VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Renu Kumar
1523 N. Randolph Street
Arlington, VA 22207
(703) 243-2295

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: Sept. 3, 2019

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22VAC40-111 Administration 22VAC40-111 Personnel 22VAC40-111 Household Members 22VAC40-111 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household Members 22VAC40-111 Caregiver Training 22VAC40-111 Physical Environment and Equipment 22VAC40-111 Care of Children 22VAC40-111 Preventing the Spread of Disease 22VAC40-111 Medication Administration 22VAC40-111 Emergencies 22VAC40-111 Nutrition 22VAC40-111 Transportation 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies 54.1-3408 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication.

Technical Assistance:

Reviewed modification process once Arlington County approves a capacity increase to 12 children. Provider can send an email request along with a copy of the Zoning approval.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted today. Two caregivers were present with seven children for twenty three points which is within ratios for supervision. Observed children engaged in puzzles and free play. Reviewed three children's records and two caregiver records, emergency preparation for drills, written plan update, first aid and CPR certification as well as nutrition. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the violation notice. If you have any questions regarding the inspection, please feel free to contact me. Thank you Ann Dramstad Licensing Inspector 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@dss.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-111-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, one of three children's records was incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 was missing a second emergency contact address.
Plan of Correction:	Will contact parent to complete information.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-90-C
Description:	Based on record review, 1 of 3 children's record does not contain an updated immunization record for a child under two years of age. Evidence: Child #2's immunization record is older than six months and the child is under two years of age. Last documented immunization was 12/2018.
Plan of Correction:	The provider will contact the parent for an updated immunization record.
Standard #:	22VAC40-111-240-A
Description:	Based on observation, an area of the home is not in a safe condition as protruding nails are visible. Evidence: The lattice is loose from the back deck area where the children play and several nails are not flush to the wood posing a hazard that could entangle the skin.
Plan of Correction:	The nails will be repaired to ensure they are flush to the wood.