VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Y-ME Child Care Center
3200 Dill Avenue
Richmond, VA 23222
(804) 624-9889

Current Inspector: Sharon Curlee (804) 840-8312

Inspection Date: June 6, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-780 Administration. 8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training. 8VAC20-780 Physical Plant. 8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision. 8VAC20-780 Programs. 8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies 8VAC20-780 Special Services. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 20 Access to minor?s records 22.1 Early Childhood Care and Education 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Comments:

A monitoring inspection was conducted on June 6, 2024. The licensing inspectors were onsite from approximately 10:15 am until 1:10 pm. There were 14 children present, ranging in ages from three to ten years. with four staff supervising. Children were observed participating in a moving up ceremony where they sang songs and received a certificate. Parents were in attendance. Later children played with the kitchen set and danced before preparing for lunch. Children provide their own meals. Handwashing was observed. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, and medication. A total of five child records and four staff records were reviewed. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If you have any questions about this inspection, please contact the licensing inspector. Sharon Curlee, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-840-8312 Sharon.curlee@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	22.1-289.058
Description:	Based on observation and interview, the center was not equipped with a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1.The center, licensed for children ages two years through 12 years did not have a carbon monoxide detector. 2.The director stated they did not have a carbon monoxide detector installed in the center.
Plan of Correction:	Per the director: I will purchase one and install it.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-70
Description:	Based on review of staff records and interview, the center did not obtain documentation to demonstrate that an individual possessed the education, certification and experience required by the job position. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2, identified as a program leader and observed alone and in charge of a group of children, did not have documentation of education, certification and experience as required for the job position. 2. The director stated staff #2 had a high school diploma and training, however she did not have documentation of either.
Plan of Correction:	Per the director: I will have the staff provide her high school diploma and gather all her trainings.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Repeat Based on observations and interview, the center did not maintain all areas and equipment in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The lining of the van?s ceiling was torn in multiple spots causing the lining to hang down into the cabin space of the van. The torn lining exposed padding materials. 2. The van contained two booster seats, both were missing the cushioned lining and straps that they were manufactured with. 3. The director stated the van is used to transport children enrolled in the center.
Plan of Correction:	Per the director: I will tape the lining of the ceiling until better repairs can be made. I will also remove the booster seats and have parents provide ones when we transport their children.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not ensure hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children in care. Evidence: 1. A canister of disinfectant spray was observed unlocked in the pocket on the door of the van. 2. The director stated the van is used to transport children.
Plan of Correction:	The director removed the disinfectant from the van and place it in a locked cabinet.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-560-G
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not ensure when food was brought from home, the food container was sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: Fourteen lunch boxes/bags containing food for children in care were labeled with a name but were not dated.
Plan of Correction:	Per the director: I will have staff date the lunch boxes daily.