VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Carmen Stewart Cruz
2235 Perry Street
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 502-7736

Current Inspector: Sharon Curlee (804) 840-8312

Inspection Date: July 15, 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 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE. 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today, July 15, 2019 to determine the providers compliance with family day home standards. The inspection was initiated at 9:30 am and concluded at 11:30 pm. Upon the inspectors arrival three family day home children and two resident children were in care for a value of 10 points with two caregivers. Children were observed playing with toys and later listening to stories and singing songs. Bathroom breaks were conducted with hand washing observed. Caregivers interacted in a positive manner with children. All areas used for child care were inspected along with a walk through of the home. The family day home has age and stage appropriate materials. Today's lunch consisted of spaghetti with meatballs and tomato sauce, sweet peas and milk. The following required information was posted: license, last inspection notice, and emergency numbers. The first aid kit and non-medical supplies for the home and for transportation were reviewed and found complete. The inspector interacted with the caregivers and children in care. Three caregiver records reviewed and nine children's records were reviewed. Per the provider, currently medications are not being administered. The provider has MAT, CPR, and First aid training. The most recent evacuation drill was documented on 04/15/2019. Two shelter-in-place drills will need to be completed by the end of the year. Violations cited during the licensing period were checked for corrections. There was one repeat violation cited during today's inspection. If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact the licensing inspector at 804-662-9758.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-111-830-A
Description:	Based on review of the drill log and interview, the provider did not ensure the emergency evacuation procedures were practiced monthly with all caregivers and children during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of an evacuation drill for the month of June 2019. 2. The provider stated she had not conducted a drill for June.
Plan of Correction:	Per the provider: I will conduct monthly evacuation drill the third week of every month.