Tri-County Community Action Agency, Inc - Mary Bethune
A child day center in Halifax, Virginia 24558
1030 Cowford Road, Halifax, Virginia 24558. (434) 688-7167.
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The short answer
- 13 deficiencies in the last three years
- Apr 132026 the latest visit on record
- 20 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?
10 inspections on record, the latest on Apr 13, 2026.
13 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 2, 2026. Updated weekly.
When those deficiencies happened
12 deficiencies in 4 months of the last 36. Last cited Apr 2026. The last 3 years, to Nov 2, 2026.
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| 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 |
Hover or focus a month to read it.
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 2, 2026. Updated weekly.
Apr 13, 2026: inspection5 deficiencies
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REPEAT VIOLATION The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center.
“The immunization record for Child 3 was obtained one week after the first day of attendance and the immunization record for Child 4 was obtained two months after the first day of attendance.”
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REPEAT VIOLATION Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.
“The physical examination for Child 4 was obtained two months after first day of attendance (one month late).”
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SYSTEMIC VIOALTION The center shall inform all staff who work with children of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions.
“Staff were unaware of all Child 2 (4 years old and enrolled for eight months) allergies.”
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SYSTEMIC VIOALTION The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present.
“A written list of children’s allergies, sensitives and restrictions was not available for review during the inspection. Child 2 (4 years old and enrolled for eight months) has documented allergies.”
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SYSTEMIC VIOALTION Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains a written care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.
“Child 2 (4 years old and enrolled for eight months) has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
Dec 15, 2025: inspection4 deficiencies
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The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center.
“There was no immunization in the record of Child 2, who had been enrolled for approximately four months.”
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Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.
“There was no physical examination in the records of Child 1, Child 2, and Child 5, all who had been enrolled for approximately four months.”
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Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with the children.
“The screening for Staff 2 was completed two days after hire.”
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Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire.
“Staff 3 completed the course approximately two weeks late.”
Dec 18, 2024: inspection1 deficiency
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For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.
“At approximately 9:10 a.m. on 12/18/2024, there were 5 children present, and no children were marked present on the attendance record.”
May 7, 2024: inspection2 deficiencies
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REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child has received the immunization required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center.
“Evidence: 1. Child 4 had a documented first date of attendance as 09/05/2023. The immunization record was obtained 10/02/2023. 2. Child 5 had a documented first date of attendance as 08/22/2023. The immunization record was obtained 10/12/2023.”
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Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.
“Evidence: The air vent cover, located on the floor close to circle rug, was bent in the middle creating a gap between the floor and vent cover. This gap was big enough for children to get fingers in. The same vent was also rusted, and sharp on the edge creating a cutting hazard.”
Nov 8, 2023: inspection1 deficiency
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Based on observation, interviews with staff and record review the center failed to inform all staff who work with children of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions.
The inspectors’ words, 154 words
“Evidence: 1. The record for Child 3 listed ?Dairy? in the Allergies or Intolerance to Food, Medication, etc., and Action to Take in an Emergency section of the child registration form. Staff 1 confirmed they were unaware of this food allergy or restriction. Children were observed having milk and cheese stick for am snack. 2. The record for Child 4 listed ?Lactose Intolerance? in the Allergies or Intolerance to Food, Medication, etc., and Action to Take in an Emergency section of the child registration form. Staff 1 confirmed they were unaware of this food allergy or restriction. Children were observed having milk and cheese stick for am snack. 3. The record for Child 5 listed ?Apple juice, oranges, citrus fruit? in the Allergies or Intolerance to Food, Medication, etc., and Action to Take in an Emergency section of the child registration form. Staff 1 confirmed they were unaware of this food allergy or restriction.”
May 9, 2023: inspection4 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child has received the immunization required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for Child 3 indicated the first date of attendance as 11/21/2022. The immunization in record was dated 1/23/2023.”
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8VAC20-780-140-A
“Repeat Violation Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: The record for Child 5 contained a documented start date of 09/13/2022. The physical examination in record was dated 10/31/2022.”
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8VAC20-780-500-A
“Based on observations, the center failed to ensure that children’s hands shall be washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. Evidence: Children were observed eating lunch, lining up and going outside without washing their hands after the meal.”
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8VAC20-780-60-A
The inspectors’ words, 143 words
“Repeat Violation Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that the separate record for each enrolled child contains all of the elements as required by the standards. Evidence: 1. The record for Child 1 did not contain the following information: work phone number for each parent (an employer was listed but the record did not contain a work phone number) and name address and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached (the record contained only 1 non-parental contact) 2. The record for Child 5 did not contain the following information: work phone number for each parent (an employer was listed but the record did not contain a work phone number) and name address and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached.”
Jan 5, 2023: inspection3 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. 1. Evidence: The record for Child 4 did not contain a physical examination. The record indicated the child’s first day of attendance was 8/29/2022. 2. The record for Child 5 did not contain a physical examination. The record indicated the child’s first day of attendance was 8/29/2022.”
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8VAC20-780-290-A-3
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that in areas used by children of preschool age or younger, electrical outlets shall have protective covers. Evidence: There were 2 uncovered outlets in the classroom accessible to children. One was next to the teacher’s chair on the ?circle? rug and the other was next to the art easel.”
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8VAC20-780-60-A
The inspectors’ words, 132 words
“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure the separate record for each enrolled child shall contain all of the elements as required by the standards. Evidence: 1. The record for Child 1 did not contain the following: documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age. 2. The record for Child 3 did not contain the following: allergies and intolerance to medication or any other substances, and action to take in an emergency situation, and chronic physical problems and pertinent developmental information and any special accommodation needed. 3. The record for Child 4 did not contain the following: documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age. 4. The record for Child 5 did not contain the following: documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.”
May 3, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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Based on observation and discussion with staff, the center failed to ensure during the designated rest period shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one-piece covering which is open on three edges.
“Evidence: There were three children observed laying on their mats during the designated rest period without a bottom cover.”
All 10 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Apr 13, 2026 | Inspection | 5 violations cited |
| Dec 15, 2025 | Inspection | 4 violations cited |
| May 14, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Jan 8, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| May 7, 2024 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Nov 8, 2023 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| May 9, 2023 | Inspection | 4 violations cited |
| Jan 5, 2023 | Inspection | 3 violations cited |
| May 3, 2022 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
Is it licensed?
- Child Day Center: Two Year license, expires Feb 17, 2027.
- Ages: 2 years 10 months - 5 years 11 months.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Updated weekly.
Has Virginia acted against it?
- 0 complaint inspections on record.
- No complaint allegations published with findings.
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 2, 2026. Updated weekly.
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 7 child care providers in Halifax County, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 3; this one had 13.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 2, 2026. Updated weekly.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| Tri-County Community Action Agency, Inc - Mary Bethune This child care provider | 13 |
| Tri-County Community Action Agency, Inc. - Riverdale | 8 |
| First Baptist Church | 0 |
| Tri-County Community Action Agency, Inc. - Sydnor Jennings | 3 |
| Emmanuel Seventh Day Adventist Church | 2 |
| Tots and Company Childcare | 15 |
| Rachel McQuigg | 0 |
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 2, 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 2, 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 2, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
If you believe something here is wrong, a correction starts with the agency whose record this copies: Virginia Department of Education. Virginia’s own record is on legacy.dss.virginia.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 Nov 2, 2026.
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