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25 | An unannounced case management inspection was conducted today by Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Crystal Green and Lissete Gonzalez to inspect and measure facility for capacity determination. Licensee is requesting to decrease preschool capacity and add a toddler option program. Due to COVID- 19 precautionary measures were taken, individuals present during inspection wore appropriate personal protective equipment. Facility was observed to be adhering to local public health guidelines. Upon arrival, Licensing staff met with Family Service Specialist, Jacqueline Godina and Lead Techer, Raquel Barbara, who assisted until Assistant Program Director, Carol Gregory arrived to resume providing a tour of the facility.
During today’s visit, it was disclosed that the applicant will be updating the LIC 200A application form with a change to request 0 Preschoolers and 18 Toddlers; Original application request indicated a request for 20 Preschoolers and 16 Toddlers. Based on the new request to serve Toddlers (18-36 months), prior to providing care to preschoolers, Licensee acknowledges that Community Care Licensing will be notified. Licensee is choosing to provide care for only the toddler age group. Currently, the facility is licensed for 40 Preschoolers.
There were no children present during today’s visit. The proposed Toddler classrooms are Room #1 and Room #2. Licensing staff observed age appropriate equipment, toys, and supplies for children. The Toddlers designated isolation is located in the office area. A cot is available for ill children waiting to be picked up.
Per Facility Representative, linens and bedding are laundered weekly and as needed by a staff member. There are changing tables located in Room #1 and Room #2 within arm's reach of a sink. LPA observed a landline in each classroom. There are emergency supplies and a first aid kit located in Room #1 and Room #2. There is drinking water available in form of a water dispenser with disposable cups. There are trash cans with tight fitting lids available in the classrooms. There is a restroom located in each classroom. There is a parent board with the required postings at the entrance to the facility. Report Continues Page 1 of 3 |