YMCA Sweetheart Day Care Center
A day care center in Liverpool, New York 13090
4775 Wetzel Rd., Liverpool, New York 13090. (315) 451-5101.
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The short answer
Record last released by New York State Office of Children and Family Services on Oct 24, 2026.
- 35 violations in the last three years
- Aug 172026 the latest visit on record
- 124 children, its licensed capacity
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean4
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
19 inspections in the last three years, the latest on Aug 17, 2026.
35 violations cited in the last three years.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 22, 2026. Updated daily.
When those violations happened
35 violations in 14 months of the last 36. Last cited Aug 2026. The last 3 years, to Oct 24, 2026.
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| 2025 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2026 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
Hover or focus a month to read it.
Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each violation, in its source’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 22, 2026. Updated daily.
Aug 17, 2026: monitoring1 violation
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Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.
Jun 16, 2026: monitoring3 violations
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Garbage receptacles must be covered, and cleaned as needed after emptying.
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children’s individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child’s medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
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Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.
May 22, 2026: complaint investigation1 violation
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Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a teacher’s range of vision and that the teacher be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child’s age emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
Apr 1, 2026: complaint investigation1 violation
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Children cannot be left without competent supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a teacher’s range of vision and that the teacher be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child’s age emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
Dec 29, 2025: complaint investigation6 violations
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The premises must be kept clean and free from dampness, odors and the accumulation of trash.
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Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.
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The program must immediately notify the parent and Office upon learning of the following events involving a child which occurred while the child was in care at the program or was being transported by the program: serious incident,
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The child day care center must employ staff who will promote the physical, intellectual, social, cultural and emotional well-being of the children.
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Corporal punishment is prohibited. For the purposes of this Subpart, the term corporal punishment means punishment inflicted directly on the body including, but not limited to, physical restraint, spanking, biting, shaking, slapping, twisting or squeezing; demanding excessive physical exercise, prolonged lack of movement or motion, or strenuous or bizarre postures; and compelling a child to eat or have in the child’s mouth soap, foods, hot spices or irritants or the like.
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Methods of discipline, interaction or toilet training which frighten, demean or humiliate a child are prohibited.
Oct 17, 2025: self-Report1 violation
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: all records relevant to the current licensing period, and the immediately preceding licensing period;
Oct 2, 2025: monitoring1 violation
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All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, cleaning materials, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers. Such materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.
Aug 5, 2025: mid-Point3 violations
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Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.
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The following items must be used and stored in such a manner that they are not accessible to children: handbags, backpacks or briefcases belonging to adults; plastic bags; and toys and objects small enough for young children to swallow.
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All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, cleaning materials, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers. Such materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.
Aug 1, 2025: fire Safety - Other1 violation
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All buildings used for day care centers must remain in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State or other applicable fire and building codes when the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State is not applicable.
Jul 1, 2025: complaint investigation1 violation
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The child day care center must post or display conspicuously in a place to which parents have free and daily access, the following: a copy of the most recent compliance history report immediately after it is issued to the program by the Office.
Apr 1, 2025: serious Injury1 violation
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children’s individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child’s medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
Feb 19, 2025: complaint investigation5 violations
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No person other than a director, group teacher or assistant teacher may supervise a group independently even for brief periods of time, except in an emergency.
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children’s individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child’s medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
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A temperature of at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit must be maintained in all rooms to be occupied by children.
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Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.
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No child can be released from the child day care center to any person other than his or her parent, a person(s) currently designated in writing by such parent to receive the child, or another person authorized by law to take custody of a child.
Jan 28, 2025: documentation Review2 violations
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Child day care centers must review and evaluate the backgrounds of all applicants for staff and volunteer positions. All applicants whose backgrounds must be checked are required to provide the following:
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: copies of current staff and volunteers health statements;
Jan 6, 2025: annual Unannounced2 violations
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Child day care centers must review and evaluate the backgrounds of all applicants for staff and volunteer positions. All applicants whose backgrounds must be checked are required to provide the following: The information necessary to complete the criminal history review and background clearance requirements as outlined in this Part. This information must be submitted to the Office on forms provided by the Office.
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children’s individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child’s medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
Oct 30, 2024: documentation Review1 violation
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The program must immediately notify the parent and Office upon learning of the following events involving a child which occurred while the child was in care at the program or was being transported by the program: serious injury,
Oct 7, 2024: monitoring3 violations
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A written Individual Health Care Plan must be developed for the child;
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Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.
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Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.
Apr 5, 2024: annual Unannounced1 violation
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children’s individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child’s medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
Jan 4, 2024: complaint investigation1 violation
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Methods of discipline, interaction or toilet training which frighten, demean or humiliate a child are prohibited.
All 25 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Aug 17, 2026 | Monitoring | 1 violation cited |
| Jun 16, 2026 | Monitoring | 3 violations cited |
| May 22, 2026 | Complaint | Complaint (Substantiated); 1 violation cited |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Complaint | Complaint (Substantiated); 1 violation cited |
| Jan 22, 2026 | Annual Unannounced | No violations found |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Complaint | Complaint (Substantiated); 6 violations cited |
| Oct 17, 2025 | Self-Report | 1 violation cited |
| Oct 7, 2025 | Self-Report | No violations found |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Monitoring | 1 violation cited |
| Aug 5, 2025 | Mid-Point | 3 violations cited |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Fire Safety - Other | 1 violation cited |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Complaint | Complaint (Unsubstantiated); 1 violation cited |
| Jun 25, 2025 | Documentation Review | No violations found |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Serious Injury | 1 violation cited |
| Mar 7, 2025 | Fire Safety - Other | No violations found |
| Feb 19, 2025 | Complaint | Complaint (Substantiated); 5 violations cited |
| Jan 28, 2025 | Documentation Review | 2 violations cited |
| Jan 6, 2025 | Annual Unannounced | 2 violations cited |
| Oct 30, 2024 | Documentation Review | 1 violation cited |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Monitoring | 3 violations cited |
| Jul 23, 2024 | Monitoring | No violations found |
| Apr 5, 2024 | Annual Unannounced | 1 violation cited |
| Mar 15, 2024 | Fire Safety - Other | No violations found |
| Jan 4, 2024 | Complaint | Complaint (Substantiated); 1 violation cited |
| Oct 27, 2023 | Fire Safety - Renewal | No violations found |
Is it licensed?
- Day Care Center, open since Jul 21, 1997.
- School district: North Syracuse.
- Capacity, in New York’s words: 16 Infants, 32 Toddlers, 46 Preschoolers and 30 School-Aged Children.
- Licence 43731, issued Aug 1, 2023, expires Jul 31, 2027.
- Capacity: 124 children.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Child Care Regulated Programs. Released Oct 24, 2026. Updated daily.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 22, 2026. Updated daily.
Has New York acted against it?
- 6 complaints in the last three years. New York’s status for each: Complaint (Substantiated) (5), Complaint (Unsubstantiated) (1).
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 22, 2026. Updated daily.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Child Care Regulated Programs. Released Oct 24, 2026. Updated daily.
| Date | What | Detail |
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| May 22, 2026 | Complaint (Substantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Substantiated). |
| Apr 1, 2026 | Complaint (Substantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Substantiated). |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Complaint (Substantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Substantiated). |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Complaint (Unsubstantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Unsubstantiated). |
| Feb 19, 2025 | Complaint (Substantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Substantiated). |
| Jan 4, 2024 | Complaint (Substantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Substantiated). |
Who does the caring?
- New York doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual programs.
Who owns it?
- New York’s open data doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- Takes part in QUALITYstarsNY, New York’s quality rating program.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 22, 2026. Updated daily.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 404 child care providers in Onondaga County, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 7; this one had 35.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 22, 2026. Updated daily.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| Lampman, Rita | 11 |
| Before & After School Child Care on Location, Inc. | 4 |
| Before & After School Child Care On Location, Inc. | 1 |
| Before & After School Child Care On Location, Inc. | 1 |
| Childtime Childcare, Inc. | 48 |
| Before & After School Child Care On Location, Inc. | 2 |
| Before & After School Child Care On Location, Inc. | 23 |
| YMCA Sweetheart Day Care Center This child care provider | 35 |
| KinderCare Learning Center | 206 |
| Humphrey, Amy | 4 |
| Hockey, Melissa | 1 |
| Coons, Kim | 0 |
What the record doesn’t say
- New York doesn’t grade violations by severity, so read what was cited.
- New York’s records give the regulation behind each violation, not what the inspector saw.
- New York’s program pages cover four calendar years; this page shows the last three years.
- New York doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual programs.
Sources
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New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Child Care Regulated Programs (cb42-qumz).
Released Oct 24, 2026 and checked Oct 24, 2026. Updated daily. No licence stated.
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New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history.
Checked Oct 22, 2026. Updated daily. No licence stated.
If you believe something here is wrong, a correction starts with the agency whose record this copies: New York State Office of Children and Family Services. New York’s own record is on hs.ocfs.ny.gov. If Hearth Record copied something wrongly, it will fix it and log the correction publicly, with its date: how corrections work.
This copy of the record was made on Oct 24, 2026.
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