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32 | In regards to allegation Children in care sustained bruises due to staff neglect or physical abuse. Staff disclose that when an incident happens, they tend to the child first and make sure child is okay- Once they have checked on child parents are called to be informed. Staff interviewed corroborated that they have not hurt a child or observed any other staff hurt a child. Additionally, staff disclosed not seeing bruises on children.
Children interviews corroborated that they like the staff in the facility and that they have not observed anyone hurt a child.
Parents interviews corroborated that they do not have any concerns regarding the supervision or staff in the facility and are happy with the care their child receives.
In regards to allegation Licensee did not allow child’s authorized representative to enter the facility. Staff disclosed that parents pick up and drop off at the gate- however they can come in anytime if they like. Per staff, parents have not asked to come in.
Parents interviews corroborated that when touring the day care they came in and inspected the entire facility- now that their child is enrolled the drop off and pick up is at the gate. Per parents, interviewed they have not directly asked to come in.
This agency has investigated the complaint alleging Children in care sustained bruises due to staff neglect or physical abuse and Licensee did not allow child’s authorized representative to enter the facility.Based upon the evidence as presented above, the allegation has been determined to be Unsubstantiated. A finding of Unsubstantiated means that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore at this time the above allegation is unsubstantiated.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee Marianela Diaz.
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