VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Mrs. Tonya Hudson
6303 Amasis Court
N. chesterfield, VA 23234
(804) 986-7160

Current Inspector: Lynn Powers (804) 840-8260

Inspection Date: July 26, 2023

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-800 Administration 8VAC20-800 Personnel 8VAC20-800 Household Members 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household Members 8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training 8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment 8VAC20-800 Care of Children 8VAC20-800 Preventing The Spread of Disease 8VAC20-800 Medication Administration 8VAC20-800 Emergencies 8VAC20-800 Nutrition 8VAC20-800 Transportation 8VAC20-800 Nighttime Care 22.1 Background Checks Code; storage of firearms 63.2 Child abuse and neglect 8VAC20-770 Background Checks

Technical Assistance:

Discussed requirement to complete central registry search for new household member by end of the 30th day of residing in the home and requirement to complete criminal record check upon household member turning 18 years of age. Discussed wading pools not being used by children who are not potty trained and written permission from parent of each child who will participate in swimming or wading activities. Discussed requirement for a written statement from the parent advising of a child?s swimming skills before the child is allowed in water above the child?s shoulder.

Comments:

A renewal inspection was conducted on July 26, 2023 from approximately 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. There were eight children in care, ranging in ages from 2 to 9 years with two caregivers/household members supervising for a total of 15 points. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, care of children, physical plant, physical equipment and environment, staffing and supervision, programming, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A total of four caregiver/household member records and two child records were reviewed. The children were observed playing with toys during the inspection. The caregiver?s interactions with the children were positive. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the provider. Please complete the plan of correction and date to be corrected for each violation cited on the violation notice and return it to me within 5 business days from today. Please specify how the deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Just writing the word corrected is not acceptable. Your plan of correction must contain: 1) steps to correct the noncompliance with the standard(s), 2) measures to prevent the noncompliance from occurring again; and 3) person(s) responsible for implementing each step and/or monitoring any preventative measures. Please do not use staff names; list staff by positions only. If you have any questions about this inspection, please contact NeShara Gaston, Licensing Inspector at 540-280-0742 or e-mail neshara.gaston@doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:

Standard #:	22.1-289.036-A
Description:	Based on review of four caregiver/household member records and interview, the provider did not ensure criminal history checks were completed every five years. Evidence: 1. The criminal history check for caregiver/household member #1, caregiver/household member #2, caregiver/household member #3 and caregiver/household member #4 are dated, 2/20/18, which is beyond 5 years. 2. During an interview with caregiver #1, it was acknowledged that repeat checks had not been completed.
Plan of Correction:	Fieldprint appointments scheduled for caregiver/household members #1, #2, and #3 for 7/29/2023. Fieldprint appointment scheduled for caregiver/household member #4, for 8/4/2023.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-30-E
Description:	Based on observation, the provider failed to ensure that the home's facilities are conducive to the welfare of children in care. Evidence: 1.An aboveground swimming pool filled with water was observed in the backyard which is the play area for children in care. 2.A table and a bucket turned upside down were observed directly next to the aboveground swimming pool making the pool accessible. 3. During an interview with the provider, it was acknowledged that the table and bucket were next to the pool.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-240-A
Description:	Based on observation, the provider failed to ensure areas and equipment of the home, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: The wall in the bathroom directly behind the potty seats used for children in care had a chipped and peeling paint area within the reach of children.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-260-B
Description:	Based on observation, the provider failed to ensure there was a nonclimbable barrier at least four feet high, surrounding the outdoor play area located within 30 feet of drowning hazard. Evidence: 1. An aboveground swimming pool was observed in the backyard within 30 feet of the play area of children in care. 2. There was no barrier surrounding the outdoor play area used for children in care.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.