Incident investigation·February 13, 2024

Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Staicy Perry and Mary Silva conducted an unannounced case management inspection. Upon arrival LPA met with Director Alessandra and Assistant Monica Haynesworth. Director guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. The purpose of the inspection was to obtain additional information from the facility regarding an incident reported to the regional office. Census was taken. LPA observed 44 children and 10 staff at the time of inspection. This is a preschool program and Hours of operation are M-F 8:00am-5:00pm. The department received an incident report via email from this facility on 02/08/2024 for an incident that occurred at the facility on 02/06/2024 involving an incident requiring medical attention while in care. During the inspection LPA conducted (3) staff interviews regarding the allegation. LPA obtained documentation in the form of facility roster, medical note from doctor and a copy of the incident report provided to the parent. Based on the information that was verified during the inspection and the information on the incident report, LPAs determined that further investigation is needed at a subsequent date. No deficiencies are being cited during today\342\200\231s inspection. The notice of site inspection must remain posted for a period of 30 days during hours of operation. Failure to maintain posting will result in a civil penalty of $100.00 dollars. Exit interview conducted with Director Alessandra Pinheiro and report provided. Appeal rights discussed and explained.