Follow-up on corrections·August 22, 2025

On 8/22/25, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Veronica Diaz conducted an unannounced Case Management deficiencies inspection. LPA met with Director Sharon Clegg and advised them of the purpose of the inspection. Together, LPA and the director toured the facility, both inside and outside. At the time of inspection, there were 29 children in care with 5 staff present. On 06/23/25, the Department received a complaint alleging that staff did not prevent an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth disease. LPA initiated the complaint investigation on 07/01/25. After interviews with the director, staff, and parents, it was determined that the center failed to report the incident to the Department. Per the center’s reporting requirements, any incidents must be reported to the Department by telephone or fax on the next working day, and a written report containing the specified information must be submitted within 7 days following the occurrence. Based on interviews with the director, staff, and parents, there is sufficient evidence that the reporting requirements were not met. Therefore, the following deficiency is cited today: Section 101212(d)(E)(1). Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were provided report was reviewed. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Sharon Clegg