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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Reiko Jones-Modeste conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the facility listed above. At 9:30am LPA was met at the door by Licensee's niece who disappeared once Licensee arrived at the door. LPA met with Licensee, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were two children present upon arrival. Current residents include Licensee's adult daughter and grandson.
This is a one-story home which consists of three bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen, den/garage, front yard and backyard (fenced). Children's areas include the backyard and den. LPA observed a wall heater and stairs in the hallway accessible to children in care. The restroom was observed safe and sanitary. Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: all bedrooms, kitchen and the front yard. The Licensee provides all food for children in care.
All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible to children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service during operating hours via a landline. There is central ventilation and heating.
Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger to children were observed accessible to children in all three bedrooms. Sharp knives and tools were observed accessible in the kitchen as well the hallway closet.
The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home. |