VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Gayle Dunn
1331 Hoskins Drive
Tappahannock, VA 22560
(804) 443-4993

Current Inspector: Cindy Horne (804) 297-4469

Inspection Date: June 21, 2022

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 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted on June 21, 2022 from approximately 12:00 pm to 1:25 pm. There were 11 children in attendance upon the inspector?s arrival, and two children arrived during the inspection. There were two caregiver?s present. The provider?s record, the substitute provider?s record, and 8 children?s records were reviewed. All areas of the home were observed and areas where the children are cared for were inspected. Interviews were held with the provider and caregivers throughout the inspection. The inspector interacted with children in care when appropriate. The designated areas for childcare were deemed appropriate and are equipped with age appropriate toys to meet the needs of the children. Children were observed eating snack, playing outside, and taking a nap. The license and current inspection were posted as well as the drill log. Evacuation drills were conducted monthly. The most recent was on 05/25/22. Shelter in place drills were conducted two times with the most recent on 05/25/22. The emergency preparedness plan was reviewed and updated annually. The menu was posted. Per the provider, medication is not administered, and transportation is not provided. The center?s first aid kit was inspected and found complete. The home had a working flashlight and battery operated radio. There were violations cited as a result of this inspection. If you have any questions about this inspection, please contact the licensing inspector, Molly Muscat, at (804)588-2367. Molly Muscat, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education Phone# 804-588-2367 molly.muscat@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-40-A
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure that the total number of children receiving care at any one time does not exceed the maximum licensed capacity of the home. Evidence: At 12:15 pm two children got off the bus and came into the home increasing the number of children in care from 11 to 13. The home is only licensed to care for 12 children. When asked, the provider stated that the children are usually picked up by their aunt at the end of the driveway but do sometimes have to come in and wait for a few minutes. The children were picked up at 12:16 pm.
Plan of Correction:	Per the Provider "I will not allow more than 12 children in one day."
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-240-A
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that areas and furnishings were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 6 out of 11 children?s rest mats were ripped and had exposed foam. The children were observed sleeping on the mats.
Plan of Correction:	Per the Provider "I will purchase new mats ASAP."