VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Ruth Molina
4311 35th Street South
Arlington, VA 22206
(571) 226-7728

Current Inspector: Afryea Deas (571) 835-0599

Inspection Date: Oct. 23, 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 X 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 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

Technical Assistance:

A walker was in the home but not in use. The Licensing Inspector reminded the Provider that the piece of equipment is prohibited as stated in the standards. The Readiness Connection is sent out every Tuesday. To subscribe for updates the link is https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/VADOE/signup/14327. Additional guidance, resources, model forms and training links can be found on the updated DOE Licensing website https://www.childcare.virginia.gov/home-childcare

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted today. Four children were present with one caregiver for fifteen points which is within ratios for supervision. Observed one child sleeping in the upstairs crib, free play and diapering. Reviewed 2 records for children, training for the provider, physical space and food storage as the children bring food from home. 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. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. 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 #:	8VAC20-800-830-A
Description:	Based on documentation review and provider statement, an evacuation drill was not practiced monthly. Evidence: No drill was conducted for September 2023.
Plan of Correction:	Will ensure a monthly drill is conducted.
Standard #:	8VAC20-800-90-C
Description:	Based on record review, a child under 2 years of age did not have an updated immunization record every 6 months. Evidence: Child #1's last update was 1/2023.
Plan of Correction:	Child #1 has a doctor's appt for her two year old visit and will request an updated immunization record from the parent.