VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Maliheh Shahrestani
6526 Hitt Avenue
Mc lean, VA 22101
(571) 344-5499

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: Feb. 11, 2022

Complaint Related: Yes

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 22VAC40-191 Background Checks for Child Welfare Agencies 22.1 Background Checks Code; carbon monoxide detectors

Technical Assistance:

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) assumed oversight of child care licensing and monitoring on July 1, 2021. All associated regulations and codes have transferred over from the Virginia Department of Social Services. Guidance, resources, model forms and training links can be found on the website childcareva.com. Please ensure that any hazardous substances are in an area that can be locked up and out of any areas that are near children in care.

Comments:

An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted jointly with the local DSS agency. The provider was present with 1 assistant staff member during the inspection for 16 points which is within ratios for supervision. Interviews, physical observation of the daycare space and record review was conducted. Based on the Information gathered during the inspection it was determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law. Violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-840-A
Complaint related:	Yes
Description:	Based on record review and interview statements, an injury report was not completed for an injury at the Family Day Home. Evidence: Child #1 sustained an injury while at the Family Day Home but the provider failed to complete a written report that contains required information. Evidence: The parents did not receive a written report that included the following information: date and time of the injury, name of the child, circumstances of the injury, caregiver present and first aid taken, date and time parent was notified as well as how the parent was notified, future action tp prevent reoccurrence and 2 signatures.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-850-A
Complaint related:	Yes
Description:	Based on statement from the provider and lack of report, the provider failed to notify the department within 24 hours of a serious injury while under the supervision of the provider. Evidence: Child #1 was diagnosed with a broken bone while under the care of the provider. The provider did not notify the Licensing Office or Department of the serious injury at any time.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-240-A
Complaint related:	No
Description:	Based on observation an area of the home is not maintained in operable condition. Evidence: There is a hole in the wallboard near the bulletin board.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-320-B
Complaint related:	No
Description:	Based on observation, an outlet is not covered with a protective cover. Evidence: An outlet in the room where the changing table is set-up was missing a protective outlet cover on the opposite wall behind a piece of equipment.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.