Little Hands Family Day Care, Inc

2025

1. Medium-High riskStandard 5010/27/2025

   50. (50-01)

   A substitute did not complete the department's required training before keeping children. At the time of the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, it was observed that the substitute was missing the School Readiness training on their DCF transcript as well as their Annual 10 Hour Inservice Log. At the time of the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the substitute had completed their School Readiness training (completed on DCF transcript) as well as their Annual 10 Hour Inservice log with certificates was observed in their file. This standard is now in compliance. 50. Training Requirements (Article VI.B) (Article VI.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12.4 First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Page 25-26 and Section 17 Training Requirements, Pages 32-35) Compliance CHILDREN RECORDS 51. Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Not Monitored 52. Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A) (Article XV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Not Monitored 53. Discipline Policy and Daily Program (Article XII.A - F) (Article XII.A - F) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 8 Child Discipline, Pages 16-17) Not Monitored Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments . Counselor Comments FDOH: Unsatisfactory School Readiness: Unsatisfactory Reinspection completed by R.M. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Rachael Matlach Date: 10/27/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Marianela Franco Date: 10/27/2025 Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
2. High riskStandard 4910/27/2025

   49. (49-01)

   There was no statement on file for the operator, substitute or household member attesting that the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals" had been read. (Section 18.3, number 3) Household/Sub Record [SR] At the time of the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, it was observed that the Substitute's file was missing the current 2025 Child Abuse and Neglect document. At the time of the reinspection, it was observed that the Substitute's 2025 Child Abuse and Neglect document was in the Substitute's file. This standard is now found to be in compliance. 49. Child Abuse and Neglect (Article VI.B) (Article VI.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.4 Background Screening, Pages 38-39) Compliance Compliance Comments Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
3. Medium riskStandard 4810/27/2025

   48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (Article VI.C) (48-05)

   There was no verification of a current medical examination for the substitute. Comments: 48.5 No Current Medical Exam for Substitute There was no verification of a current medical examination for the substitute. At the time of the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, this standard was not monitored During the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the provider and substitute's physical as well as TB screening expired in May 2024. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to her that both the physical and TB screenings only last 2 years not 5 and that she needs to update records with a current up to date physical and TB screening for both provider and substitute. Compliance Comments Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
4. Medium riskStandard 4810/27/2025

   48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (Article VI.C) (48-04)

   There was no verification of a current medical examination for the operator of the family day care home. Comments: 48.4 No Current Medical Exam for Operator: There was no verification of a current medical examination for the operator of the family day care home. At the time of the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, this standard was not monitored During the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the provider and substitute's physical as well as TB screening expired in May 2024. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to her that both the physical and TB screenings only last 2 years not 5 and that she needs to update records with a current up to date physical and TB screening for both provider and substitute. Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
5. Medium riskStandard 4810/27/2025

   48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (Article VI.C) (48-02)

   There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the substitute. Comments: 48.2 No Current TB Screening for Substitute There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the substitute. At the time of the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, this standard was not monitored During the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the provider and substitute's physical as well as TB screening expired in May 2024. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to her that both the physical and TB screenings only last 2 years not 5 and that she needs to update records with a current up to date physical and TB screening for both provider and substitute. Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
6. Medium riskStandard 4810/27/2025

   48. Physical and TB Certifications (Article VI.C) (Article VI.C) (48-01)

   There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the operator of the family day care home. Comments: 48.1 No Current TB Screening for Operator There was no statement of a current tuberculosis risk assessment for the operator of the family day care home. At the time of the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, this standard was not monitored. During the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the provider and substitute's physical as well as TB screening expired in May 2024 Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to her that both the physical and TB screenings only last 2 years not 5 and that she needs to update records with a current up to date physical and TB screening for both provider and substitute. Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
7. High riskStandard 4710/27/2025

   47. (47-02)

   The personnel record for the substitute did not include a signed and notarized "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". At the time of the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, it was observed that the Substitute's file was missing the current 2025 Affidavit of Good Moral Character document. At the time of the reinspection, it was observed that the Substitute's 2025 Affidavit of Good Moral Character document was in the Substitute's file. This standard is now found to be in compliance. 47. Background Screening (Article VII.B) (Article VII.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.4 Background Screening, Pages 38-39) Compliance HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
8. High riskStandard 3510/27/2025

   35. (35-14)

   The home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 13.1, number 2) Safety/Health [SR] At the time of the license renewal inspection, conducted on 10/20/2025, it was observed that the fire extinguisher service tag was missing the punches for the month and year that the fire extinguisher was serviced. At the time of the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the fire extinguisher service tag has been correctly punched with the month/year of service as well as that it's a new fire extinguisher with a 12-month service expiration warranty. This standard is now found to be in compliance. 35. Fire Safety and Emergency Planning (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Article VIII. A and J; 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the license renewal inspection, it was observed that the providers thermometer, although working was showing a low battery warning. Technical Assistance was provided by reminding provider that she needs to replace the battery in the thermometer before it stops working. At the time of the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the thermometer had been replaced with a new working thermometer. 36. First Aid Supplies (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12 Health Related Requirements, Pages 25-26) Compliance 37. Accident or Incident Reports (Article IX.B) (Article IX.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 14 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 28) Not Monitored 38. Field Trips (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 5 Transportation (If Applicable), Pages 14-15) Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 39. Food Service (Article XI.A) (Article XI.A) Not Monitored 40. Menu Posted/Filed (Article XI.A) (Article XI.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16.1 Food Hygiene, Page 30) Not Monitored 41. Special Diets (Article XI.G) (Article XI.G) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16.1 Food Hygiene, Page 30) Not Monitored 42. Schedule for Meals and Snacks (Article XI.D) (Article XI.D) Not Monitored 43. Infant Feeding (Article XI.E) (Article XI.E) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16 Food and Nutrition, Pages 29-32) Not Monitored 44. Food Preparation Area (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16 Food and Nutrition, Pages 29-32) Not Monitored MEDICATION 45. Medication (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 15 Medication, Page 29) Not Monitored PERSONNEL 46. Personnel Requirements (Article VI.A and E) (Article VI.A and E) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 2 Substitutes/Employees, Page 11) Not Monitored BACKGROUND SCREENING Compliance Comments Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
9. Medium-High riskStandard 3510/27/2025

   35. (35-03)

   The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill during naptime as required During the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, it was observed that the provider's fire drill log was missing fire drills as well as had incomplete dates (missing day of drill, had month and year) During the license renewal reinspection, it was observed that the provider had labeled the missing fire drills. Missing Nap Fire Drill: 08/2025 at 1PM. 1 adult and 4 children. Took 1 minute to complete this fire drill Missing Alternative Route Fire Drill: 09/2025 at 9:00 AM. 1 Adult and 1 child. Took 30 seconds to complete this fire drill. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

   Not corrected
10. High riskStandard 0910/27/2025

    09. (09-08)

    Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. (Section 11.3, number 5) General Requirements [SR] During the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, it was observed that items not related to diaper changes were being stored on the diaper changing table. At the time of the reinspection, it was observed that the items were removed from the bottom shelf of the diaper changing table, and this standard is now found to be in compliance. 09. Diaper Changing Area (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24) Compliance 10. Advertising (Article IV.E) (Article IV.E) Not Monitored 11. Supervision (Article VI.D and Article VII.E ) (Article VI.D and Article VII.E ) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 4 Supervision, Page 13) Not Monitored 12. Transportation Services (Articles XIV.A - H) (Articles XIV.A - H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 5 Transportation (If Applicable), Pages 14-15) Not Monitored 13. Transporting Children (Article XIV A-H) (Article XIV A-H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 5 Transportation (If Applicable), Pages 14-15) Not Monitored 14. Nighttime Care (Article XIII.A - F) (Article XIII.A - F) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Pages 19-20 and Section 11.4 Bedding and Linens, Pages 23-24) Not Monitored PHYSICAL FACILITY 15. Physical Facility in Good Repair (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Not Monitored 16. Ventilation Requirements (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27) Not Monitored 17. Heating Requirements (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27) Not Monitored 18. Flooring Requirements (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Not Monitored 19. Lighting and Electrical (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 13.1 Fire Safety, Page 27) Not Monitored 20. Wall and Ceiling (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Not Monitored 21. Fenced Areas (Article VIII.C) (Article VIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Not Monitored 22. Sewage (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) Not Monitored 23. Water Supply (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 16 Food and Nutrition, Pages 29-32) Not Monitored 24. Solid Waste Management (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) Not Monitored 25. Housing Construction (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) Not Monitored 26. Clean and Orderly (Article VIII.E and H) (Article VIII.E and H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Not Monitored Compliance Comments During the license renewal inspection conducted on 10/20/2025, this standard was not monitored. At the time of the license renewal reinspection, the provider stated that she does her own pest control and does it weekly. This standard has now been monitored and found to be in compliance. 27. Vermin Control (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Compliance TOILET/BATH FACILITY 28. Toilet and Bath Facilities (Article VIII.H) (Article VIII.H) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24) Not Monitored SAFETY/HEALTH 29. Bedding and Cribs (Article VIII.D) (Article VIII.D) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Pages 19-20 and Section 11.4 Bedding and Linens, Pages 23-24) Not Monitored 30. Emergency Plan and Numbers (Article VIII.A) (Article VIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 13 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 26-28) Not Monitored 31. Play Equipment (Article VIII.G) (Article VIII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Not Monitored 32. Safe Environment (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Monitored 33. Water Hazards (Articles VI.B and VIII.C) (Articles VI.B and VIII.C) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Monitored 34. Animals/Pets (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Article VIII.A and 65C-20.010) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Monitored Compliance Comments Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-27. View official inspection document (report a203714e-90fa-48a0-b4b0-4a3d5d324eed)

    Not corrected
11. Medium riskStandard 5010/20/2025

    50. (50-01)

    A substitute did not complete the department's required training before keeping children. Comments: Substitute missing school readiness training. Provider stated substitute (spouse) is working on completing it. CHILDREN RECORDS Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the children's files were observed and found to be incompliance. The following children's files were observed: BF, E BF, E OD, M S, S. 51. Childrens Records and Enrollment (Article XV.A and B) (Article XV.A and B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, the children's files were observed and found to be incompliance. The following children's files were observed: BF, E BF, E OD, M S, S. 52. Physical Examination and Immunization (Article XV.A) (Article XV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Compliance Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 29b6b83c-1281-4abb-9faf-917be3548eef)

    Not corrected
12. High riskStandard 4910/20/2025

    49. (49-01)

    There was no statement on file for the operator, substitute or household member attesting that the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals" had been read. (Section 18.3, number 3) Household/Sub Record [SR] Comments: Substitute missing signed February 2025 Child Abuse and Neglect Form. Provider showed completed document and stated that she will email copy of document once husband signs the document. 50. Training Requirements (Article VI.B) (Article VI.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12.4 First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Page 25-26 and Section 17 Training Requirements, Pages 32-35) Noncompliance Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 29b6b83c-1281-4abb-9faf-917be3548eef)

    Not corrected
13. Medium-Low riskStandard 4710/20/2025

    47. (47-02)

    The personnel record for the substitute did not include a signed and notarized "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments: Substitute missing signed February 2025 Affidavit of Good Moral Character. Provider showed completed document and stated that she will email copy of document once husband signs the document. HOUSEHOLD/SUB RECORD Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 29b6b83c-1281-4abb-9faf-917be3548eef)

    Not corrected
14. Medium-High riskStandard 3510/20/2025

    35. (35-14)

    The home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. (Section 13.1, number 2) Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the tag on the fire extinguisher was not stamped/punched with the date of service. Provider stated that extinguisher was just purchased on 10/14/2025 and that the company forgot to stamp/punch the service date on the extinguisher. She also provided an invoice proving the extinguisher had been purchased on 10/14/2025. Will recheck the fire extinguisher upon reinspection of the home. Technical Assistance was provided to the provider by explaining to her that the fire extinguisher needs to have the tag either stamped or punched with the month and year of service. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, it was observed that there were 2 first aid kits and both kits contained the required objects such as gauze, gloves, band aids, and applicators. 36. First Aid Supplies (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12 Health Related Requirements, Pages 25-26) Compliance 37. Accident or Incident Reports (Article IX.B) (Article IX.B) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 14 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 28) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of this inspection, provider stated that she does not take the children on field trips. 38. Field Trips (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 5 Transportation (If Applicable), Pages 14-15) Not Applicable FOOD AND NUTRITION Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 29b6b83c-1281-4abb-9faf-917be3548eef)

    Not corrected
15. Medium-High riskStandard 3510/20/2025

    35. (35-04)

    The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill using an alternate route as required. (Section 13.2, number 2) Safety/Health [SR] Comments: At the time of this inspection, it was observed that the provider had not done a fire drill using an alternative route. Technical Assistance was provided by stating to the provider that an alternate route fire drill must be performed and documented as such on the fire drill log. Technical Assistance was also provided to provider by explaining to them that on fire drill logs, each entry must have the complete date with month/date/year. Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 29b6b83c-1281-4abb-9faf-917be3548eef)

    Not corrected
16. Medium-High riskStandard 3510/20/2025

    35. (35-03)

    The operator failed to conduct at least one fire drill during naptime as required. Comments: At the time of this inspection, it was observed that the provider had not done a fire drill during naptime. Technical Assistance was provided by stating to the provider that a naptime fire drill must be performed and documented as such on the fire drill log. Technical Assistance was also provided to provider by explaining to them that on fire drill logs, each entry must have the complete date with month/date/year. Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 29b6b83c-1281-4abb-9faf-917be3548eef)

    Not corrected
17. Medium riskStandard 0910/20/2025

    09. (09-08)

    Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table. (Section 11.3, number 5) General Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the diaper changing table was observed to be clean, sanitary, and in working order. It was stocked with diapers, wipes, and cleaning supplies to clean the changing table between each child At the time of the inspection, toy tunnels were observed to be stored on the bottom shelf of the changing table. Technical Assistance was provided by letting the provider know that toys cannot be stored on the shelfs under a diaper changing table, only diapers, wipes, and cleaning supplies related to changing diapers. Provider removed the toys under the diaper changing table and stored them in another location within the home. Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, provider stated that she does not use advertising. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 29b6b83c-1281-4abb-9faf-917be3548eef)

    Corrected at inspection