Follow-up·January 6, 2022

On Thursday, January 6th, 2021, at 9:30am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Blake Morillas met with the Licensee, Debora Sterling, for the purpose of an unannounced Case Management inspection. The Licensee's helpers were also present upon arrival. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. At 9:37am, 2 infants and 5 preschool age children were observed. Earlier in the week, the Licensee appeared on the Local News in regards to being critically low on propane, which they use to heat the house. During the visit, a discussion was had with the Licensee where it was discovered that even though the propane whole house heater is the major head source, it is not the only one. The Licensee also stated that even being critically low, they did still have some fuel and as a precaution her husband purchasing a small axillary tank to tie into their gas line. Furthermore, the home did have electricity, so the Licensee purchased and installed electric heaters in all the rooms of the house. The Licensee continued to note that after the news report, propane was delivered and their tank was refilled. At the time of the visit, the home was found to be warm and of a comfortable temperature with the whole house heater kicking in from time to time. Electric heathers were fount to be either placed high and out of reach or set up in a way not to cause harm to the children. Also discussed was the current Masking and Covid-19 Guidelines. A copy of Provider Information Notice (PIN) 21-29-CCP was given to the Licensee. In the areas that were evaluated, there were no deficiencies at this time . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. At 10:43am, an exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Debora Sterling.