Shalasha Owens
A local ordinance approved FDH in Alexandria, Virginia 22309
8178 Fernlake Court, Alexandria, Virginia 22309. (703) 940-2312.
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The short answer
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?
7 inspections on record, the latest on Dec 1, 2025.
44 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
44 deficiencies in 6 months of the last 36. Last cited Dec 2025. The last 3 years, to Nov 5, 2026.
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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.
Dec 1, 2025: subsidy health and safety inspection10 deficiencies
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*REPEAT VIOLATION* The vendor shall maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.
“Attendance records did not contain any documentation of attendance in the month of September 2025.”
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8VAC20-790-190-B
“An up to date record for each child enrolled shall be maintained by the provider. The record for Child #1 and #2 did not contain an address for the place of work of the custodial parent, an acknowledgement of the parents having received the policies for administration of medication. The record for Child #3 did not contain an acknowledgement of the parents having received the policies for administration of medication.”
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8VAC20-790-190-B-12
“The provider must ensure to keep a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy. The record for Child #3 did not contain a written care plan for the child’s diagnosed food allergy.”
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*REPEAT VIOLATION* Areas and equipment of the family day home, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
“The following unsanitary and unsafe conditions were observed on the day of inspection: * Heavy smell of smoke (cigarrete) inside the home. * Generalized areas of the floor with crumbs. * A small table accessible to the children showed signs of not being clean like crumbs, and dirt stuck on the table.”
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8VAC20-790-270-A
“*REPEAT VIOLATION* Potentially poisonous substances, materials, and supplies shall be stored away in areas inaccessible to children. Keep out of reach substances and materials were accessible to children in the front hallway (bottle of laundry detergent) and vendor’s bedroom (door was unlocked).”
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8VAC20-790-410-A-1
“The first aid kit shall contain all required components. There was no adhesive tape in the first aid kit.”
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8VAC20-790-420-C
“A 911 or local dial number for police, fire, and emergency medical services and the number of the regional poison control center shall be posted in a visible and conspicuous place. There was no list of emergency numbers posted in a conspicuous place.”
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Evacuation procedures shall be practiced at least monthly.
“There was no documentation of evacuation drills being practiced at least monthly since April 2025.”
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Shelter-in-place procedures shall be practiced twice a year.
“There was no evidence that Shelter-in-place procedures were practiced at least twice a year.”
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Lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually.
“There was no evidence that Lockdown procedures were practiced at least annually.”
Feb 25, 2025: complaint inspection9 deficiencies
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*REPEAT VIOLATION* The vendor shall maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.
“No attendance record was completed for the month of February. The attendance records for January 2025 and December 2024 were incomplete and were not consistent in documenting the arrival and departure of the children.”
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Areas and equipment of the family day home, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
The inspectors’ words, 92 words
“The following unsanitary and unsafe conditions were observed on the day of inspection: * Heavy smell of smoke (cigarrete) inside the home. * Generalized areas of the floor with crumbs and ripped pieces of paper/cardboard. * A small table accessible to the children showed signs of not being clean like crumbs, straw wrappers, empty cups, ripped pieces of paper, dirt stuck on the table. * Boxes and other materials stacked along the hallway that leads from the entrance door to the care area. These may become unstable and fall on the children.”
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*REPEAT VIOLATION* A caregiver shall provide direct care and supervision of each child at all times.
“The Vendor reported that on February 6, 2025, after demonstrating in front of the children the use of a flyswapper to sing along to a song, she gave the flyswapper to the children for them to use. Afterwards, the vendor sat at a nearby table with her back turned to the children while they played with the flyswapper. During this time, Child #1 was struck on his face with the flyswapper which resulted in a visible welt on the right side of his face.”
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The caregiver shall maintain a written record of children’s serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence.
“The incident of January 30, 2025 on which Child #1 (3 years old) arrived home with scratches on his upper chest was not documented . An injury report was not filled out and the parent’s signature requested.”
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Materials and equipment used for child care shall be age and stage appropriate for the children.
“The Vendor stated that on February 6, 2025, she utilized a flyswatter as a prop to sing along to Ms Rachel’s song “Shoo Fly”. The Vendor demonstrated using the flyswatter and tapping on the children. The Vendor then allowed the children to use the flyswatter unsupervised and in a manner that is not intended to be used which resulted in Child #1 being injured.”
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A child shall not be allowed to attend the family day home for the day if presenting certain symptoms.
“The Vendor stated that Child #4 and Child #5 did not attend public school the date of inspection because they were showing symptoms like: being “feverish” and having “stuffy noses”. Despite the children having symptoms, they were in the care area playing with other children.”
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Children’s hands shall be washed with soap and running water after diapering.
“Caregiver #1 did not wash Child #2’s hands after their diaper was changed.”
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Caregivers shall wash their hands with soap and running water after changing a diaper.
“Caregiver #1 was observed changing the diaper of Child #2 and did not wash her hands afterwards.”
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Food shall be stored in a sanitary manner.
“Two cans of baby formula were being stored on the sink in the bathroom of the care area.”
Jan 9, 2025: complaint inspection5 deficiencies
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1.Household Members 18 years of age and older must obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the household member moving in. Adult household member must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to moving in.
The inspectors’ words, 122 words
“2. Household members 14 years of age and old must obtain the results of a central registry search by the end of the 30th day of moving in. 3.Adult household members must obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Household members #1, 2 and 3 do not have a completed national criminal background check and have lived in the home for more than five months. Household members #1, 2, and 3 do not have central registry search results and have lived in the home for more than five months. Household members #2 and 3 do not have a signed sworn statement and have lived in the home for more than five months.”
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8VAC20-790-180-B
“The provider shall maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. The provider did not maintain a written hard copy of daily attendance documenting it as it occurred on the day of the inspection.”
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8VAC20-790-260-K
“REPEAT VIOLATION Stairs shall not be accessible to children less than two years of age and children older than two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision. Stairs located in the childcare area were accessible to the children in care.”
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8VAC20-790-300-A
“A caregiver shall be physically present on site and provide direct care and supervision of each child at all times. When the inspector arrived at 10:00 a.m., the provider was not present in the home and children #1 and #2 were already present in the home. The provider arrived at 10:06 a.m.”
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Children shall be protected from materials that could be swallowed or present a choking hazard. Toys or objects less than 1-1/4 inches in diameter and less than two inches in length shall be kept out of reach of children less than three years of age.
“Children less than three years of age had access to various toys and objects less than 1 1/4 inches in diameter, including small building blocks.”
Dec 2, 2024: subsidy health and safety inspection3 deficiencies
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8VAC20-790-200-3
“The caregiver record shall contain documentation of a current tuberculosis screening. Caregiver has a TB screening that is over 7 months expired.”
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8VAC20-790-260-K
“Stairs shall not be accessible to children less than two years of age and children older than two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision. Stairs to the upper level of the home were accessible to the children.”
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8VAC20-790-270-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Potentially poisonous substances, materials, and supplies shall be stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. Keep out of reach substances and materials were accessible to children in the bathroom and front hallway.”
Jul 15, 2024: subsidy health and safety inspection2 deficiencies
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8VAC20-790-190-B
The inspectors’ words, 101 words
“Based on review of children’s records, not all records contained the required information. Evidence The record for child #1 and #2 did not contain documentation a the name, address and telephone number for at least one person designed by the parent to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. The record for child #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not contain documentation of the names of persons other than the custodial parent who are authorized to pick up the child. The record for child #4 did not contain documentation of the proof of the child’s identity.”
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8VAC20-790-430-A-1
“Based on review of emergency procedures an evacuation drill is not being practiced at least monthly. Evidence There was no documentation of evacuation drills being practiced at least monthly.”
Jan 26, 2024: subsidy health and safety inspection15 deficiencies
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8VAC20-790-170-D
“Based on observation, the vendor did not ensure that the family day home does not exceed the capacity of children cared for as allowed by law or regulation. Evidence There were 8 children present in care when the inspector arrived at 11:00am on 1/26/24 to conduct the inspection. The vendor is not allowed to exceed the capacity of 4 children in care.”
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8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on review of general recordkeeping reports, the vendor did not maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence There was no written record of daily attendance during the inspection.”
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8VAC20-790-190-A
“Based on review of children’s records the vendor did not maintain and keep at the family day home written or electronic information for each enrolled child. Evidence There was no record for child #3”
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Based on review of children’s records the vendor did not maintain complete records for each enrolled child. Evidence There was no written parental agreement between parent and the vendor for child #1 and #2.
The inspectors’ words, 91 words
“There was no child information, name, home address and telephone number of parent, no emergency contact information, no authorized pick up, no immunization record, no emergency medical treatment authorization, no sick policy, and no written agreement between parent and the vendor for child #4 and #5. There was no child information, name, home address and telephone number of parent, no emergency contact information, no authorized pick up, no proof of identity, no emergency medical treatment authorization, no sick policy, and no written agreement between parent and the vendor for child #6.”
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8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on review of documentation and interview, the vendor did not ensure that each caregiver annually complete at least 16 hours of training, including the department’s health and safety update coarse. Evidence Caregiver 1?s record was reviewed, and no training was available for review. Caregiver 1 reported that she had completed some trainings but wasn’t sure how many hours and had no documentation on file.”
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8VAC20-790-270-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation the vendor did not ensure potentially poisonous substances were stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence Potentially poisonous substances, including cleaning agents and deodorizers, were accessible to children in the cabinet under the bathroom sink and under the kitchen sink.”
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8VAC20-790-280-A-4
“Based on observation each bathroom was not equipped with all the required supplies. Evidence: No paper towels or an air dryer were observed in the bathroom the children use.”
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8VAC20-790-300-A
The inspectors’ words, 118 words
“Based on observation, a caregiver was not physically present on site and providing direct care and supervision of each child at all times. Evidence After existing the house on 1/26/24 at 12:45pm, but while still present on the property preparing to leave, the inspector observed Caregiver 1 leaving the family day home. The inspector went back to the family day home to confirm that Caregiver 1 had left the home and to see who was caring for the children in care. The children in care were left with two household members, only one of which was an adult. The household members told the inspector that Caregiver 1 had an appointment. Neither household member is designated as a caregiver”
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8VAC20-790-300-E
“Based on observation, supervision and ratio requirements were not met. Evidence Upon the inspector’s arrival at 11:00am on 1/26/2024, eight children were in care, totaling 17 points, with one caregiver when each caregiver may only care of 16 points at one time. The home remained out of ratio during the entire inspection, and then after the inspector left the home at 12:45pm. Caregiver 1 left the home, leaving the children with no approved caregivers when at least two caregivers were needed.”
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8VAC20-790-360-B
“Based on observation, children less than three years of age were not protected from materials that could be swallowed or present a choking hazard. Evidence Observed in the area accessible to all the children were numerous pieces of small toys and objects, less than 1 ? inches in diameter and less than two inches in length, that could be swallowed or present a choking hazard to children less than three years of age.”
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8VAC20-790-360-G
“Based on interviews, the children do not rest on individual cots or rest mats. Evidence Caregiver 1 told the inspector that the children rest on two futons that lay flat. The boys rest on one and the girls on the other, laying head to feet. Each futon is approximately 6 feet long by 4.5 feet wide.”
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8VAC20-790-390-F
“Based on observation there is no way to dispose of soiled diapers that is either foot operated or used in such a way that neither the caregiver’s hand nor the soiled diaper or wipe touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Evidence There was no way to dispose of soiled diapers or wipes without the soiled diaper, wipe or caregiver’s hands touching the storage system during disposal.”
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8VAC20-790-410-A-1
“Based on review of first aid supplies, the first aid kit was incomplete. Evidence The first aid kit was missing a digital thermometer, scissors, and single-use gloves.”
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8VAC20-790-410-B-1
“Based on observation, the required non-medical supplies did not contain a working, battery-operated flashlight. Evidence There wasn’t a working battery-operated flashlight available.”
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8VAC20-790-410-B-2
“Based on observation, the required nonmedical supplies did not contain a working, battery operated radio. Evidence There wasn’t a working battery-operated radio available.”
Feb 13, 2023: subsidy health and safety inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-790-270-A
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances were not stored away in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence Potentially poisonous substances: cleaning supplies on the kitchen counter, hair spray and chest rub on the bathroom counter were not stored away in areas inaccessible to children.”
All 7 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Dec 1, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 10 violations cited |
| Feb 25, 2025 | Complaint inspection | 9 violations cited |
| Jan 9, 2025 | Complaint inspection | 5 violations cited |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 3 violations cited |
| Jul 15, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Jan 26, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 15 violations cited |
| Feb 13, 2023 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 1 violation cited |
Is it licensed?
- Local Ordinance Approved FDH: Local Ordinance Approved FDH, expires Nov 30, 2026.
- A current subsidy provider.
- Capacity: Not given.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
Has Virginia acted against it?
- 2 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 5, 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 1353 child care providers in Fairfax County, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 7; this one had 44.
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 |
|---|---|
| Shalasha Owens This child care provider | 44 |
| Nicole Ferguson | 6 |
| Engleside Baptist Church | 0 |
| Aquinas Montessori School | 3 |
| SACC-Riverside | 8 |
| SACC at Washington Mill | 1 |
| SACC at Woodley Hills | 4 |
| Fauzia Zubair | 7 |
| Sunita Malvea | 7 |
| Elizabeth Tsamah | 9 |
| Dilshad Begum | 15 |
| Idalia Vigil Gomez | 12 |
| Cintia Alvarado | 10 |
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.
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 5, 2026.
From the provider
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Replies
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Paid listing
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