Incident investigation·April 30, 2024

On the date and time listed, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Perla Ordones and Samuel Lopez arrived at the facility for the purposes of conducting an annual inspection and initiating a case management inspection in response to the receipt of an Unusual Incident Report (UIR) that was submitted by the facility on 04/18/2024. LPAs were granted entry into the home by the Licensee Palmira Jimenez. LPAs explained the purpose of today's inspection, completed a facility tour, and obtained a census. LPAs made observations, reviewed pertinent documentation, and conducted interviews with pertinent parties related to the self reported incident. It was reported that on 04/12/2024, an authorized representative of a day-care child reported a potential mark on the child sometime after pick up. On or about 04/13/2024, the authorized representative reached out to the Licensee to inform them of the discrepancy. LPAs conducted interviews with pertinent parties. Licensee stated that they had not noticed any such mark and stated that authorized representatives are always informed of any possible injuries or other happenings at the day-care by the Licensee. The authorized representative disenrolled the child on 04/13/2024. The department was unable to determine where the child sustained the mark therefore there was no citation issued 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. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Palmira Jimenez.