Velma'S Daycare

“During the inspection, it was determined the water temperature was 124 degrees in the bathroom. This temperature exceeds the requirement of remaining below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the DCY 08087 “Communicable Disease Chart” was not posted as required. The following was observed: the DCY 08087 “Communicable Disease Chart” was not posted as required. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule..”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that at least one child care staff member did not meet the annual professional development requirement. The following was observed: Staff member did not complete annual professional development hours. was Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of records, it was determined the CCSM or Substitute CCSM did not meet health training requirements listed in rule. The following was observed: Both staff members CPR/First aid training expired. Correct the violation and submit the documentation of current certification with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that an area was used which was not protected from traffic and other hazards by a continuous fence in good condition, or natural barrier, that ensured children were not able to leave the playground area. The fence or natural barrier was determined to present an immediate risk for a child to be able to leave the playground as noted in number 10 below: 1. The fence, natural barrier, or combination of fence and natural barrier was not continuous. 2. The fencing had missing slat boards through which children could leave the playground. 3. The gate was broken and did not close. 4. The latch on the gate was broken. 5. The gate had no latch. 6. The fencing was broken. 7. The latch was easily opened by children on the playground. 8. The latch was not engaged to prevent children from opening the gate. 9. The portable fencing approved for use by the Department was not being used. 10. There was no gate for the off site park play area. Just a space and walk way up to the entrance Discontinue use of the playground and provide a space for outdoor play which is well defined by a continuous fence or natural barrier and protected from other hazards. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout!”

“During the inspection, it was determined the information in number 5 below was not up to date in the Ohio Child Care Licensing and Quality System: 1. Mailing Address; 2. Telephone Number; 3. Email Address; 4. Days and Hours of Operation; 5. Services Offered; 6. Name of Program, If applicable. 7. Private pay rates. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the method for tracking the children in the group did not meet the requirements in rule as noted in the number 7 below: 1. There was no method in place. 2. The method did not include each child’s name. 3. The method did not include each child’s birthdate. 4. The tracking method did not remain with the group at all times. 5. The tracking method was not updated throughout the day as children entered or left the group. Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the daily schedule did not account for all 24 hours the program was open. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the Ohio Communicable Disease Chart was not posted as required, as indicated in the number 2 below: 1. Ina location readily available to provider, child care staff members, employees, and residents; 2. The chart was not posted. 3. The posted chart was not the current version. 4. The posted chart was not displayed in the size available in the ODJFS forms central to be easily read. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu did not meet the requirement as noted in number 3 below. Chir Department of i eg Children & Yout! 1. The menu was not posted. 2. The posted menu was not in a visible place readily accessible to parents. 3. The menu was not currently dated. 4. The entire menu was substituted. 5. At least one item on menu did not match what was served. 6. The meal or snack served did not match the posted menu. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“In review of the program's records, it was determined that requirements for written permission from the parent/guardian for a field trip or routine trip were not met as listed in number 11 below: 1. Written parental permission was not secured for field trips and/or routine trips off the premises. 2. The written permission was missing the child’s name. 3. The written permission was missing the date(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only). 4. The written permission was missing the destination(s) of the trip(s). 5. The written permission was missing the departure and return time(s) of the trip(s) (field trips only). 6. The written permission was missing the signature of the parent. 7. The written permission was missing the date on which the permission was signed. 8. The written permission was missing a statement notifying parents how their child will be transported. 9. Permission forms for routine trips were not being updated annually. 10. Written parental permission forms for field trips and/or routine trips were not being maintained on file for at least one year from the date of the trip. 11. Routine trip forms not completed for trips to park/offsite playground Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the written record used to document infant routines and activities did not meet the requirements as noted in number 1 below: 1. A daily written record was not provided to the parent or person picking up the infant on a daily basis. 2. Food intake was missing. 3. Sleeping patterns was missing. 4. Times and results of diaper changes was missing. 5. Information about daily activities was missing. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were not on file, as required by this rule. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“In review of the children's records, it was determined that information had not been secured from the parent/guardian on the JFS 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care”, as required, for the items in numbers 16, 4, 8, 6, 12, 15, 10 below: 1. No enrollment form was completed for at least one child 2. The current JFS 01234 was not completed for at least one child 3. Complete child information 4. Complete parent information 5. Complete emergency contact information 6. Complete physician information 7. Information regarding the parent list 8. Health information 9, Additional information for all boxes checked “yes” 10. Emergency transportation information Chior Department of i eg Children & Yout! 11. Parent/guardian’s signature 12. Diapering Statement 13. Acknowledgement of Policies and Procedures 14. Enrollment form for at least one child was not updated by either the parent or the administrator 15. Enrollment form for at least one child was not signed and dated, 15 by the administrator 16. Child first date at program missing/ child name missing from top of each enrollment page Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, a potentially hazardous item or toxic substance was used or stored where children present had access to it. A wasp spray was accessible on the back deck and cleaning wipes were accessible in the bathroom tub. Provide staff training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the potentially hazardous substance or item is no longer accessible to children and/or children will not be outside when machinery is in use and a statement that training was provided, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the program had not responded to the non-compliances addressed in the inspection report dated 2/6/2025. The rule requires the program complete and submit a corrective action plan in OCLQS to address non-compliances detailed in written inspection reports within the timeframe outlined in the report. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that current and future corrective action plans will be submitted timely, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“The program had not been inspected and approved within 12 months from the date of the last fire approval by the local fire department, as required. Secure and submit an updated fire approval as part of the programs corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the program did not meet the requirements for keeping an attendance record as children were not tapped in and out in live time in Kinder Connect. Children must be tapped in upon arrival and departure of the program in Kinder Connect. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the daily schedule did not account for all 24 hours the program was open. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During this inspection, it was determined that the refrigerator did not maintain a temperature of 40 degrees or below. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the Ohio Communicable Disease Chart was not posted as required. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the program's records, it was determined the routine trip forms were not compliant. 1. Kraig and Brandin forms were missing 2. Zy'Rell, Austin family, and Kingston need the form updated. Form is required to be updated annually. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that written instructions for feeding the infants noted on the Children Record Review form were not on file for the infants in care (under 18 months of age) as required by this rule. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that Zoe had not completed the Family childcare orientation training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the employee medical statement was not on file for Zoe. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed medical statement, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the provider hours of operation were not posted in the program. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the provider did not have a completed JFS 01933 "Liability Insurance Statement for Family Child Care Providers" completed for Kali. Correct the violation and submit proof of insurance with the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“In review of records, it was determined the provider had not completed the 6 hours of professional development training. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained. Devon Ballew was not removed from the programs Occra dashboard. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements were not on file, as required, for Shammah Brown. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the children's records, it was determined the JFS 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care” was incomplete for children in care. 1. Graves family and Brandin R.- Parent work information missing, 2nd parent information missing, doctor street address missing on forms, emergency transport signature missing on page 4, policy acknowledgement missing on page 4 2. Royal Jones- parent 2 info missing, diaper statement on page 4--should be every two hours not 3, and policy acknowledgement needs done on page 4 3. Austin family- 1st parent work info missing, 2nd parent info missing, name needs to be at top of each page, emergency transport section on page 4 not done, provider signature and date missing 4. Shammah Brown- 2nd parent info missing 5. Zane Anderson- 2nd parent info missing 6. Elona Cole, and Mallory kids- parent info incomplete, emergency transport on page 4 not complete, policy acknowledgement incomplete, provider and parent need to sign page 4 7. Knight family- 1st and 2nd parent info incomplete, emergency transport incomplete on page 4, policy acknowledgement not checked on page 4, provider and parent need to sign and date page 4 8. Kali M.- 1st parent work info and 2nd parent info missing, emergency transport on page 4, and policy acknowledgement on page 4 9. Tiren C.- Cross out 2nd parent 10. Kason C.- 1st and 2nd parent info incomplete 11. Walker family- 2nd parent info missing, policy acknowledgement missing on page 4, and questions on page 2 incomplete Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined an infant slept in equipment other than their crib or playpen and did not have written permission from a physician on file. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that background checks did not meet the requirements of the rule for DEVON BALLEW as noted in numbers 1,3, and 4 below. 1. The request for a background check for child care was not submitted in the OPR. 2. The fingerprints were not submitted electronically according to the process established by BCI. 3. The individual(s) had engaged in assigned duties or were near children and preliminary approval from ODJFS was not on file. 4. Background checks were not updated every five years. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the JFS 01176, or a copy of the preliminary approval or a statement that the individual(s) are no longer engaged in assigned duties and are not near children until the preliminary approval has been received, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the programs attendance was not documented upon arrival of each child on the day of inspection 2/62025. Attendance needs documented upon arrival and departure of each child. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the program’s written emergency preparedness and response plan was not completed. This is form number JFS 1251. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the program's weekly menu was not posted. Submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule. Chir Department of i Le Children & Yout!”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the written record used to document infant routines and activities was not being used. This needs documented for kids up to 18 months. Please ensure the infant daily forms include the below. 1. A daily written record was not provided to the parent or person picking up the infant on a daily basis. 2. Food intake was missing. 3. Sleeping patterns was missing. 4. Times and results of diaper changes was missing. 5. Information about daily activities was missing. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that the providers hours of operation were not posted. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained. The only person listed on the organization dashboard was Caroline Ndulue. Provider will need to add herself, resident Dwight Russell, and other employees to the organization's dashboard. Dwight's profile was incomplete- he did not have a role listed or hire date on his account. Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that verification of a high school education for Antoinette and Devon. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the education verification, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of of the children's records, it was determined that completed medical statements or vaccination records were not on file or updated. 1. Kali, Kamilah, and Kason need an updated JFS 1305 cover page. These children had vaccination records but need the medical cover page. 2. Latavia and Brandin needed updated medical statement AND vaccination records Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule. Chir Department of i Le Children & Yout!”

“In review of the children's records, it was determined the JFS 01234 “Child Enrollment and Health Information For Child Care” needed updated or was missing child information on page two of the form, or emergency contact information on page one. 1. Mi'Kiya, Kayviana, Donta,Tori, Torryn, England, Kraig, Elona, and Latavia had expired enrollment forms (parent and provider need to initial and date to update) 2. Tori Harris was missing emergency contact on page one 3. Kraig Graves missing information on page 2 Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined the program’s written emergency preparedness and response plan did not meet the requirement or was missing the information in numbers 1/18 below: Procedures: 1. The written emergency and preparedness and response plan had not been completed 2. The plan was not provided to all child care staff and employees 3. Weather emergencies and natural disasters which include severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flash flooding, major snowfall, blizzards, ice storms or earthquakes 4. Emergency outdoor and indoor lockdown or evacuation due to threats of violence which includes active shooter, bioterrorism or terrorism including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated 5. Emergency or disaster evacuations due to hazardous materials and spills, gas leaks or bomb threats including a designated safe site where staff and children can safely remain when evacuated 6. Outbreaks, epidemics or other infectious disease emergencies 7. Loss of power, water, or heat 8. Other threatening situations that may pose a health or safety hazard to the children in the program Details: 9. Shelter in place or evacuation, how the program will care for and account for the children until they can be reunited with the parent 10. Assisting infants, toddlers and children with special needs and/or health conditions 11. Emergency contact information for parents and the program 12. Procedures for notifying and communicating with parents regarding the location of the children if evacuated 13. Procedures for communicating with parents during loss of communications, no phone or internet service available 14. The location of supplies and procedures for gathering necessary supplies for staff and children if required to shelter in place 15. What to do if a disaster occurs during the transport of children or when ona field trip or routine trip 16. Making the plan available to all child care staff members and employees 17. Training of staff or reassignment of staff duties as appropriate 18. Updating the plan on a yearly basis 19. Contact with local emergency management officials 20. The plan was unable to be implemented in that, [ ]. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes the missing information, if applicable, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“During the inspection, it was determined that employment records in the Ohio Professional Registry (OPR) were not created or maintained as noted in numbers 4 and 6 below: 1. The provider had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR. 2. The provider had not created or updated the program's organizational dashboard in the OPR. 3. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created or updated their individual profile in the OPR. 4. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not created an employment record in the OPR for the program on or before the first day of employment, including date of hire. 5. At least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member had not updated changes to positions or roles in the OPR within five calendar days of the change. 6. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's scheduled days and hours changed. 7. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member's group assignments changed, if applicable. 8. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated with the employment end date within five business days when at least one employee, child care staff member, or substitute child care staff member ended employment. 9. At least one resident over the age of eighteen had not created a profile and employment record for the family child care provider within five days of becoming a resident or turning eighteen. 10. The program's organizational dashboard in the OPR was not updated within five calendar days of a change in residency for at least one resident over the age of eighteen. 11.Other: [] Submit the program's corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that the medical statements for those individuals listed on the Employee Record Chart (Caroline Ndulue) did not include the required information listed below in number 1. 1. A medical statement was not on file; 2. The medical statement(s) on file were not dated within 12 months of the individual's first day of employment; 3. Date of examination was missing; 4. Signature, business address, or telephone number of the licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse, certified midwife, or certified nurse practitioner who completed the examination was missing; 5. A statement was missing that verifies the individual is: a. Physically fit for employment in a program caring for children; b. Immunized against Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap); c. Immunized against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR); Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a copy of the completed medical statement, to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that background check requirements were incomplete for the individuals listed on the Employee Record Chart (Devon Ballew and Caroline Ndulue), as noted in number 2 below: 1. The JFS 01176 “Program Notification of Background check Review for Child Care” was not on file at the program, but was on file at the county agency and the individual is eligible. 2. The JFS 01176 was not on file at the program, but the BCI and FBI results were on file at the program and the individual had no prohibitive offenses which did not meet the rehabilitation criteria. 3. The JFS 01176 was not on file at the program, but the BCI and FBI results were on file at the county agency and the individual had no prohibitive offenses which did not meet the rehabilitation criteria. Submit the program’s corrective action plan, which includes a statement that the correct form is now on file, to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member(s) or substitute child care staff members (Antoinette Ballew, Devon Ballew, Caroline Ndulue) did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training as noted in number 1 below: 1. The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member. 2. No documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016. 3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR. 4. A child care staff member had sole responsibility of children and had not completed the online orientation. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”

“On the day of the inspection, the program’s written policies and procedures provided to the parents/guardians and employees was missing item number 15 below: General Information 1. Name, address, email address and telephone number. 2. Description of the provider's program philosophy. 3. Days and hours of operation, scheduled closings and basic daily schedule. A. Staff/child ratios and group size. 5. Opportunities for parent involvement in activities. 6. Opportunities for parents to meet with the provider regarding their child. 7. Payment schedule, overtime charges and registration fees if applicable. 8. Programs shall have a policy in place describing supports for onsite breastfeeding or pumping for mothers who wish to do so (if the program serves infants or toddlers). Provider Policies and Procedures 9. Enrollment including required enrollment information. 10. Care of children without immunizations. 11. Attendance including procedures for arrival and departure, the program's absent day policy, releasing child to persons other than the parent, releasing a child according to a custody agreement and follow up when a child scheduled to arrive from another program or activity does not arrive. 12. Supervision of children, including a separate supervision policy for school-age children, if applicable. 13. Child guidance. 14. Suspension and expulsion. 15. Ensure compliance with the Americans and Disabilities (ADA) including administering medication to children with disabilities and administering care procedures for children with disabilities. 16. Outdoor play, including limitations placed on outdoor play due to weather or safety issues (considerations may include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, wind chill, ozone levels, pollen count, lightning, rain or ice). 17. Food and dietary policy, including information regarding meeting one-third of the child's recommended daily dietary allowance, policy regarding formula, breast milk, meals, and snacks and policy on providing supplemental food. 18. Management of illness including isolation precautions, symptoms for discharge and return, notification of parent of ill child and whether or not the provider will care for sick children. 19. Summary of procedures taken in the event of an emergency, serious illness or injury. 20. Administration of medication and topical products policy, medical foods, modified diets, and whether school age children are permitted to carry their own medical and ointments. 21. Transportation policy for field trips, routine walks, if applicable, and emergencies including if the provider will provide child care services to children whose parents refuse to grant consent for transportation to the source of emergency treatment. 22. Water activities/swimming. 23. Infant care, if applicable, including feeding, frequency of diaper checks, and information about daily activities. 24. Sleeping, napping and resting. 25. Evening and overnight care, if applicable. 26. Policy on hours of operation, closing due to weather, school delays or closings and any other factors. 27, Use of a substitute child care staff member or child care staff member pursuant to 5101:2-13-08 of the Administrative Code for sick days, vacations or other time off. 28. Situations that may require disenrollment of a child, if applicable. 29, Problem or issue resolution for parents or employees to follow when needing assistance in resolving problems related to the family child care home. 30.Formal screenings and assessments conducted on enrolled children and if the program reports child level data to ODJFS pursuant to Chapter 5101:2-17 of the Administrative Code. Correct the violation and submit the program's corrective action plan to verify compliance with the requirement of the rule.”

“In review of the staff records, it was determined that child care staff member: Tommika Ashley did not meet the requirements for completing the online orientation training as noted in number1 below: 1. The training was not completed within 30 days of starting employment at the program as a child care staff member. 2. No documentation of completing the training after December 31, 2016. 3. Completion of the training was not verified in the OPR. 4. A child care staff member had sole responsibility of children and had not completed the online orientation. Submit the program’s corrective action plan to the Department to verify compliance with the requirements of this rule.”