Empowerment Kids Cafe
LORIS, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address3655 Main Street, LORIS, SC, 29569
CityLORIS, SC 29569
CountyHORRY
Phone(843)-254-8558
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-7:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>T-7:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>W-7:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>Th-7:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>F-7:30AM-5:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity44
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High19
- Medium-High0
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low1
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Location
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3655 Main Street, LORIS, SC, 29569, LORIS, SC 29569
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/24/2026
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 632/24/2026
63-13-185 Childcare Facility Medication Administration to Children
63-13-185 Childcare Facility Medication Administration to Children — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/24/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk2/24/2026
Medications and Medical Procedures
Medications and Medical Procedures — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/24/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/24/2026). Steps taken: The medication law and regulations was reviewed with the facility. TA/training was provided. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium risk9/2/2025
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 9/2/2025. Resolved: Yes (1/12/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 1/12/2026 - Medium risk4/16/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 4/16/2025. Resolved: Yes (5/13/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 5/13/2025 - High risk4/16/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 4/16/2025. Resolved: On Site (4/16/2025). Steps taken: Director, Co-Director, owner/operator has met the requirement training requirements. Caregiver, teacher, other staff as necessary has met the required training requirements. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - Medium risk4/16/2025
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 4/16/2025. Resolved: Yes (5/2/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 5/2/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$869/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in South Carolina run about $761/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in South Carolina by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: LORIS, HORRY County
- Capacity: 44
- Type: Child Care Center
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