MARY'S CHILD CARE

Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed that the dining table was cluttered with miscellaneous items and mail. In the living and family rooms, the couch contained additional mail, and numerous toys were scattered throughout both areas, creating a disorganized environment. The kitchen counters were covered with dishes, pans, and miscellaneous items, while boxes of food were stacked in the corner. The kitchen table and island were also cluttered with additional pots and pans. In the backyard, several toys were worn out and require disposal or replacement, and children’s furniture located outside needs cleaning and proper organization. Additionally, an off-limits room was found open and filled with children’s toys, furniture, and miscellaneous items, obstructing access and preventing safe passagenwhich poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Resolution: The licensee will ensure ongoing compliance by maintaining all areas of the facility in a clean, organized, and hazard-free condition. Off-limits areas will remain secured at all times by 02/23/26 and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee stated she has not completed a fire drill log which poses a potential health, safety or personal rightsisk to persons in care.

Resolution: Licensee to submit a fire drill log to the department by 02/23/26.

Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Three children were in care and licensee did not have two of the children's file that were in care which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Resolution: Licensee to review all enrolled children's file and make sure that all files are complete and have the other two children in care completed files by 02/23/26.

Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. The licensee stated she does not have a children's roster which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Resolution: Licensee to submit a roster to the department by 02/23/26.

Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed in the kitchen medication that was left out on the counters and in the restoom cleaning compounds, and laundry detergen which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Resolution: The licensee immediately removed the items and secured them in an area that was inaccessible to children. The licensee will submit a written statement to the Department confirming that all hazardous items, including medications, cleaning compounds, and detergents, will be stored in areas inaccessible to children at all times. The written statement must be submitted by 02/23/26.

Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee and assistant have expired certification and have not renewed it from the last time it was completed. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Resolution: Licensee and assistant will complete training and submit certification on or before POC date. (5/26/2023)

Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed items stored on top of the office desk that could potentially fall over children in care. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Resolution: Licensee will remove and declutter area accessible to children in care.