AIDENS HOME DAYCARE LLC
COLUMBIA, PA·Group Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address223 POPLAR ST, COLUMBIA, PA, 17512
CountyLancaster
Phone(717) 203-6111
Operating details
Capacity12
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 1, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/24/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High15
- Medium7
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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223 POPLAR ST, COLUMBIA, PA, 17512, COLUMBIA, PA 17512
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/24/2025
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- Medium-High15
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- Medium-Low3
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2025
- Medium-High risk11/24/2025
Health Assessment Requirements/Health assessment, TB test (3280.151(c)/3280.192(3))
Documentation of a TB test was not available for facility person #1. Requirement: The health assessment must include the following specified in §3280.151(c)(1-5) A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: We had the doctor finally fill it out. Health assessment and results of TB test are now on file for facility person 1. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/20/2025 - Medium-Low risk11/24/2025
Two written references (3280.192(5))
Documentation of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person was not available for facility person #1 and facility person #2. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: We have references for person 1 and we are working on person two, but that is not an issue because she's not working with us at this time. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/24/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 1211/24/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3280.151(a)/3280.192(3))
Documentation of a health assessment for facility person #1 was not available at the time of inspection. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: Health assessment done, but doctor hadn't put it in the pick-up, so we didn't have it on file. Health assessment and results of TB test are now on file. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/24/2025 - Medium-High risk11/24/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3280.32(a)/3280.192(4))
Documentation of child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, disclosure statement, and mandated reporter training was not available for facility person #2 at the time of the inspection. facility person has been observed present at the facility with contact with children at least 3 times over a period of 45 days. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person 2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Person 2 is working on getting clearances (only needs FBI). Person 2 won't be working with us but will have her paperwork updated in case we need her to help out when she is not working. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/24/2025 - Medium-High risk11/24/2025
Training regarding plan (3280.26(c))
Documentation of emergency plan training at the time of initial start date was not available for facility person #1 and facility person #2. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training. Correction: Both have been trained and it is in file. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/29/2025
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3280.14/3280.20)
Plan for continuity of operations was not available in the emergency plan. Requirement: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: We updated our emergency plan stating our policy about how to transport the kids and what would have do in case we need to close for a period of time Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/11/2025 - Medium risk10/29/2025
General Health and Safety (3280.20)
The primary caregiver for an infant was observed to carry the infant into the kitchen to check on the food that was being prepared for lunch was cooking. Food was served for lunch was observed to be extremely hot, as evidenced by an excessive amount of steam coming off the food and verbal prompts from staff to children when served. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: We will be working on moving the children around around at the time for lunch so that the infant does not have to be with the teacher thats cooking. Program will let food sit and cool before serving to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/30/2025 - Medium-High risk10/29/2025
Letter to parents (3280.26(e))
Information about accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with special needs and chronic medical conditions was not available in the emergency plan letter to families. Requirement: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Correction: Added required information to the letter. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/11/2025 - Medium-Low risk10/29/2025
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3280.65)
A protective outlet cover was observed to be missing in the basement classroom. Corrected on site. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: We fixed the issue on site and we made sure to have a cover next to it when the outlet is being used . so that its never accessible to children Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/29/2025 - Medium-High risk10/29/2025
Building Surfaces (3280.76)
A plastic toy, approximately 3" in diameter, was observed to be on the stairs to the basement. Corrected on site. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: The toy was removed and corrected on site Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/29/2025 - Medium risk10/29/2025
Free from contagious/communicable disease (3280.131(d)(7))
Documentation that the child is free of communicable diseases and able to participate in child care was not available for child #1 and child #2. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction: Documentation that child #1 and #2 are free from communicable diseases will be obtained and placed in children's files. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/29/2025 - Medium-High risk10/29/2025
ACIP recommended immunization record (3280.131(e))
Documentation showed immunization records dated 5/21/25 for child #1 and child# 2. Both children were enrolled in October 2024. This exceeds the requirement that immunization records be obtained within 60 days of enrollment. Requirement: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Correction: The parent didn't receive the shot record attached so when we noticed we asked for new ones and they handed it in. The immunization records for child #1 and Child #2 are noted as late. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/11/2025 - Medium-High risk10/29/2025
Emergency plan (3280.26(a)(6))
Documentation of an emergency drill conducted within the last12 months was not available. Requirement: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. Correction: We have done one back in January but we forgot to document it . we re did the drill on 10/30/25. Paperwork sent to CR. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/3/2025 - Medium risk10/29/2025
Promote development (3280.111(c))
A majority of the toys and materials in the main room were observed to be stored in bins inaccessible to children. Learning centers were not available for children to explore and exercise choice in the activities in which they can engage. Children were observed to be reprimanded for speaking during lunch. Requirement: Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background. Correction: We will be rotating the toy bins more often, so they have more access to different toys. We will encourage quiet conversations at mealtimes and snacks. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/10/2025 - Medium-Low risk7/16/2025
FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility (3280.95(a)/3280.95(b))
On the day of the visit (7/16/25), documentation showed that the last test of the fire detection system occurred on 6/2/25, exceeding the 30-day requirement for fire system testing. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. Correction: Test of fire detection system conducted and documented on 7/17/25. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/17/2025 - Medium-High risk3/7/2025
Vet's certificate required (3280.118(c))
At the time of the inspection, documentation of current rabies immunization was not available for 1 cat and 2 dogs that were on site. Requirement: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present. Correction: Documentation that the cat had been vaccinated was provided. The dogs are no longer present at the location. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/29/2025 - Medium risk3/7/2025
Signed (3280.123(a))
Financial agreements for children # 1,2,3,4 were not signed by the operator. Requirement: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Correction: Children's files were reviewed and the operator signed all financial agreements. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/7/2025
Services proceeded (3280.123(a)(3))
Documentation of child service reports being completed every 6 months was not available for children # 1,2,3,4,5. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3280.124(f). Correction: Child service reports were completed for children #1-5 in January 2025. Documentation was placed in the children's files. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/16/2025 - Medium risk3/7/2025
Designated release persons (3280.123(a)(5))
Names of people to whom the child may be released were not available on the agreement for child #4 Requirement: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: Release person's names were added to the document. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/19/2025 - Medium risk3/7/2025
Admission date (3280.123(a)(6))
The date of initial enrollment was not available on the financial agreement for child #4. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. Correction: The date of enrollment was added to the most recent financial agreement. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/19/2025 - Medium-High risk3/7/2025
Insurance coverage information (3280.124(b)(6))
Health insurance information, including the policy number, was not available for child #4. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: The child does not currently have health insurance. Form has been updated to reflect this. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/30/2025 - Medium-High risk3/7/2025
Name/address/phone release person (3280.124(b)(7))
The address for release person was not available for child #4. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: Parent updated the form with the missing information. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/19/2025 - Medium-High risk3/7/2025
Each child care space (3280.124(c))
At the time of the inspection, emergency contact forms for all currently enrolled children were not available in the three child care spaces or the van. The operator reported that they do not use a backpack when going outside, meaning that emergency contact forms were not available in the outdoor play space. Requirement: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. Correction: WE UPDATED ALL THE EMERGENCY FORMS AND WE HAVE THEM IN 3 DIFERENT AREAS Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/16/2025 - Medium-High risk3/7/2025
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3280.124(f)/3280.181(c))
Documentation that emergency forms and financial agreements were updated every 6 months was not available for children # 1,2,3,4,5. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Parents reviewed the forms on 4./16/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/16/2025 - Medium risk3/7/2025
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments (3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1))
An updated health assessment for child #4 was observed to be late as evidenced by the most recent health assessment dated 12/20/24 and the previous health assessment being dated 10/26/23. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Health assessment is noted as late. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/20/2024
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Estimated monthly cost
$912/month
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About this daycare
- Location: COLUMBIA, Lancaster County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Group Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 1
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