Uzma Salam
A family day home in Great Falls, Virginia 22066
11819 Thomas Avenue, Great Falls, Virginia 22066. (703) 945-4970.
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The short answer
- 23 deficiencies in the last three years
- Aug 262026 the latest visit on record
- 12 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?
11 inspections on record, the latest on Aug 26, 2026.
23 violations cited in the last three years.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
When those deficiencies happened
23 deficiencies in 6 months of the last 36. Last cited Aug 2026. The last 3 years, to Nov 5, 2026.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| 2023 | Dec | |||||||||||
| 2024 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2025 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2026 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov |
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Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each deficiency, in its source’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
Aug 26, 2026: inspection2 deficiencies
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A childs record shall contain the name, address, and telephone number of each custodial parents place of employment.
“The record for Child #1 did not contain complete employment information for each parent.”
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The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan.
“The most recent review of the emergency plan was January 2025. A review was not documented for 2026.”
Mar 31, 2026: inspection6 deficiencies
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The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.
“On the date of the inspection, the violation notice from the most recent inspection was not posted.”
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REPEAT VIOLATION The family day home is required to have caregivers and household members undergo background checks every 5 years.
“On the date of the inspection, Household Member #1 had not completed a subsequent sworn disclosure statement, which was overdue by almost 3 months.”
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The provider shall obtain for each caregiver and adult household member a current report of tuberculosis (TB) screening every 2 years from the date of the first screening or more frequently as recommended by a physican or local health department.
“On the date of the inspection, the record for Household Member #1 contained a TB test or screening that was dated January 2024. A subsequent TB was not available to review.”
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Caregivers shall obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities.
“On the date of the inspection, the record for Caregiver #1 documented 12 hours of training for 2025.”
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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. A physician must renew the authorization for medication intended to be administered for more than 10 days.
“Child #2 had documented food allergies that requires the use of a long-term emergency medication intended to be administered for allergen exposure and reaction. On the date of the inspection, the record for Child #2 contained a medication authorization from the childs physician that had been expired since September 2024. The on-site medication had been expired for 23 days.”
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Annually, the provider shall review with the parent the emergency contact information to ensure it is correct and obtain the parents signed acknowledgement of the review.
“On the date of the inspection, the record for Child #1, enrolled for 18 months, and Child #2, enrolled for more than 2 years, did not contain documentation of an annual review.”
Feb 19, 2026: complaint inspection1 deficiency
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COMPLAINT RELATED Mattresses shall be covered with a waterproof material that can be cleaned and sanitized.
“On the date of the inspection, 4 out of 6 crib mattresses had a ripped or torn covering which exposed the inside padding. An infant was observed in 1 of the cribs with the ripped covering.”
Sep 16, 2025: inspection3 deficiencies
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The family day home is required to have caregivers and household members undergo background checks every 5 years.
“On the date of the inspection, Household Member #1 had not completed a subsequent sworn disclosure statement, which was overdue by 2 months.”
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A child’s record shall contain the following information: name, address, and telephone number of each custodial parents place of employment.
“The record for Child #1, enrolled for more than 30 days, did not contain complete employment information for each parent.”
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REPEAT VIOLATION Before a child may attend the family day home, the provider shall obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized according to the requirements of the Code of Virginia and applicable State Board Regulations.
“The immunization record for Child #1 was dated five days after the first date of attendance.”
Feb 4, 2025: inspection6 deficiencies
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Every adult living in the family day home shall: authorize the family day home to obtain a copy of the results of a search of the central registry for any founded complaint of child abuse or neglect against him prior to issuance of a license and every five years thereafter.
“Household member #1 had central registry results that were expired for 3 months before a new search request was made.”
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The physical examination prior to attendance shall have been conducted within: 3 months prior to attendance for children age 7 months through 18 months.
“The physical for Child #2, age 14 months at the time of enrollment, was conducted 5 months prior to attendance.”
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Potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, and deodorizers shall be stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children.
“A container of Clorox wipes and Lysol wipes were found underneath the bathroom sink in an unlocked cabinet, making them accessible to children. Clorox wipes were found on the kitchen counter, near the stove top and food prep area.”
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A landline telephone, excluding a cordless or cell phone, shall be available, operable, and accessible during the family day home’s hours of operation.
“The family day home did not have a landline telephone.”
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Occupied cribs, cots, rest mats, and beds shall be at least 12 inches from each other.
“During the designated rest period, 4 children were observed sleeping in a crib or on a rest mat that was less than 12 inches from each other.”
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Before a child may attend the family day home, the provider shall obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized according to the requirements of the Code of Virginia and applicable State Board of Health Regulations.
“The immunization record for Child #1 was dated 14 days after the first date of attendance.”
Aug 29, 2024: inspection5 deficiencies
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Based on record review, the provider did not obtain national fingerprint check results for each caregiver prior to employment.
“Evidence: Caregiver #1, date of employment 7/8/2024, had national fingerprint results dated 7/24/2024.”
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Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination within 30 days after the child’s first day of attendance.
“Evidence: Child #1, date of enrollment 9/5/2023, had a physical examination dated 11/22/2023.”
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Based on observation and interview, areas and furnishings of the family day home were not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
The inspectors’ words, 94 words
“Evidence: 1) The divider used for infants and toddlers had 4 missing rails throughout the length of the divider, causing approximate 4-5 inch gaps which could lead to a head entrapment. 2) Where rails were missing, the bottom section of the divider was sharp which could entangle or snag skin. 3) Sections of the divider were broken and tied together with plastic shopping bags, making the divider unstable and causing possible suffocation or choking hazards. 4) Chipped and peeling paint and dry wall was found in the play areas, kitchen, hallway, and nap room.”
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Based on observation and interview, soiled disposable diapers and wipes were not disposed of in a foot operated storage system.
“Evidence: The pedal on the foot operated trashcan was not working to open the lid.”
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Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation that a child had been adequately immunized before attending the family day home.
“Evidence: Child #1, date of enrollment 9/5/2023, had immunizations dated 10/23/2023.”
Aug 8, 2023: inspection1 deficiency
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Based on record review, the provider did not ensure that each caregiver at the time of hire has a current report of Tuberculosis Screening.
“Evidence: 1- Staff 1 does not have documentation on file of a current Tuberculosis Screening Report.”
Jan 31, 2023: inspection1 deficiency
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Based on record review, 4 of 4 children’s records did not contain all of the required information.
“Evidence: All records reviewed did not contain the first date of attendance.”
Aug 17, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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Based on record review, the provider did not ensure that the emergency evacuation procedures are practiced monthly.
“Evidence: An evacuation drill was not documented to have been conducted June 2022”
All 11 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Aug 26, 2026 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Mar 31, 2026 | Inspection | 6 violations cited |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Complaint inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Inspection | 3 violations cited |
| Feb 4, 2025 | Inspection | 6 violations cited |
| Aug 29, 2024 | Inspection | 5 violations cited |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Aug 8, 2023 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Jan 31, 2023 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Aug 17, 2022 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Jan 19, 2022 | Inspection | No violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Family Day Home: Two Year license, expires Feb 14, 2027.
- Ages: 1 month - 12 years 11 months.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
Has Virginia acted against it?
- 1 complaint inspection on record.
- 1 complaint allegation published with Virginia’s findings, 1 of them found valid.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations and Search for Child Day Care: each complaint’s page, with its allegations and findings. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
| Date | What | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2026 | Complaint | Allegation: Housekeeping/Sanitation. Virginia’s finding: Reported/Valid. |
Who does the caring?
- Virginia doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual providers. State rules set staff-to-child ratios by age.
Who owns it?
- Virginia’s search doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- Virginia’s search doesn’t show a quality rating.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 1353 child care providers in Fairfax County, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 7; this one had 23.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| SACC at Forestville | 1 |
| SACC at Great Falls | 8 |
| Great Falls United Methodist Church | 0 |
| Christ the King Lutheran Church | 1 |
| St. Francis Episcopal Church | 5 |
| Maria Camacho | 3 |
| Uzma Salam This child care provider | 23 |
| Subinita Chowdhuri | 8 |
| The Eastern Ridge School | 14 |
| Great Falls Village Green Day School | 33 |
| Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church | 0 |
| Ye Htet | 7 |
What the record doesn’t say
- Virginia doesn’t grade how serious a violation is, so no severity is shown.
- Virginia publishes a complaint’s allegations and findings only when its inspection found a violation and the records are linked.
- Virginia doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual providers.
- A plan of correction sent late, or not at all, isn’t online: Virginia says to ask the inspector.
- Virginia’s pages show about the last five years of inspections; for older ones, Virginia says to contact the licensing inspector.
- Virginia says this information may not be accurate, up to date or complete, and shouldn’t be the only source in choosing care.
Sources
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page.
Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations.
Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each complaint’s page, with its allegations and findings.
Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
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This copy of the record was made on Nov 5, 2026.
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