VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Patricia Moya Cortez
7921 Ashboro Drive
Alexandria, VA 22309
(571) 236-1068

Current Inspector: Whitney Mcgrath (571) 835-4717

Inspection Date: May 10, 2023

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 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

Technical Assistance:

The provider is currently on probation for consistently exceeding their approved capacity, set by local zoning agencies. The provider was found to be over capacity during todays inspection and has been informed of the potential for additional enforcement action.

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today between 9:45am and 11:00am. There were 8 children present with the Provider and 1 assistant for a total of 16 points within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed transitioning to play outside, riding bikes and chasing each other in the provider's backyard. A complete inspection of the physical plant, children and staff records, fire drill log, menu, attendance and emergency procedures were observed during this inspection. Violations were found during today?s inspection and can be viewed on the Violation Notice. Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please e-mail me at whitney.mcgrath@ doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-800-750-D
Description:	Based on observation, over the counter topical ointments were used beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence: Child #3's over-the-counter skin ointment expired 11/2021. The ointment was observed in a basket next to the diaper changing station.
Plan of Correction:	Ointment was thrown out during the inspection.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-800-B
Description:	Based on record review and interview, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Evidence: The most recent documented review of the Providers emergency preparedness plan is dated 4/23/2022. The Provider stated that they did not know they needed to review the plan annually.
Plan of Correction:	I didn't know I needed to review every year. I will review it this weekend and make changes if needed, and post on the wall so I remember to review.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-30-A
Description:	Based on observation, the provider did not ensure compliance with the terms of the current license issued by the department and with relevant state or local laws. Evidence: The Provider currently has a capacity to care for a maximum of 7 enrolled children at once. There were 8 children observed at the family day home during today's inspection.
Plan of Correction:	I invited two extra children today to work on Mother's Day projects. I won't go over my 7 capacity anymore.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-60-B
Description:	Based on record review, children's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Child #3?s record contained one emergency contact. 2. Child #6?s record contained one emergency contact and did not contain the family?s medical insurance policy number.
Plan of Correction:	Corrected during the inspection.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-90-C
Description:	Based on record review, the family day home did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations every six months for each child under the age of two years. Evidence: Child #8 (21 months) most recent documented immunizations are dated 8/16/2022.
Plan of Correction:	I will text the parents and ask them to bring an updated copy.