VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Rosario Montes
4303 Planters Court
Annandale, VA 22003
(703) 618-9272

Current Inspector: Stacy Doyle (571) 835-0386

Inspection Date: March 21, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22.1 Background Checks Code 63.2 Child abuse and neglect 8VAC20-790 Subsidy Program Vendor Requirements for Family Day Homes

Comments:

An in-person annual subsidy inspection was conducted on 3/21/2024 from 9:00am to 10:21am. There were (4) children in care with the vendor (11 points). The children were working on an art project sitting in high chairs, reading books and playing with toys. Interactions between the children and vendor were positive. The inspector reviewed (4) children?s records and (3) adult/household member records submitted by the vendor to ensure compliance with the health and safety regulations. Information gathered during the inspection determined areas of non-compliance with applicable regulations or law, and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the vendor. Please contact me if you have any questions at Stacy.Doyle@doe.virginia.gov or 571-835-0386.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-790-190-B
Description:	Based on review of children's records, the children's information did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Child #1's file (no start date listed) was missing one place of employment telephone number, the address of at least one person designated by the parent to contact in case of an emergency, proof of the child's identity, written authorization for emergency medical care, the medication policy and sick policy. 2. Child #2's file (start date 1/23/2022) was missing one place of employment telephone number and address, the address of at least one person designated by the parent to contact in case of an emergency and proof of the child's identity. 3. Child #3's file (start date 5/31/2022) was missing both parent's place of employment telephone numbers and addresses, proof of the child's identity and information on allergies and actions to be taken in an emergency situation. 4. Child' #4's file (start date 2/27/2023) was missing both parent's place of employment telephone numbers, the address of at least one person designated by the parent to contact in case of an emergency and if applicable information on allergies or physical problems.
Plan of Correction:	It's already update.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-190-B-12
Description:	Based on review of children's records and interview, the vendor did not obtain a written care plan for the child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1.. Child #3's file (start date 5/31/2022) documented the child had a diagnosed food allergy and the vendor did not have a written care plan for the child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician. The child had a Fairfax County Schools medication authorization form dated 2/23/2023 for an epi pen, but not for the provider. The provider stated the parent said the child did not need anything.
Plan of Correction:	I have or received from parent a new record that she doesn't need any medicine. She is not allergic to any food. That medication authorization it was for her son. She doesn't need.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-250-F
Description:	Repeat Violation Based on review of training certificates and interview, the caregiver did not attend at least 16 hours of training, the health and safety update course or the preservice training. Evidence: 1. The caregiver had 1.5 hours of training completed on 1/17/2024 and 6 hours of training completed on 12/09/2023. She did not have any other training certificates available.
Plan of Correction:	I had all the 16 hours of training not printed but now I have.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-260-C-2
Description:	Based on observation, unused electrical outlets were not covered with protective covers. Evidence: 1. In the playroom downstairs, there was one unused outlet not covered near the crib and one unused outlet not covered near the door.
Plan of Correction:	I put or I covered the outlet.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-270-A
Description:	Based on observation and interview, potentially poisonous substances such as cleaning disinfectants and deodorizers were not stored in an area that was not inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. In the bathroom on the main level of the home the children have access to, 8 cleaning products were under an unlocked cabinet sink and one cleaning product was inside a drawer in the bathroom. The provider stated the children do not use the bathroom.
Plan of Correction:	I put lockers.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-360-G
Description:	Based on observation, cots, rest mats or beds were not provided for children 12 months of age or older. Evidence: 1. The caregiver had one crib and two cots in the home. The provider had four children in attendance ages, 18 months, 19 months, 20 months and 3 years old.
Plan of Correction:	I bought a new crib and extra cot.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-360-J
Description:	Based on observation, cribs were placed where objects outside the crib such as curtains and blinds were within reach of infants and toddlers. Evidence: 1. One crib was placed next to the curtain in the basement near a door and were within reach of infants and toddlers. There was also a hanging wire above the crib.
Plan of Correction:	I change the crib to a safe place.
Standard #:	8VAC20-790-410-A-1
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the vendor did not have the minimum requirements in the first aid kit. Evidence: 1. The vendor had a first aid kit that was missing the adhesive tape.
Plan of Correction:	I bought the adhesive tape.