The Garden of Children, LTD.
4 Hoopes Road
Newport news, VA 23602
(757) 877-7251
Current Inspector: Christine Mahan (757) 404-0568
Inspection Date: Jan. 4, 2024
Complaint Related: Yes
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 ADMINISTRATION.
8VAC20-780 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING.
8VAC20-780 PHYSICAL PLANT.
8VAC20-780 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION.
8VAC20-780 PROGRAMS.
8VAC20-780 SPECIAL CARE PROVISIONS AND EMERGENCIES.
8VAC20-780 SPECIAL SERVICES.
8VAC20-770 BACKGROUND CHECKS
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
22.1 BACKGROUND CHECKS CODE; CARBON MONOXIDE
- Technical Assistance:
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Discussed in detail notifications regarding for program closures.
- Comments:
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An unannounced complaint inspection was initiated in the center on on January 4, 2024 and completed on January 9, 2024 regarding concerns of Physical Plant and Special Care Provisions/Emergencies.
During the inspection the following were completed: interviews with administrative staff center staff, a review of records/documentation and observations of the infant and toddler classrooms' physical plant .
The preponderance of the evidence gathered during the investigation does support the allegation related to Physical Plant and therefore, the complaint is determined to be valid.
The inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program.
Please contact the Licensing Inspector, Christine Mahan with any questions (757) 404-0568.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-C Complaint related: No Description: Based on observation and staff interviews, the licensee did not ensure that inside areas occupied by children, the temperature shall be maintained no lower than 68?F.
Evidence: During the inspection the thermostat in the infant room and the digital thermometer both displayed a temperature reading of 63.Plan of Correction: We close the classroom and looked for a company to replace HVAC as soon as it stopped working. As it was the holidays, the soonest we could get it scheduled is Jan 9 (pushed to Jan 10 due to weather) . We purchased space heater to pace in the ONE room that was affected mad plugged in as many as our electrical system would hold. Parents were kept informed and were given option to bring children.
Disclaimer:
A compliance history is in no way a rating for a facility.
The online compliance history includes only information after July 1, 2003. In addition, the online compliance history includes information regarding adverse actions that may be the subject of a pending appeal. An adverse action is not final until a provider has exhausted or waived all due process rights. For compliance history prior to July 1, 2003, or information regarding the status of pending adverse actions, please contact the Licensing Inspector listed in the facility's information. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is not responsible for any errors in or omissions from the compliance history information.
