VANITA DOWARD

2025

1. Medium-High risk11/6/2025

   Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3280.32(a)/3280.192(4))

   During the renewal inspection on 11/06/25, Certification Representative reviewed the files for staff member #1, #2, #3, and #4. The files did not contain verification of current mandating reporter training for staff member #4 and current NSOR clearance verifications for staff members #1, #2, #3, and #4. 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. Correction: We have already requested new NSOR clearances for all staff. We will not open the facility back until these clearances are received for staff. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/20/2025
2. Medium-High riskStandard 1211/6/2025

   12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3280.151(a))

   During the renewal inspection on 11/06/25, Certification Representative reviewed the files for staff member #2 and #3. Neither staff member had a current health assessment on file. 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. Correction: We will obtain new health assessments for both staff members. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/20/2025
3. Medium risk11/6/2025

   Two written references (3280.192(5))

   During the renewal inspection on 11/06/25, Certification Representative reviewed the files for staff member #4 and found the staff member only had 1 reference on file. 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 will request and obtain another reference for staff member #4. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/7/2025
4. Medium-High risk11/6/2025

   Emergency plan (3280.26(a)(5))

   During the renewal inspection on 11/06/25, the facility's emergency plan did not provide accommodations for infants and toddlers. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction: we will update the emergency plan to provide accommodations for infants and toddlers. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 11/7/2025