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Complaint · July 15, 2026
Founded
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Complaint · July 15, 2026
2.310.A · Correction due July 15, 2026
At the time of the visit, attendance records dated 6/26/2026 were reviewed. Documentation indicated nine (9) children in care, ranging in age from 20 months through 5 years.
Required correction: Immediately 7/15/2026, an experienced family child care provider license permits to care for no more than nine (9) children within the approved age combination and capacity option. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/22/2026. Correct by 07/15/2026
2.318.D.1 · Correction due July 15, 2026
At the time of the visit, observed the daily attendance sheets from 2/26/2026 - 2/28/206 were missing.
Required correction: Immediately 7/15/2026, the attendance records must be kept and maintained in files at the family child care home for three (3) years. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/22/2026. Correct by 07/15/2026
Supervisory visit · June 24, 2025
2.321.A.2.c · Correction due June 24, 2025
Reviewed 8 children's files, 2 files didn't have children's immunizations documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) certificate of immunization.
Required correction: Immediately (6/24/2025) review all children's files, all children must have immunizations documented as specified on the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) certificate of immunization. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/24/2025 Correct by 06/24/2025
2.320.A.7 · Correction due June 24, 2025
Reviewed 8 children's files, one file is lacking the updated Emergency Medical Authorization. The most recent Emergency Medical Authorization was signed on 1/8/2024.
Required correction: Immediately (6/24/2025) review all children's files, all files must have updated Emergency Medical Authorizations. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/24/2025 Correct by 06/24/2025
2.321.A.3 · Correction due July 24, 2025
Reviewed 8 children's files, one file is missing the child's updated health statement signed and dated by a health care provider.
Required correction: Review all children's files, all files mus have the child's updated health statement signed and dated by a health care provider. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 07/24/2025
2.336.C.1
At the time of the visit observed several cleaning supplies by the door of the basement. Also, observed "seed starting mix" labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in the backyard.
2.336.C.11 · Correction due July 24, 2025
At the time of the visit observed baskets and boxes within less than 3 feet of the furnace and water heater.
Required correction: Flammable or combustible items must be stored in a locked area remote from the kitchen, and at least three (3) feet from the furnace, hot water heater or any other heating device. These items include, but are not limited to, paints, fuels, insecticides, and other hazardous chemicals. Submit a written statement of compliance by Correct by 07/24/2025
2.312.M · Correction due July 24, 2025
Reviewed the provider's file, the file is lacking documentation of the Introduction to Early Intervention training.
Required correction: Obtain the Introduction to Early Intervention training and submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by Correct by 07/24/2025
Supervisory visit · June 28, 2024
2.336.B.1 · Correction due June 28, 2024
In the downstairs bathroom in an unlocked drawer, small hairties were accessible to children under three (3) years of age, causing a potential choke hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, materials available to children under three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard. Corrected at the time of visit, the provider removed the hair ties. Submit a written statement of future compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.321.A.5 · Correction due July 28, 2024
Reviewed 10 child files. Observed 2 children over two (2) years of age missing current documentation of a health statement.
Required correction: Children over two (2)) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 07/28/2024
2.336.C.1 · Correction due June 28, 2024
In the upstairs unlocked hallway bathroom; Aquafor, baby oil and hair products were accessible to children, causing a potential hazard.
Required correction: Immediately, all hazardous items must be inaccessible to children. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.336.C.2 · Correction due June 28, 2024
In the upstairs hallway and unlocked bedrooms, outlets were not covered with a protective cover.
Required correction: Immediately, all outlets must have a protective cover. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.336.C.11 · Correction due June 28, 2024
A trashcan with dryer lint was within three (3) feet of the furnace and hot water heater.
Required correction: Flammable items msut not be store within three (3) feet of the furnace or hot water heater. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.317.D.1 · Correction due June 28, 2024
Reviewed the sign in/out procedure and observed 3 children signed in, however, 5 were in attendance.
Required correction: Immediately, children must be signed in and out with the child's name, the time the child arrives and leaves, and the parent/guardian's signature. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.312.D · Correction due June 28, 2024
Reviewed the provider's file and observed expired CPR training dated 5/2024.
Required correction: Prior to working with children and every two (2) years, a cpr/first aid training must be completed. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.311.A.14
Reviewed the household member's health evaluations and observed Chris M. lacking documentation of a health evaluation from a licensed physician.
Required correction: All members of the home must have a health evaluation signed by a licensed physician every two (2) years or as required in a written plan. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by
2.321.A.4 · Correction due July 28, 2024
Reviewed 10 child files. Observed 1 child under (2) years of age missing current documentation of a health statement.
Required correction: Children under two (2)) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 07/28/2024
2.321.A.2.c
Reviewed 10 child files. Observed 3 missing current documentation of immunizations.
2.320.A.7 · Correction due June 28, 2024
Reviewed 10 child files. Observed 2 children missing current documentation of a signed authorization for emergency medical care.
Required correction: Immediately, written authorization for emergency medical care must be signed and updated annually by the parent(s) or guardian(s). Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2028. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.321.B.11 · Correction due June 28, 2024
Reviewed 10 child files. Observed 2 files missing current documentation with signed authorization for topical preparations.
Required correction: Written authorization to administer topical preparations must be given by a parent/guardian. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 06/28/2024
2.316.A
Reviewed 10 child files. Observed 2 files missing documentation of a signed policy by the parent/guardian.
2.320.A.10 · Correction due July 28, 2024
Reviewed 10 child files. Observed 2 files missing signed documentation for media use.
Required correction: A written authorization for media use must be signed by a parent/guardian. Submit a written statement of compliance by 7/28/2024. Correct by 07/28/2024
Licensing visit
2.337.D.3 · Correction due May 13, 2026
The outdoor play space have the following items to be hazardous to children: two disassembled basketball hoops, green peeling paint right side of shed, plastic trash bags, broken toys and wheelbarrow to be accessible to children.
Required correction: Immediately 5/13/2026, all play spaces must be free from hazardous materials, including wheelbarrow. Submit a written statement of compliance by 6/13/2026. Correct by 05/13/2026
The basement window covering outdoors to be cracked and accessible to children.
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