Kansas City · Licensed family home
Shields, Denise
A family home in Kansas City, licensed for up to 10 children. The state cited something at 14 of 14 routine visits (Kansas City-area family homes: about 4 in 5). Shortlist has found no website for it yet.
Mid-size home. Mid-size means licensed for 10 children, the size at least half of Kansas City-area’s 86 licensed family homes hold. Small is 8 to 9; larger is 11 to 20.
How they teach
Not published
Who cares for your child
Not published
What it costs
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Shortlist can ask Shields, Denise for what it has not published: how they teach, who is with the children and for how long, what it costs, hours and late pickup, a typical day and sick and biting policies. The answer will go on this page.
What the state has found
Routine visits: 14 of 14 cited something
Across Kansas City-area family homes, the state cites something at about 4 in 5 routine visits (809 visits).
From Missouri DESE Office of Childhood’s published reports, last checked September 25, 2026.
Read every record and the state’s reports
State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood
- Last visit
- July 23, 2026
- On file
- 14 visits since October 2023 — all of them cited findings · 1 complaint investigation
- Fixed?
- The latest correction deadline was July 23, 2026. Missouri DESE Office of Childhood does not publish whether it was made.
- Most serious
- Missouri DESE Office of Childhood does not publish a severity level for a citation, so there is no most-serious to name.
Missouri DESE marks every rule section of an inspection Compliance, Violation or Not Observed, and for each violation publishes the inspector’s observation, the rule quoted in full, the correction required and a deadline. A complaint investigation is published where the state substantiated a rule violation, with its disposition.
Jul 2026 Compliance verification visit 5 findings
Compliance verification visit · July 23, 2026
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety · Correction due July 22, 2026
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.
Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety · Correction due July 22, 2026
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.
Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 23, 2026
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-400.105 · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . · Correction due July 22, 2026
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Denise Shields .
Required correction: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due July 22, 2026
Criminal background check results were not on file for Madison Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Apr 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 7 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · April 29, 2026
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (D) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due April 29, 2026
Animal excrement was observed in an outdoor area used by children; the location of the excrement was fall zone of play area.
Required correction: No animal excrement shall be in areas used by children.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due April 29, 2026
Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by dog food bowls on floor in kitchen and cat food dishes on dining room table.
Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.
Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety
Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.
Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-400.105 · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) .
Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Denise Shields .
Required correction: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for Madison Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Nov 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 1 finding
Compliance monitoring visit · November 24, 2025
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 24, 2025
Outdoor equipment, big wheel , in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.
Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.
Jul 2025 Compliance verification visit 4 findings
Compliance verification visit · July 30, 2025
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 29, 2025
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 30, 2025
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Jeremy Shields, Denise Shields, Morgan Shields, Madison Shields,Mackenzie Shields within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 17, 2025
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due July 30, 2025
Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, Madison Shields, Jeremy Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Apr 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · April 28, 2025
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Jeremy Shields, Denise Shields, Morgan Shields, Madison Shields,Mackenzie Shields within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 hours.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, Madison Shields, Jeremy Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
Feb 2025 Compliance verification visit 3 findings
Compliance verification visit · February 26, 2025
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12) · Licensing Process · Correction due February 26, 2025
Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.
Required correction: The official license shall be posted.
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process · Correction due February 26, 2025
The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due February 17, 2025
The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
Dec 2024 Reinspection visit 7 findings
Reinspection visit · December 11, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12) · Licensing Process
Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.
Required correction: The official license shall be posted.
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process
The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-400.045 (18) · Licensing Process · Correction due December 11, 2024
The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.
Required correction: The provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due December 11, 2024
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: provider purse. The item(s) was/were located on dining room table.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due December 11, 2024
Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by cat food on dining room table.
Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (2) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due December 11, 2024
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).
Required correction: Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times.
Nov 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · November 25, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.045 (18) · Licensing Process
The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.
Required correction: The provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.
Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due November 25, 2024
Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by food and water dishes on the floor in the kitchen.
Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (2) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).
Required correction: Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times.
Jul 2024 Compliance verification visit 7 findings
Compliance verification visit · July 30, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 16, 2024
The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.
Required correction: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants.
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness · Correction due July 16, 2024
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A · Correction due July 17, 2024
The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.
Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E · Correction due July 17, 2024
Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".
Required correction: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due July 30, 2024
Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.
Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3. · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 16, 2024
The assistant(s), Jeremy Shields, did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due July 16, 2024
Criminal background check results were not on file for Morgan Shields, Denise Shields, Jeremy Shields and Mackenzie Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Jul 2024 Supplemental visit 14 findings
Supplemental visit · July 11, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process · Correction due July 10, 2024
The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (B) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 9, 2024
The equipment list was not submitted.
Required correction: The child care provider shall submit an equipment list as required.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C) · Annual Requirements
The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.
Required correction: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due April 11, 2024
The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 11, 2024
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Denise Shields, J.S., Mackenzie Shields and Morgan shields within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due July 10, 2024
The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that broken boards and exposed nails.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A
The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.
Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E
Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".
Required correction: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.
Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3. · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The assistant(s), Jeremy Shields, did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 11, 2024
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of Denise Shields, the staff listed need the following information: 9.5.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for Morgan Shields, Denise Shields, Jeremy Shields and Mackenzie Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12) · Licensing Process · Correction due July 10, 2024
Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.
Required correction: The official license shall be posted.
Individual employees are shown by initials. The state’s report, linked above, names them in full.
Apr 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 16 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · April 10, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12) · Licensing Process
Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.
Required correction: The official license shall be posted.
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process
The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.
Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (B) · Annual Requirements
The equipment list was not submitted.
Required correction: The child care provider shall submit an equipment list as required.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C) · Annual Requirements
The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.
Required correction: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due April 10, 2024
The Annual Declaration was not submitted.
Required correction: The child care provider shall submit the Annual Declaration as required.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements
The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.
Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements
The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Denise Shields, J.S., Mackenzie Shields and Morgan shields within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due April 10, 2024
Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Glade plug in bulb and cheese graters. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawers/cabinets.
Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home
The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that broken boards and exposed nails.
Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.
Required correction: Facility must post information as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A
The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.
Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E
Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".
Required correction: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.
Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3. · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The assistant(s), Jeremy Shields, did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of Denise Shields, the staff listed need the following information: 9.5.
Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for Morgan Shields, Denise Shields, Jeremy Shields and Mackenzie Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Individual employees are shown by initials. The state’s report, linked above, names them in full.
Feb 2024 Compliance verification visit 3 findings
Compliance verification visit · February 5, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due February 5, 2024
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due February 5, 2024
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due January 30, 2024
Criminal background check results were not on file for Makenzie Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Jan 2024 Supplemental visit 3 findings
Supplemental visit · January 25, 2024
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for Makenzie Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
Jan 2024 Complaint SUBSTANTIATED
Complaint · January 16, 2024
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-400.185 (4)(A)
No child shall be permitted to enroll in or attend any day care facility caring for ten (10) or more children unless the child has been adequately immunized against vaccine-preventable childhood illnesses specified by the department in accordance with recommendations of the Immunization Practices Advisory Committee (ACIP). The parent or guardian of the child shall provide satisfactory evidence of the required immunizations. Satisfactory evidence means a statement, certificate or record from a physician or other recognized health facility or personnel, stating that the required immunizations have been given to the child and verifying the type of vaccine and the month, day and year of administration.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-400.105 (1)(H)
The provider shall have available a copy of the Licensing Rules for Family Child Care Homes in Missouri. Providers and assistants shall review and be knowledgeable of the rules at the time they begin work, and shall be able to understand and apply the rules which relate to their respective responsibilities.
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-400.210 (2)
An individual file shall be kept to identify each child and to enable the provider to communicate with the parent(s), guardian, or legal custodian of the child in an emergency. Records shall include:
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-400.210 (3)
Health information shall be retained in each child's individual file and shall include:
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Violation substantiated · 5 CSR 25-400.210 (3)(A)
A medical examination report for each infant, toddler, or preschool child or a health report for each school-age child as required by 5 CSR 25-400.125 Medical Examination Reports;
Required correction: The facility shall notify all caregivers (paid employees and paid or unpaid volunteers) of the violations which were substantiated and specify the actions to be taken by all caregivers, in order to comply with all violations cited. A copy of the memo, letter, or meeting agenda shall be submitted to the Office of Childhood.
Oct 2023 Compliance monitoring visit 5 findings
Compliance monitoring visit · October 19, 2023
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due October 19, 2023
Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by food and water dishes on kitchen floor.
Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.
5 CSR 25-400.095 (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials 3 · Correction due October 19, 2023
Outdoor equipment, Large climber, in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by handle rusting.
Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel
The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.
Required correction: Required age-appropriate certification in first aid/CPR shall be on file, with at least one caregiver with certification on site.
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements
Criminal background check results were not on file for Makenzie Shields.
Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.
A day here
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Details
- Phone
- (816) 582-8092
- Address
- 1609 NW 78th St
- License
- 002261752, active
- Ownership
- For-profit
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Details
- Phone, Address, License — Checked July 2026 · healthapps.dhss.mo.gov
- Ownership — Checked September 2026 · healthapps.dhss.mo.gov