complaint·June 26, 2023

On 06/26/23, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath met with the licensee, Kathryn Lukenbill. Upon arrival, 9 daycare children were present and 1 assistant with the licensee. The purpose of the inspection was to deliver the finding for the above allegation. The investigation was conducted by the Community Care Licensing Investigations Bureau investigator, Elisia Rippe. The investigation consisted of interviews with children, the licensee, and other relevant parties including a review of information provided by Child Protective Service regarding inappropriate behaviors between licensee’s family members. Based on the inconsistent statements obtained during the investigation, the allegation is unsubstantiated. No deficiencies were cited. This report was reviewed with the licensee, Kathryn Lukenbill. Appeal rights were discussed, and an exit interview was conducted.