VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Sheuli Akhtar
538 South Lancaster Street
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 567-1369

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: July 12, 2023

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

X 8VAC20-800 Administration X 8VAC20-800 Personnel X 8VAC20-800 Household Members X 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household members X 8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training X 8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment X 8VAC20-800 Care of Children X 8VAC20-800 Preventing the Spread of Disease X 8VAC20-800 Medication Administration X 8VAC20-800 Emergencies X 8VAC20-800 Nutrition X 8VAC20-800 Transportation 8VAC20-800 Nighttime Care 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES X 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 20 Access to minor?s records X 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide X 54.1 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication. 63.2 Child abuse and neglect

Technical Assistance:

Consulted on training links, CLASS preparation and information (the provider participates in subsidy and has already had an observation), first aid and CPR having a hands-on component as well as general information about the standards.

Comments:

An unannounced renewal study was conducted from1:30 pm-2:45 pm. Seven children were present with two caregivers for sixteen points which is within ratios for supervision. Observed 2 children sleeping upon arrival, infant care (diapering and feeding), free play and watching television. Reviewed physical space, records for 3 children, all caregivers and household members background checks and health records, trainings for caregivers and emergency preparation. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	22.1-289.035-A
Description:	Based on provider statement and record review, a caregiver who supervises children when transporting has an expired Criminal Record Check (CRC). Evidence: 1. Caregiver #2's CRC expired 6/28/2023
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	22.1-289.036-A
Description:	Based on provider statement, an adult living in the home has not renewed the Criminal Record Check (CRC) within 5 years or before expiration of the current clearance. Evidence: 1. The CRC expired 6/9/2023 for HHM #7
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-960-E
Description:	Based on observation, a bottle for child #3 was not properly labeled. Evidence: 1 bottle for child #3 was missing the child's full name and date.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, 1 of 3 records was incomplete. Evidence: Child #6 was missing an annual update. Last reviewed 11/2021 and an update was not completed 11/2022.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-530-F
Description:	Based on observation, the crib had soft bedding in it while occupied. Evidence: Upon arrival, the Licensing Inspector observed child #7(13 months old) sleeping on top of a soft cushion.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-680-A
Description:	Based on observation, a caregiver failed to wash their hands prior to feeding a bottle to an infant. Child #3 was fed a bottle of formula and the assistant caregiver did not wah their hands prior to helping the child by holding the bottle.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.