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Entering the home you are led to the living room area, designated as playroom on the facility’s sketch. LPA observed a parent board near the door with all the necessary postings as well as children’s books, dramatic play area and a variety of arts and craft materials. A barricaded fireplace was observed in the living room, per applicant, fire place is closed and non-functional.
Next to the living room, the dining room area, designated as playroom on the facility sketch was inspected. LPA observed two children’s size tables and chairs.
Next to the dining room area, a small hallway that leads to the bedrooms and bathroom was inspected. An open face heater was observed next to a closet; closet is used to store day care materials. Bedroom 2, located next to the closet, was observed and inspected. Per applicant, bedroom 2 is OFF LIMITS, doorknob cover was observed. At the end of the hallway, Bedroom 1 was observed and inspected. Per applicant, bedroom 1 is OFF LIMITS, door knob cover was observed.
Across bedroom 1, Bedroom 3 designated on the facility sketch as Nap room/calm play room was inspected. Per applicant children will nap in the space. LPA observed napping cots in the closet as well as soft toys for children to use.
The bathroom, located across from the bedrooms, was observed with a sink, toilet and bathtub. All bathroom cabinets were observed with safety latches, making the content inaccessible to the children in care. LPA reminded applicant that all toiletries in bathroom will need to remain inaccessible to the children in care during the hours of operations.
The kitchen, located next to the dining room area was observed with a safety gate, making the area OFF LIMITS to the children in care. LPA observed all kitchen cabinets and counter space. Cabinets were observed with safety latches. Per applicant, home will be providing meals and snacks. LPA discussed the importance of having policies in place to ensure that all who help with care and supervision are aware of any dietary restrictions and/or allergies. LPA also encouraged applicant to contact their local Resource and Referral agency, Connection for Children, to inquire about any food programs and/or other professional development opportunities and resources.
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