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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stacy Torrence conducted a case management inspection, in response to licensee’s request for a capacity increase. LPA met with licensee Marilyn Sullivan who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. There were five preschool children present at the time of inspection. LPA Torrence observed five children playing in the backyard. Licensee does not care for infants. The facility was within licensed capacity and the required ratio. Licensee stated there are currently three adults and one minor child living in the home. Licensees stated she is not currently registered with any Foster Care agency or holds a foster parent license. Licensee was reminded if changes to notify the licensing office.
A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.
The facility is a three-story home which consist of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, located on the third floor, second floor is the entrance of the home, where the living room, kitchen, and dining room is located. The first floor is where the family room, half bathroom, and backyard (fenced), which is the designated daycare area. Off limits areas: entire second and third floors, garage, front yard, and locked shed located in the backyard. Licensee has placed a safety gate at the bottom of the stairs leading to the second and third floors. There is a bar located in the family room, which is made inaccessible by a child safety gate. The licensee acknowledged the children may never enter the off-limit areas. Control of property was verified and a copy of obtained. The home was clean, orderly, and was at a comfortable temperature.
There is a fireplace located in the family room; which is barricaded by a screen gate. Cleaning solutions/chemicals, utensils, and sharp knives located in the kitchen, is part of the off-limited area. Poisons/Hazardous items are not stored on site, and none were observed.
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