VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Alexia Acho
121 E Maple Street
Alexandria, VA 22301
(571) 478-6965

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: July 14, 2023

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

X 8VAC20-800 Administration X 8VAC20-800 Personnel X 8VAC20-800 Household Members X 8VAC20-800 Physical Health of Caregivers and Household members X 8VAC20-800 Caregiver Training X 8VAC20-800 Physical Equipment and Environment 8VAC20-800 Care of Children X 8VAC20-800 Preventing the Spread of Disease X 8VAC20-800 Medication Administration X 8VAC20-800 Emergencies X 8VAC20-800 Nutrition X 8VAC20-800 Transportation 8VAC20-800 Nighttime Care 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE X 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES X 8VAC20-770 Background Checks 20 Access to minor?s records X 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide X 54.1 Provider must be MAT certified to administer prescription medication. 63.2 Child abuse and neglect 8VAC20-790 Subsidy Program Vendor Requirements for Family Day Homes

Technical Assistance:

Provided the link for background checks and the TB screening form to facilitate requirements for household member. If children are playing in the backyard and under the age of 2 years a gate should be placed at the bottom of the steps to prevent access to the stairs. Once children are in care a posted menu should be placed on the parent board that follows USDA requirements to meet nutritional needs of young children.

Comments:

An announced initial inspection was completed. No children were in care. Walked through the home and backyard, reviewed emergency preparation, nutrition, diapering, trainings and equipment and materials set up for young children. The basement area is off limits to care as the steps are very steep leading into the basement. A household member who was not originally listed on the application will need completed background checks before issuance of the license as outlined in Phase II trainings and as required by the Code of Virginia. 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. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-770-40-C-1-c
Description:	Based on record review and observation, a household member does not have the required background checks upon application for licensure as a family day home. Evidence: 1. It was verified that Household Member #1 was living in the home by looking at a utility bill with the individual's name and address printed on the bill. 2. The individual was not listed on the application as living in the home but has a bedroom set-up on the upstairs level of the house. 3. No Sworn Disclosure Statement, VA Central Registry Search or VA Criminal Record Check was completed upon application for licensure.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-760-A-1
Description:	Based on observation, the first aid kit did not contain all required elements. Evidence: The first aid kit did not have adhesive tape or a first aid instructional manual.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-940-B
Description:	Based on observation and provider statement, an operable thermometer was not available to monitor the refrigerator temperature. Evidence: No thermometer was in the refrigerator and the provider stated she did not have one available at the time of the initial inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-170-A
Description:	Based on provider statement and observation, a household member does not have a TB screening within 30 days for the initial inspection. Evidence: Household member #1 did not have documentation of a TB screening.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-690-E
Description:	Based on observation, a foot operated trash can was not available to dispose of soiled diapers and wipes. Evidence: The current trashcan to be used in the diapering area was not foot operated.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.