Blessings for You Child Care & Learning Center

Based on observations, all areas and equipment inside and outside shall be maintained in safe and operable condition.

“Evidence: 1. On 7/15/2024, chipped and peeling paint were visibly identified through out the inside of the facility, throughout the hallways and learning rooms. 2. On 7/15/2024, rusting of the playground equipment were identified on the outside playground area of the facility. Rusting were identified on the playground’s seesaw, a blue circular spin-around and a red circular spin around, colored playing equipment.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

Based on interview and review of documentation, the center failed to report an injury that required outside medical treatment within 48 hours to the department’s representative.

“Evidence: 1. An injury report was filed at the center the injury was not reported to licensing department within the required 48 hours. 2. The Licensing Inspector was made aware on 7/15/2024 at the inspection that there had been a serious injury that required outside medical care.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-80-B-2.

Based on observation, the center did not ensure that a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan and the list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present.

“Evidence: 1. The allergy lists in room #1 and room #2 was posted without maintaining confidentiality. 2. The allergy list was dated 02/07/2022. 3. The allergy list included a child that was not currently enrolled.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

Based on record review, the center did not ensure that when an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days will be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet.

“Evidence: Child A had medication at the center which expired in May 2023. Medication was not picked up by the parent or discarded.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-P.

Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.

“Evidence: In room #2, one changing table moved back and forth causing the changing table to be unstable and posing a hazard to children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.