Incident investigation·October 7, 2022

On 10/07/2022, 3:01PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Denise Miranda conducted an unannounced case management inspection to the facility to deliver the final investigation of the incident that was self-reported by the facility and occurred on 08/08/2022. LPA observed 7 children being supervised by 2 staff and Director. LPA met with Jina Mukhuradze, Director and informed the purpose of the visit. According to the incident report received on 08/17/2022, Child #1 alleged that on August 08 th , 2022, they were slapped on the arm by Staff #1. During the investigation, LPA interviewed the Director, staff, and attempted to interview children in care. LPA attempted to contact Child #1\342\200\231s parents for an interview with both parents and Child #1 but to not avail. LPA obtained a copy of the children's roster and copies of supporting documentation which included a police report. The police report dated 8/21/2022, notes the incident as a suspicious circumstance and concluded their investigation. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) \342\200\223 must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with to Jina Mukhuradze, Director, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role.