Anchor Center For Blind Children

2.230.B · Correction due April 8, 2026

In classroom 2 there was a long black cord over 18 inches long laying on the floor accessible to children. The long black cord was posing a possible strangulation hazard.

Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings including long black cords must be sturdy, safe and free of hazards. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the director placed the cord under a shelf on 4/8/2026. No response required*** Correct by 04/08/2026

Outside through out the walking paths there were metal pieces stick up out of the green divider. The metal

2.133.A · Correction due April 8, 2026

Reviewed 14 staff files and staff member 4 was missing a training in emergency and disaster preparedness.

Required correction: All staff members must complete a training in emergency and disaster preparedness prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 5/8/2026. Correct by 04/08/2026

Reviewed 14 staff files and staff members 13 and 14 were lacking a health statement signed and dated by a health care professional. Staff members 13 and 14 have worked at the facility for more than 30 days.

2.218.C.5 · Correction due April 8, 2026

Reviewed a child's individual health care plan and the health care plan is expired.

Required correction: The individual health care plan must be updated at least every twelve (12) months from the date of the initial plan and as changes occur. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 5/8/2026. Correct by 04/08/2026

2.220.J

Reviewed a child's medication and the medication was expired. The facility has not requested the parent to pick up the expired medication.

Required correction: If a medication is out of date or left over, the parent(s)/guardian(s) is responsible for picking up the medication.

2.121.J.1 · Correction due May 8, 2025

Reviewed staff files and 1 staff member A. A. was lacking a Out of state background clearance letter.

Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member A. A. has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of Out of State Clearance Letter for staff member A. A. with written response to the Specialist by 5/15/2025. Correct by 05/08/2025

2.213.D · Correction due May 8, 2025

Reviewed staff files and 1 staff member M. M. was lacking a current Shaken Baby training.

Required correction: Staff working with children less than three (3) years of age must complete a Department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma training prior to working with children less than three (3) years of age. This training must be renewed every two (2) years. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 5/15/2025 Correct by 05/08/2025

2.230.B · Correction due May 8, 2025

In classroom 1 there was a long cord over 18 inches attached to a Talking Brailler accessible to children posing a possible strangulation hazard. In classroom 2 there was a staff bag sitting on the ground accessible to children posing a possible safety hazard.

Required correction: Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings including long cords and staff bags must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the director placed the long cord behind a table making the cord inaccessible to children. The director moved the staff bag and placed it inaccessible to children on 5/8/2025. No response required.*** Correct by 05/08/2025

2.223.A.2

The facility is not using and recording written attendance verification through out the day and including during transitions.

Required correction: The time a child arrives and leaves the center each day must be recorded. Staff members must complete

2.213.G · Correction due May 8, 2025

Reviewed staff file and s1 staff member M. M was lacking a current Child Abuse Prevention training.

Required correction: Within thirty (30) calendar days of employment, all employees and regular volunteers must be trained using a Department-approved training about child abuse prevention, which includes common symptoms and signs of child abuse, how to report, where to report, and when to report suspected or known child abuse or neglect. This training must be renewed annually. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 5/15/2025. Correct by 05/08/2025

2.229.C · Correction due August 27, 2024

There was a bottle of sunscreen labeled "keep out of reach of children" sitting in a cubby accessible to children. In classroom 4 there was a tube of toothpaste labeled "keep out of reach of children" sitting on a shelf accessible to children.

Required correction: The facility must keep items labeled "keep out of reach of children" inaccessible to children. ***Corrected at the time of the visit the Director and staff member moved the sunscreen and toothpaste up high and inaccessible to children on 8/27/2024.*** No need for a response. Correct by 08/27/2024

2.230.B

In classrooms 2 and 4 there were long lamp cords that were accessible to children. The cords were posing a were a strangulation hazard.

2.121.D.5 · Correction due August 27, 2024

Reviewed 9 staff files and 1 staff member T. M. was lacking a current FBI clearance letter.

Required correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review Navigating the Background Check Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint. Submit verification that staff member T. M. have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Submit documentation of FBI Clearance Letter for staff member with written response to Specialist by 9/26/2024. Correct by 08/27/2024

2.133.A · Correction due August 27, 2024

Reviewed 9 staff files and 1 staff member C. R was lacking a in Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training.

Required correction: Ensure all staff members must complete an Emergency and Disaster Preparedness training prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/26/2024. Correct by 08/27/2024

2.212.G

Reviewed 9 staff files and 1 staff member J. C was lacking a health statement signed and dated by a doctor. J.C. has been working at the facility for longer than 30 days.

2.213.B · Correction due August 27, 2024

Reviewed 9 staff files and 1 staff member C. R was lacking a Standard Precautions training.

Required correction: Ensure all staff members must complete a Standard Precautions training prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/26/2024. Correct by 08/27/2024

2.213.D · Correction due August 27, 2024

Reviewed 9 staff files and 1 staff member E. H. was lacking a Shaken Baby training.

Required correction: Ensure all staff members must complete a Shaken Baby training prior to working with children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/26/2024. Correct by 08/27/2024