include the name and ID number of your facility, on your facility letterhead. Please close the letter with your electronic signature. If the letter has not been received by my office by 5:00pm, on September 17, 2025, a return visit may be necessary to ensure compliance with childcare requirements. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Childcare licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to always maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: SCREENTIME REQUIREMENT: screentime must be limited to fifteen (15) minutes per day and no more than 2/12 hours per week per child aged three (3) years and up. The screen should be used for developmental purposes and children who are under three (3) years of age should be given a separate activity, as they are not allowed screentime. GENERAL SAFETY: Electrical sockets, including power strips, must be equipped with safety covers when not in use. Fire drills must be conducted and documented/recording within thirty (30) days of the previous month’s drill. The lockdown/shelter-in-space drills must also be conducted and documented quarterly or every three (3) months. Products with two or more warnings must be maintained in locked storage, these include but are not limited to Clorox, (bleach and wipes), aerosol spray cans, such as Lysol, Febreze, or any products dispensed under pressure. Please ensure that Any items with even one (1) warning are stored at least five (5) feet up and out of reach of children. Nutrition Requirements: Menu items must be planned a week in advance and available for Division Representative Review. See the rule below. The menus posted today has a March date. GENERAL NUTRITION REQUIREMENTS 10A NCAC 09 .0901 (b) When food is prepared by or provided by the center, menus for nutritious meals and snacks shall be planned at least one week in advance. At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. RECORDS: All program records must be available to review by the Division Representative upon request. These include inspections, children’s records/application which must include all the required information such as, copies of immunization; must be on file on the first day of enrollment, the health assessments, signed by a physician, must be on file for each child enrolled in the program within thirty-days (30) of enrollment, hospital/physician preferences, additional information: Parents must provide information such as possible allergies, fears or behaviors a child may or may not have. You have indicated that you have two “additional care givers. All required records for both of these caregivers must be available for review by the Division Representative. All additional care givers, must complete a Criminal Background check prior to providing care for children. Please also remember additional care givers left alone with children must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. (see the DCDEE website) ncchildcare@dhhs.nc.gov. Click on the Provider Tab, hover over Provider Documents/Forms, click on the Family Child Care and search for all forms records requirements. A follow-up visit will be conducted to ensure all records are available, up-to-date and accurate. Further violations may be cited if compliance is not achieved. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Preparing for North Carolina’s New QRIS System As you prepare to participate in Pathways to the Stars; North Carolina’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is being modernized to provide more flexible and equitable ways for programs to demonstrate quality. Beginning later this year, providers will be able to choose from three star-rating pathways: Program Assessment, Classroom & Instructional Quality Accreditation. This new approach allows programs to align their strengths with the pathway that best fits their operations. Now is the time to prepare. Programs should begin evaluating staff qualifications including updating staff education in NC Works, curriculum, and classroom interactions to determine the most suitable pathway. Updates to staff qualification standards and assessment tools are expected, and while current star ratings remain valid for now, all new ratings will be issued under the revised QRIS system. Your program’s quality should reflect not only compliance, but also a strong commitment to best practices, child development, and continuous improvement. Providers are encouraged to take advantage of available technical assistance and training opportunities. A provider meeting will be held on September 17, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 PM more information will be forthcoming. Please plan to attend this meeting to learn more about the new QRIS system. If I can be of further help to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I can be reached at anita.c.graham@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also reach me by phone at 336-894-0609. If you cannot reach me, you may contact my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. 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. 110-91 · Violation

Name of Operation: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: ANITA GRAHAM Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 166 Time In: 10:32 AM Time Out: 01:18 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 complete the Annual Compliance monitoring. This facility operates with a Four (4) Star License permit, which was issued on January 30, 2019. The facility earned seven (7) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and the quality point for program options met. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 26, 2024. The provider, Ms. Amelia Holloway, was present and assisted me during today's visit. There are two (2) preschool age children present at my arrival. The children were observed participating in a screen time activity, free play, routines, having lunch and resting. A full assessment of child care requirements was monitored during the visit. The program and space requirements, the license was posted, and restrictions maintained. Staff supervision, interactions with children and capacity. Emergency Numbers, Emergency Procedures and the First Aid postings were available for viewing, and daily schedule was posted. Indoor and outdoor equipment and Furnishings were also monitored. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five (75) percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Your current compliance history is ninety-eight 98%. The following violations were observed, cited, and technical assistance was provided. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Clorox bleach, Lysol wipes, Lysol sprays and other aerosol products were observe unmaintained in proper storage. .1719 (a)(7) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The additional caregiver providing care for the children could not provide the CBC letter. A check of the ABCMS system for early child care does not document a CBC for the provider present during the visit. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 920 Records were not made available for review. The provided did not have/maintain all of the required records required for the Division Representative to review, including information on the additional care giver who was present and assisting in providing care this date. G.S. 110-91(9) 2035 Operator did not document screen time on a cumulative log or activity plan and/or it was not available for review. Operator did not document screen time log, activity nor did they maintain the required fifteen-(15) minute restriction to amount of time children should participate in screen time. Children were allowed unlimited time viewing videos. .1718(b)(3) 9995 All other rules must be followed even if there is not a specific violation number listed on this form. Menu observed posted had a date of March 2025 and substitutions were not marked on the menu. Chapter 10 of the NC General Statues or 10A NCAC Chapter 09 The above violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter sent to my office stating how and when the items of non-compliance were addressed and corrected. The letter should reach my office by or before 5:00 pm, September 17, 2025. Please include the name and ID number of your facility, on your facility letterhead. Please close the letter with your electronic signature. If the letter has not been received by my office by 5:00pm, on September 17, 2025, a return visit may be necessary to ensure compliance with childcare requirements. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Childcare licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to always maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: SCREENTIME REQUIREMENT: screentime must be limited to fifteen (15) minutes per day and no more than 2/12 hours per week per child aged three (3) years and up. The screen should be used for developmental purposes and children who are under three (3) years of age should be given a separate activity, as they are not allowed screentime. GENERAL SAFETY: Electrical sockets, including power strips, must be equipped with safety covers when not in use. Fire drills must be conducted and documented/recording within thirty (30) days of the previous month’s drill. The lockdown/shelter-in-space drills must also be conducted and documented quarterly or every three (3) months. Products with two or more warnings must be maintained in locked storage, these include but are not limited to Clorox, (bleach and wipes), aerosol spray cans, such as Lysol, Febreze, or any products dispensed under pressure. Please ensure that Any items with even one (1) warning are stored at least five (5) feet up and out of reach of children. Nutrition Requirements: Menu items must be planned a week in advance and available for Division Representative Review. See the rule below. The menus posted today has a March date. GENERAL NUTRITION REQUIREMENTS 10A NCAC 09 .0901 (b) When food is prepared by or provided by the center, menus for nutritious meals and snacks shall be planned at least one week in advance. At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. RECORDS: All program records must be available to review by the Division Representative upon request. These include inspections, children’s records/application which must include all the required information such as, copies of immunization; must be on file on the first day of enrollment, the health assessments, signed by a physician, must be on file for each child enrolled in the program within thirty-days (30) of enrollment, hospital/physician preferences, additional information: Parents must provide information such as possible allergies, fears or behaviors a child may or may not have. You have indicated that you have two “additional care givers. All required records for both of these caregivers must be available for review by the Division Representative. All additional care givers, must complete a Criminal Background check prior to providing care for children. Please also remember additional care givers left alone with children must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. (see the DCDEE website) ncchildcare@dhhs.nc.gov. Click on the Provider Tab, hover over Provider Documents/Forms, click on the Family Child Care and search for all forms records requirements. A follow-up visit will be conducted to ensure all records are available, up-to-date and accurate. Further violations may be cited if compliance is not achieved. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Preparing for North Carolina’s New QRIS System As you prepare to participate in Pathways to the Stars; North Carolina’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is being modernized to provide more flexible and equitable ways for programs to demonstrate quality. Beginning later this year, providers will be able to choose from three star-rating pathways: Program Assessment, Classroom & Instructional Quality Accreditation. This new approach allows programs to align their strengths with the pathway that best fits their operations. Now is the time to prepare. Programs should begin evaluating staff qualifications including updating staff education in NC Works, curriculum, and classroom interactions to determine the most suitable pathway. Updates to staff qualification standards and assessment tools are expected, and while current star ratings remain valid for now, all new ratings will be issued under the revised QRIS system. Your program’s quality should reflect not only compliance, but also a strong commitment to best practices, child development, and continuous improvement. Providers are encouraged to take advantage of available technical assistance and training opportunities. A provider meeting will be held on September 17, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 PM more information will be forthcoming. Please plan to attend this meeting to learn more about the new QRIS system. If I can be of further help to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I can be reached at anita.c.graham@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also reach me by phone at 336-894-0609. If you cannot reach me, you may contact my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. 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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: ANITA GRAHAM Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 9/3/2025 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 9/3/2025 Age: From 1 To 3 Total Minutes: 166 Time In: 10:32 AM Time Out: 01:18 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 complete the Annual Compliance monitoring. This facility operates with a Four (4) Star License permit, which was issued on January 30, 2019. The facility earned seven (7) points in education, two (2) points in program standards and the quality point for program options met. The last annual compliance visit was conducted on September 26, 2024. The provider, Ms. Amelia Holloway, was present and assisted me during today's visit. There are two (2) preschool age children present at my arrival. The children were observed participating in a screen time activity, free play, routines, having lunch and resting. A full assessment of child care requirements was monitored during the visit. The program and space requirements, the license was posted, and restrictions maintained. Staff supervision, interactions with children and capacity. Emergency Numbers, Emergency Procedures and the First Aid postings were available for viewing, and daily schedule was posted. Indoor and outdoor equipment and Furnishings were also monitored. Child Care programs are expected to always achieve and maintain compliance and are required by NC GS 110-90(4) (d) to achieve and maintain an eighteen-month compliance history score of at least seventy-five (75) percent. Any violation(s) documented may impact the compliance history score. Your current compliance history is ninety-eight 98%. The following violations were observed, cited, and technical assistance was provided. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. Clorox bleach, Lysol wipes, Lysol sprays and other aerosol products were observe unmaintained in proper storage. .1719 (a)(7) 918 Prior to employment, a Criminal Background Check was not completed. The additional caregiver providing care for the children could not provide the CBC letter. A check of the ABCMS system for early child care does not document a CBC for the provider present during the visit. G.S. 110-90.2; .2703(a) 920 Records were not made available for review. The provided did not have/maintain all of the required records required for the Division Representative to review, including information on the additional care giver who was present and assisting in providing care this date. G.S. 110-91(9) 2035 Operator did not document screen time on a cumulative log or activity plan and/or it was not available for review. Operator did not document screen time log, activity nor did they maintain the required fifteen-(15) minute restriction to amount of time children should participate in screen time. Children were allowed unlimited time viewing videos. .1718(b)(3) 9995 All other rules must be followed even if there is not a specific violation number listed on this form. Menu observed posted had a date of March 2025 and substitutions were not marked on the menu. Chapter 10 of the NC General Statues or 10A NCAC Chapter 09 The above violations must be corrected immediately and a compliance letter sent to my office stating how and when the items of non-compliance were addressed and corrected. The letter should reach my office by or before 5:00 pm, September 17, 2025. Please include the name and ID number of your facility, on your facility letterhead. Please close the letter with your electronic signature. If the letter has not been received by my office by 5:00pm, on September 17, 2025, a return visit may be necessary to ensure compliance with childcare requirements. You were provided with an opportunity to ask questions regarding interpretation and implementation of all childcare requirements. Childcare licensing rules and regulations are established to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children in care. Therefore, it is important for you to be knowledgeable of all the licensing requirements that apply to your program. It is your responsibility to always maintain compliance with all the applicable laws and rules. The best way for you to make sure that you meet all requirements is to periodically review the childcare laws and rules. Both are available on the DCDEE website https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/, on the home page under the ‘Services’ tab. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: SCREENTIME REQUIREMENT: screentime must be limited to fifteen (15) minutes per day and no more than 2/12 hours per week per child aged three (3) years and up. The screen should be used for developmental purposes and children who are under three (3) years of age should be given a separate activity, as they are not allowed screentime. GENERAL SAFETY: Electrical sockets, including power strips, must be equipped with safety covers when not in use. Fire drills must be conducted and documented/recording within thirty (30) days of the previous month’s drill. The lockdown/shelter-in-space drills must also be conducted and documented quarterly or every three (3) months. Products with two or more warnings must be maintained in locked storage, these include but are not limited to Clorox, (bleach and wipes), aerosol spray cans, such as Lysol, Febreze, or any products dispensed under pressure. Please ensure that Any items with even one (1) warning are stored at least five (5) feet up and out of reach of children. Nutrition Requirements: Menu items must be planned a week in advance and available for Division Representative Review. See the rule below. The menus posted today has a March date. GENERAL NUTRITION REQUIREMENTS 10A NCAC 09 .0901 (b) When food is prepared by or provided by the center, menus for nutritious meals and snacks shall be planned at least one week in advance. At least one dated copy of the current week's menu shall be posted where it can be seen by parents and food preparation staff when food is prepared or provided by the center. RECORDS: All program records must be available to review by the Division Representative upon request. These include inspections, children’s records/application which must include all the required information such as, copies of immunization; must be on file on the first day of enrollment, the health assessments, signed by a physician, must be on file for each child enrolled in the program within thirty-days (30) of enrollment, hospital/physician preferences, additional information: Parents must provide information such as possible allergies, fears or behaviors a child may or may not have. You have indicated that you have two “additional care givers. All required records for both of these caregivers must be available for review by the Division Representative. All additional care givers, must complete a Criminal Background check prior to providing care for children. Please also remember additional care givers left alone with children must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. (see the DCDEE website) ncchildcare@dhhs.nc.gov. Click on the Provider Tab, hover over Provider Documents/Forms, click on the Family Child Care and search for all forms records requirements. A follow-up visit will be conducted to ensure all records are available, up-to-date and accurate. Further violations may be cited if compliance is not achieved. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Preparing for North Carolina’s New QRIS System As you prepare to participate in Pathways to the Stars; North Carolina’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) is being modernized to provide more flexible and equitable ways for programs to demonstrate quality. Beginning later this year, providers will be able to choose from three star-rating pathways: Program Assessment, Classroom & Instructional Quality Accreditation. This new approach allows programs to align their strengths with the pathway that best fits their operations. Now is the time to prepare. Programs should begin evaluating staff qualifications including updating staff education in NC Works, curriculum, and classroom interactions to determine the most suitable pathway. Updates to staff qualification standards and assessment tools are expected, and while current star ratings remain valid for now, all new ratings will be issued under the revised QRIS system. Your program’s quality should reflect not only compliance, but also a strong commitment to best practices, child development, and continuous improvement. Providers are encouraged to take advantage of available technical assistance and training opportunities. A provider meeting will be held on September 17, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 PM more information will be forthcoming. Please plan to attend this meeting to learn more about the new QRIS system. If I can be of further help to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. I can be reached at anita.c.graham@dhhs.nc.gov. You may also reach me by phone at 336-894-0609. If you cannot reach me, you may contact my supervisor Kaye Adkins at kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Thank you for your assistance during today’s visit. 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: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: CAROLINE SYKES Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 6/18/2025 Number Present: 1 Completed Date: 6/18/2025 Age: From 3 To 3 Total Minutes: 120 Time In: 10:35 AM Time Out: 12:35 PM Time In: Time Out: List to Use: Family CC Home Type Of Visit: Routine Unannounced Announced/Unannounced: Unannounced The purpose of today’s unannounced visit was to monitor compliance with applicable child care requirements during a Routine Unannounced Visit. This family child care home is operating with a four-star rated license. Upon arrival, I was invited in by the provider, Amelia Holloway. I informed her of the purpose of today’s visit. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning areas. Ms. Holloway assisted by gathering the records for me to review. During today’s visit a partial assessment of applicable child care requirements was conducted. I observed the following violations. Violation Number Comment Rule 930 Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years from the date of issuance). The childcare provider had an expired criminal background check and had not began the process to renew the letter. G.S. 110-90.2 & .2703(n) & (o) 1831 A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility. The provider's qualification letter had expired. G.S. 110-90.2 (b) & (d) & .2703(e) .1702(b)(1) The above violation must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement/ letter via email or mail by 7/2/2025. In the letter, include the following information: 1. Your facility Name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number(s) 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your signature My email address is caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Violations were cited regarding the provider having an expired criminal background check. We discussed the importance of completing the background check as required to ensure that your information is up to date and there is no interference in the operation of the program. REMINDERS: The qualification letter for A. Holloway has expired. You must complete the criminal background check and submit your qualification letter to me by July 3, 2025. If I do not receive the letter before July 3, 2025, you may not provide care for children until the letter is received. I reviewed today’s visit with Ms. Holloway and provided her with an opportunity to ask me questions regarding the visit and interpretation and implementation of child care requirements. RESOURCES: -The Health and Safety Trainings are offered on the DCDEE Moodle format. These trainings are free, and participants will receive training certificates when completed. -For other upcoming training opportunities please visit the Early Years website at: earlyyearsnc.org -Child care programs can order free posters from the NC Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center at https://healthychildcare.unc.edu/. -For information on recalls regarding children’s products, food, medicine, and other products please visit www.recalls.gov . You can also sign up for e-mail alerts for recalled products at this site. If you have questions or concerns, please contact me at caroline.sykes@dhhs.nc.gov or by phone at 336-266-4938. 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: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 9/26/2024 Number Present: 0 Completed Date: 9/26/2024 Age: From 0 To 0 Total Minutes: 160 Time In: 10:30 AM Time Out: 01:10 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 compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit. This family child care home is operating with a four-star rated license. Upon arrival, I was invited in by the provider, Amelia Holloway. I informed her the purpose of today’s visit. There were no children present today. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning areas. Ms. Holloway assisted by gathering the records for me to review. Ms. Holloway told me she no longer transports children. I reminded her to contact me in advance if she wants to transport children to a park, field trips, etc. I observed the following violation. Violation Number Comment Rule 911 Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file. "There was no immunization record for M. Torain on file." GS 110-91(1); .1721(a)(2) The above violation must be corrected immediately. I must receive a compliance statement/ letter via email or mail by 10/10/2024. In the letter, include the following information: 1. Your facility Name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number(s) 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your signature My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and the mailing address is PO Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. Technical Assistance It may help to check the file checklist maintained in the children’s files as you receive the required records and follow up with the parents for the items not received. I also discussed with Ms. Holloway, as an option, to consider requiring the receipt of children’s records prior to enrollment of a child as a way to ensure compliance. Reminder Reach out to me if you when you think you want to transport children again so that I can monitor that you meet transportation requirements. Other Information >Lead in water and asbestos testing: You must take the Pre-enrollment webinar available at www.cleanwaterforUSkids.org/carolina to begin the process for testing. This is part of Rule changes, effective 1/1/2024: They include.1707(1) and.1725(a)(2); .2204(3). The test results should be completed and on file by January 1, 2025. You may read the rules in its entirety by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Go to the Provider tab and hover over it. In the drop-down box Click on Child Care Rules. Scroll down to the North Carolina Child Care Rules and Law section. Click on Chapter 9- Child Care Rules for the most current rules. >Weighted blankets or vests: Blankets of any type are prohibited for children aged 0 to 12 months, per .0606(a)(2) Safe Sleep Policy. The current child care rules specifically state no blankets or other items can be used/placed with a sleeping infant aged 12 months or younger. I reviewed today’s visit with Ms. Holloway and provided her with an opportunity to ask me questions regarding the visit and interpretation and implementation of child care requirements. I had no internet connection during the visit. Thank you for the visit. You may reach me at boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-706-2871 if you have any questions or concerns. My mailing address is P.O, Box 1374, Mebane, NC 27302. The contact information for my supervisor, Kaye Adkins, is 336-580-2527 or kaye.adkins@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 .1724 · Violation

Name of Operation: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 01:55 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 compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit at this four-star family child care home. Upon arrival, I was invited in by the provider, Amelia Holloway. I informed her of the purpose of my visit. Her adult grandson and a three-year-old great grandson were visiting. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning environment. I reviewed the program records and the provider and children’s records. I observed the infant child awake taking a bottle and being held. Ms. Holloway told me today she has not transported the children anywhere and that she will not be taking them on "outings" anymore. I received a written request from Ms. Holloway to take Transportation off the facility information. I observed the following violations today. I reviewed the items with Ms. Holloway and provided technical assistance. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. "There was a bottle of detergent and an aerosol can of product on top of the washer near the entrance door." .1719 (a)(7) 923 Operator did not keep records of monthly fire drills, quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drills, incident reports, incident logs, accurate attendance, emergency numbers, emergency preparedness and response plan, field trip/transportation permission, pet vaccinations records and/or playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks for a minimum of one year. "There were no recent records of playground check, emergency drill, and the attendance record showing the arrival and departure time." .1721 (e)(7) 1804 Safe sleep policy and poster about safe sleep practices was not posted in a prominent place in the infant sleeping room or area where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. "The provider did not have the Safe Sleep policy posted." .1724(b) 1808 Signed statement did not include the date the operator's safe sleep policy was given and explained to the parent/guardian. "The acknowledgement of the receipt of the safe sleep policy from the parents was not on file for the two infants." 10A NCAC 09 .1724(c)(3) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due by 10/26/2023. This time, email a compliance statement/ letter to me and Kaye Adkins, my supervisor. Include in the letter the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and Ms. Adkin’s email address is kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Compliance: Child care providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance >Playground check and fire drill must be completed once a month. An emergency drill must be completed every three months. >Store detergents in locked storage at all times. >The Summary of NC Child Care Law brochure and poster have been revised and can be accessed on the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. >Rated License process was discussed. Your facility is in Cohort 2, meaning year 2024-2025 is a preparation year and the assessment of the rated license begins in year 2025. >Print and file your CPR and First Aid cards upon receipt after the training as a verification you took the training and passed it. >Using the Health and Safety Ttraining Record form I emailed you, record the Health and Safety Training information and have it available for review during my visits. > It is the child care operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Provider forms and documents can be assessed on the same website. > If you have questions about the background check process, please call (919) 814-6401 or email DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Regulatory was extremely slow today. While I am on leave in the next two months, please reach out to my supervisor, Kaye Adkins, for any questions or concerns: Kaye.Adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527. 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

NC GS 110-90 · Violation

Name of Operation: AMELIA'S HOME DAY CARE Facility ID: 73000178 Consultant: BOON TROTT Operation Type: Family CC Home Case Number: Visit Date: 10/12/2023 Number Present: 2 Completed Date: 10/12/2023 Age: From 0 To 3 Total Minutes: 215 Time In: 10:20 AM Time Out: 01:55 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 compliance with applicable child care requirements during an Annual Compliance Visit at this four-star family child care home. Upon arrival, I was invited in by the provider, Amelia Holloway. I informed her of the purpose of my visit. Her adult grandson and a three-year-old great grandson were visiting. I conducted a walk-through of the indoor and outdoor learning environment. I reviewed the program records and the provider and children’s records. I observed the infant child awake taking a bottle and being held. Ms. Holloway told me today she has not transported the children anywhere and that she will not be taking them on "outings" anymore. I received a written request from Ms. Holloway to take Transportation off the facility information. I observed the following violations today. I reviewed the items with Ms. Holloway and provided technical assistance. Violation Number Comment Rule 706 Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care. "There was a bottle of detergent and an aerosol can of product on top of the washer near the entrance door." .1719 (a)(7) 923 Operator did not keep records of monthly fire drills, quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drills, incident reports, incident logs, accurate attendance, emergency numbers, emergency preparedness and response plan, field trip/transportation permission, pet vaccinations records and/or playground inspections monthly outdoor safety checks for a minimum of one year. "There were no recent records of playground check, emergency drill, and the attendance record showing the arrival and departure time." .1721 (e)(7) 1804 Safe sleep policy and poster about safe sleep practices was not posted in a prominent place in the infant sleeping room or area where parents and caregivers are able to view daily. "The provider did not have the Safe Sleep policy posted." .1724(b) 1808 Signed statement did not include the date the operator's safe sleep policy was given and explained to the parent/guardian. "The acknowledgement of the receipt of the safe sleep policy from the parents was not on file for the two infants." 10A NCAC 09 .1724(c)(3) The above violations must be corrected immediately. A compliance letter is due by 10/26/2023. This time, email a compliance statement/ letter to me and Kaye Adkins, my supervisor. Include in the letter the following information: 1. Your facility name and ID# 2. Visit date 3. Violation item number 4. How and when the violation was corrected (Be specific) 5. Your name and position My email address is boon.trott@dhhs.nc.gov, and Ms. Adkin’s email address is kaye.adkins@dhhs.nc.gov. Compliance: Child care providers are required to maintain compliance with all applicable child care rules and regulations at all times. NC GS 110-90(4)(d) requires all child care facilities to maintain compliance history score of at least 75% for the past 18 months or during the length of time the facility operated, whichever is less. Failure to do so may result in an issuance of a provisional license or other administrative action. Technical Assistance >Playground check and fire drill must be completed once a month. An emergency drill must be completed every three months. >Store detergents in locked storage at all times. >The Summary of NC Child Care Law brochure and poster have been revised and can be accessed on the Division’s website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/Provider/Provider-Documents-and-Forms. >Rated License process was discussed. Your facility is in Cohort 2, meaning year 2024-2025 is a preparation year and the assessment of the rated license begins in year 2025. >Print and file your CPR and First Aid cards upon receipt after the training as a verification you took the training and passed it. >Using the Health and Safety Ttraining Record form I emailed you, record the Health and Safety Training information and have it available for review during my visits. > It is the child care operator’s responsibility to be familiar and up to date on the most current child are rules. Child Care Rulebook can be accessed by going to the DCDEE Website, https://ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov/. Provider forms and documents can be assessed on the same website. > If you have questions about the background check process, please call (919) 814-6401 or email DHHS.CBC.Unit@dhhs.nc.gov. Regulatory was extremely slow today. While I am on leave in the next two months, please reach out to my supervisor, Kaye Adkins, for any questions or concerns: Kaye.Adkins@dhhs.nc.gov or 336-580-2527. 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