Arroyo, Star

2025

1. High riskStandard 7.0412/18/2025

   7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.04(04)(a)(02) — Administration

   Uses app but was unable to pull up attendance. Corrective action: Attendance is recorded electronically; however, to address accessibility issues, a paper attendance log will also be maintained. This ensures accurate, complete, and readily available attendance documentation in compliance with regulations.. Regulation: daily attendance records indicating each child’s attendance, including arrival and departure times;, a method of knowing exactly who is present on the premises at any given point in the day. Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 1/15/2026
2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.1112/18/2025

   7.11(10) — Health and Safety

   Children did not wash their hands before eating breakfast. Corrective action: The provider will ensure that all children wash their hands with soap and water before eating breakfast. Handwashing will be supervised and completed immediately prior to meals. The provider has incorporated handwashing into the daily routine to ensure consistent compliance.. Regulation: Infection Control. Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 1/15/2026
3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0712/18/2025

   7.07(10)(l) — Physical Facility - Indoors

   Hot water temperature was 132. Corrective action: The hot water temperature was measured at 132°F. To correct this, the provider has purchased a mixing (tempering) valve and will install it on the bathroom sink to regulate water temperature and prevent excessively hot water. The provider will monitor water temperature regularly to ensure it remains within safe limits.. Regulation: Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 1/15/2026
4. Medium-High riskStandard 7.1112/18/2025

   7.11(02)(l)(05), 7.11(02)(l)(04), 7.11(02)(l)(03), 7.11(02)(l)(02), 7.11(02)(l)(01) — Medication

   One child has medication but no parent consent. Corrective action: One child had medication on site without written parent consent. The provider has obtained written parent consent for the medication. All medications will require completed authorization forms before being accepted or administered to ensure ongoing compliance.. Regulation: Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (not applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No. Items not applied to open wounds or broken skin may be supplied by program with notification to parents of such, or parents may send in preferred brands of such items for their own child(ren)’s use. Logging Required: No for items not applied to open wounds or broken skin., Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (when applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Unanticipated Non-Prescription for Mild Symptoms (e.g., acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antihistamines) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Oral Non-Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed weekly with dosage, times, days and purpose Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed., Type of Medication: All Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: Yes. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed. Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed. Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 1/15/2026
5. Medium riskStandard 7.076/5/2025

   7.07(10) — Physical Facility - Indoors

   Children have access to washer and dryer as well as the hook ups. Corrective action: Washer Is cover as well with the hook ups.. Regulation: Indoor Space. The indoor space must be clean, safely maintained, well-ventilated and well-lit, of sufficient size for the children served, and must encourage play and learning. Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 6/6/2025
6. Medium-High riskStandard 7.076/5/2025

   7.07(10)(l) — Physical Facility - Indoors

   Hot water temperature was too high at 133, must be under 120. Corrective action: I lowered the water temperature. Regulation: Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 6/6/2025
7. Medium-High riskStandard 7.046/5/2025

   7.04(14)(a) — Postings

   Emergency numbers were not posted. Corrective action: Emergency contacts are posted and address and phone numbers were corrected .. Regulation: “Call 911” reminder and the telephone number and address of the program, including the location of the program in the facility; Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 6/6/2025
8. High riskStandard 7.112/11/2025

   7.11(01)(a) — Administration

   First aid and cpr expired October 2024. Corrective action: Immediate Renewal Process: I have already scheduled a First Aid and CPR certification renewal course to ensure compliance. The training is set to take place on [02/22/2025, and I will provide proof of completion upon receipt. Preventive Measures: Moving forward, I have set up a reminder system to track expiration dates and schedule renewal courses well in advance to prevent future lapses in certification. Commitment to Safety: Ensuring the safety and well-being of the children in my care is a top priority. I will continue to stay updated on all required certifications and compliance standards.. Regulation: First Aid and CPR Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 2/18/2025
9. Medium-High riskStandard 7.052/11/2025

   7.05(08), 7.05(05) — Interactions

   The [redacted] grabbed a child and moved her. The educator was very caring towards the child. Corrective action: A discussion was held with [redacted] to reinforce that only authorized caregivers and educators are permitted to physically assist or interact with children in care. Clear Boundaries Established: The [redacted] has been informed that she is not to intervene with the children under any circumstances unless she is an approved staff member.. Regulation: The following practices are strictly prohibited:, Educators must provide guidance to children in a positive and consistent way based on an understanding of the individual needs and development of children by: Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Corrected 2/18/2025
10. Medium-High riskStandard 7.072/11/2025

    7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

    There were cleaning wipes, a bottle of advil, and hand sanitizer within the reach of the children. Corrective action: Immediate Removal: All potentially hazardous items, including cleaning wipes, medication, and hand sanitizer, have been removed from children’s reach and placed in a secured, locked cabinet out of their access.. Regulation: Safety Requirements for Equipment, Materials and Furnishings. The licensee must only use indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, furnishings, toys, and games that are appropriate to the ages, needs and developmental level of the children enrolled. They must be sturdy, safely constructed and installed, non-tippable, flame retardant, easily cleaned, and free from lead paint, protruding nails, rust, and other hazards that may be dangerous to children., Educators must ensure that all hazardous objects, including but not limited to matches, lighters, toxic materials, sharp objects, plastic bags and purses are locked or inaccessible to children., Unless otherwise specified in a child’s individual health care plan, the educator must store all medications out of the reach of children and under proper conditions for sanitation, preservation, security and safety during the time the children are in care and during the transportation of children. Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 2/18/2025