VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Hirut Tesfaye
6026 Kestner Circle
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 269-7584

Current Inspector: Leah Pagala (703) 537-6757

Inspection Date: Jan. 13, 2023

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-800 Administration 8VAC20-800 Personnel 8VAC20-800 Household Members 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and House 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 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 20 Access to minor's records 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 54.1 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication. 63.2 Child abuse and neglect

Comments:

An in-person renewal inspection was conducted on January 13, 2023 from 10:30am until 11:30am. There were 5 children in care (13 points) with 1 staff supervising. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. Children were observed playing freely, reading books, and playing with blocks. A total of 4 child records and 1 staff records were reviewed. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact Leah Pagala at 703-537-6757 or leah.pagala@doe.virgina.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-100-A
Description:	Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child 1, 2, and 3 did not have documentation of a physical examination within 30 days after the first day of attendance.
Plan of Correction:	I will ask the parents to complete the records.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, the provider did not ensure all all required information was in the child's file. Evidence: Child 1, 2 and 3 did not have written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur.
Plan of Correction:	I will ask the parents to complete the records.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-70-A
Description:	Based on record review, the provider did not ensure all parents had the required information in writing before the child's first day of attendance. Evidence: Child 1, 2, 3 and 4 were missing liability insurance disclosure and emergency care and procedures.
Plan of Correction:	I will ask the parents to complete the records.