Kansas City · Licensed family home

Shields, Denise

Mid-size family home, licensed for up to 10 children.
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What the state has found

The state cited rules at all 15 of its licensing inspections since October 2023.

Of the 46 Kansas City-area family homes with 10 or more licensing inspections, 43% had rules cited at all of them, as this home did.

Licensing inspections

Sep 14, 202611 citations

“The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by water feature full of water.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5.
“Animal excrement was observed in an outdoor area used by children; the location of the excrement was on play area and in yard.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (D)
“Outdoor equipment, bench, in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A)
“Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were //.”
5 CSR 25-400.125 (2) (A)

7 more from this inspection

“Requirements for immunization reports on file were not met as evidenced by one immunization record(s) was/were not on file .”
5 CSR 25-400.185 (4) (A)
“one child(ren) records did not include child's full name, address, date of birth and date care begins and ends.”
5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (A)
“one child(ren) records did not include full name, home address, employers name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.”
5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (B)
“one child(ren) records did not include name, address and telephone number of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.”
5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (C)
“one child(ren) records did not include name and phone number of the family physician or hospital.”
5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (D)
“one child(ren) records did not include name of individual authorized to take the child from the home.”
5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (E)
“one child(ren) records did not include field trip and transportation authorization.”
5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (F)

Jul 23, 20265 citations

“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 hours.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Denise Shields .”
5 CSR 25-400.105

1 more from this inspection

“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Apr 29, 20267 citations

“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“Animal excrement was observed in an outdoor area used by children; the location of the excrement was fall zone of play area.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (D)
“Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by dog food bowls on floor in kitchen and cat food dishes on dining room table.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F)
“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)

3 more from this inspection

“Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.”
5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C)
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 hours.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
“Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Denise Shields .”
5 CSR 25-400.105

Nov 24, 20251 citation

“Outdoor equipment, big wheel , in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.”
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A)

Jul 30, 20254 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for J.S., Denise Shields, M.S., M.S.,M.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C)
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 hours.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, M.S., J.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Apr 28, 20254 citations

“The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for J.S., Denise Shields, M.S., M.S.,M.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C)
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 hours.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, M.S., J.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Feb 26, 20253 citations

“Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12)
“The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A)
“The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.

Dec 11, 20247 citations

“Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12)
“The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (18)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: provider purse. The item(s) was/were located on dining room table.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J)
“The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A)

3 more from this inspection

“The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.
“Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by cat food on dining room table.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F)
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (2) (A)

Nov 25, 20244 citations

“The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (18)
“The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6.
“Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by food and water dishes on the floor in the kitchen.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F)
“Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (2) (A)

Jul 30, 20247 citations

“The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C)
“Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.”
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A)
“The assistant(s), J.S., did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3.
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.”
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2.

3 more from this inspection

“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.”
5 CSR 25-400.095
“Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".”
5 CSR 25-400.095
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S., Denise Shields, J.S. and M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Jul 11, 202414 citations

“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (B)
“The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S., Denise Shields, J.S. and M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12)

10 more from this inspection

“The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Denise Shields, J.S., M.S. and M. shields within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C)
“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that broken boards and exposed nails.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1.
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.”
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2.
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.”
5 CSR 25-400.095
“Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".”
5 CSR 25-400.095
“Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.”
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A)
“The assistant(s), J.S., did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3.
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of Denise Shields, the staff listed need the following information: 9.5.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)

Apr 10, 202416 citations

“The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that broken boards and exposed nails.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1.
“The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.”
5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2.
“The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.”
5 CSR 25-400.095
“Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".”
5 CSR 25-400.095

12 more from this inspection

“Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.”
5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A)
“The assistant(s), J.S., did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3.
“The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of Denise Shields, the staff listed need the following information: 9.5.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S., Denise Shields, J.S. and M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (12)
“The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.”
5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A)
“The equipment list was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (B)
“The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C)
“The Annual Declaration was not submitted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (A)
“The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A)
“The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Denise Shields, J.S., M.S. and M. shields within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.”
5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C)
“Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: Glade plug in bulb and cheese graters. The item(s) was/were located in unlocked drawers/cabinets.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J)

Feb 5, 20243 citations

“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)
“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)
“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)

Jan 25, 20243 citations

“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)
“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)
“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

Oct 19, 20235 citations

“Outdoor equipment, Large climber, in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by handle rusting.”
5 CSR 25-400.095 (A)
“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate first aid certification.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)
“The requirements for first aid and CPR certification were not met as evidenced by there was no documentation on file showing completion of age-appropriate CPR certification.”
5 CSR 25-400.105 (1) (S)
“Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by food and water dishes on kitchen floor.”
5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F)

1 more from this inspection

“Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S.”
5 CSR 25-600.020 (1)

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State record — Missouri DESE Office of Childhood

Last visit: September 14, 2026
On file: 15 visits since October 2023 — all of them cited findings · 1 complaint investigation
Fixed?: The latest correction deadline was July 23, 2026. Missouri DESE Office of Childhood does not publish whether it was made.
Most serious: Missouri DESE Office of Childhood does not publish a severity level for a citation, so there is no most-serious to name.

Missouri DESE marks every rule section of an inspection Compliance, Violation or Not Observed, and for each violation publishes the inspector’s observation, the rule quoted in full, the correction required and a deadline. A complaint investigation is published where the state substantiated a rule violation, with its disposition.

Sep 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 11 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · September 14, 2026

5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 5. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

The facility's outdoor space was not safe/well-maintained for children's activities as evidenced by water feature full of water.

Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be clean, safe and well-maintained as required.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (D) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

Animal excrement was observed in an outdoor area used by children; the location of the excrement was on play area and in yard.

Required correction: No animal excrement shall be in areas used by children.

5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Outdoor equipment, bench, in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.

Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

5 CSR 25-400.125 (2) (A) · Medical Examination Reports

Requirements for infant-toddler/preschool child medical examination reports on file were not met as evidenced by there was no medical examination report on file within 30 days of admission - the admission date(s) was/were //.

Required correction: Child medical requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-400.185 (4) (A) · Health Care

Requirements for immunization reports on file were not met as evidenced by one immunization record(s) was/were not on file .

Required correction: Child immunization requirements shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (A) · Records and Reports

one child(ren) records did not include child's full name, address, date of birth and date care begins and ends.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (B) · Records and Reports

one child(ren) records did not include full name, home address, employers name and address, work schedule and home and work telephone numbers of the parent(s), guardian or legal custodian.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (C) · Records and Reports

one child(ren) records did not include name, address and telephone number of another individual who might be reached in an emergency.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (D) · Records and Reports

one child(ren) records did not include name and phone number of the family physician or hospital.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (E) · Records and Reports

one child(ren) records did not include name of individual authorized to take the child from the home.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

5 CSR 25-400.210 (2) (F) · Records and Reports

one child(ren) records did not include field trip and transportation authorization.

Required correction: Child enrollment information shall be completed and on file as required.

State licensing record

Jul 2026 Compliance verification visit 5 findings

Compliance verification visit · July 23, 2026

5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety · Correction due July 22, 2026

Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety · Correction due July 22, 2026

Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.

Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 23, 2026

The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 hours.

Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

5 CSR 25-400.105 · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) . · Correction due July 22, 2026

Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Denise Shields .

Required correction: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due July 22, 2026

Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

State licensing record

Apr 2026 Compliance monitoring visit 7 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · April 29, 2026

5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements

Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (D) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due April 29, 2026

Animal excrement was observed in an outdoor area used by children; the location of the excrement was fall zone of play area.

Required correction: No animal excrement shall be in areas used by children.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due April 29, 2026

Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by dog food bowls on floor in kitchen and cat food dishes on dining room table.

Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.

5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety

Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by fire drills were not held at least one time each month.

Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

5 CSR 25-400.086 (2) (C) · Fire Safety

Requirements of 19 CSR 30-61.086 Fire Safety were not met as evidenced by the disaster and tornado drill was not held at least one time every three months.

Required correction: Fire, tornado, and other disaster drills shall be completed and recorded as required.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2025, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-12 hours.

Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

5 CSR 25-400.105 · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel (5) (A) .

Safe sleep training was not completed within the past 3 years for the provider, Denise Shields .

Required correction: The child care provider and assistant(s) shall complete department-approved safe sleep training as required.

State licensing record

Nov 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 1 finding

Compliance monitoring visit · November 24, 2025

5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due November 24, 2025

Outdoor equipment, big wheel , in backyard was not in good condition as evidenced by broken.

Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

State licensing record

Jul 2025 Compliance verification visit 4 findings

Compliance verification visit · July 30, 2025

5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 29, 2025

The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 30, 2025

The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for J.S., Denise Shields, M.S., M.S.,M.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 17, 2025

The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 hours.

Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due July 30, 2025

Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, M.S., J.S.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

State licensing record

Apr 2025 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · April 28, 2025

5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements

The annual fire safety inspection was not approved.

Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements

The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for J.S., Denise Shields, M.S., M.S.,M.S. within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of 2024, the staff listed need the following information: Denise Shields-needs10 hours.

Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements

Criminal background check results were not on file for Denise Shields, M.S., J.S.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

State licensing record

Feb 2025 Compliance verification visit 3 findings

Compliance verification visit · February 26, 2025

5 CSR 25-400.045 (12) · Licensing Process · Correction due February 26, 2025

Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.

Required correction: The official license shall be posted.

5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process · Correction due February 26, 2025

The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.

Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due February 17, 2025

The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

State licensing record

Dec 2024 Reinspection visit 7 findings

Reinspection visit · December 11, 2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 (12) · Licensing Process

Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.

Required correction: The official license shall be posted.

5 CSR 25-400.045 (18) · Licensing Process · Correction due December 11, 2024

The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.

Required correction: The provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (1) (J) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due December 11, 2024

Hazardous items as follows were accessible to children: provider purse. The item(s) was/were located on dining room table.

Required correction: Hazardous items shall be inaccessible to children.

5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process

The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.

Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due December 11, 2024

Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by cat food on dining room table.

Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (2) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due December 11, 2024

Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).

Required correction: Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times.

State licensing record

Nov 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 4 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · November 25, 2024

5 CSR 25-400.045 (18) · Licensing Process

The number of children was/were exceeded as evidenced by twelve children in care.

Required correction: The provider shall maintain compliance with the specifications on the license.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (2) (A) 6. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home

The walls located in kitchen (door to garage) was/were not in good condition as evidenced by chipping paint.

Required correction: Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (4) (F) · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due November 25, 2024

Food and water dishes used by animals were accessible to children as evidenced by food and water dishes on the floor in the kitchen.

Required correction: Food and water dishes used by animals shall not be accessible to children.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (2) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

Staff/child ratio requirements were not met as evidenced by three children under age two and nine children over age two were cared for by 1 caregiver(s).

Required correction: Staff/child ratios shall be maintained at all times.

State licensing record

Jul 2024 Compliance verification visit 7 findings

Compliance verification visit · July 30, 2024

5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 16, 2024

The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.

Required correction: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants.

5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials · Correction due July 30, 2024

Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.

Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3. · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 16, 2024

The assistant(s), J.S., did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness · Correction due July 16, 2024

The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.

Required correction: Facility must post information as required.

5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A · Correction due July 17, 2024

The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.

Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E · Correction due July 17, 2024

Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".

Required correction: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.

5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements · Correction due July 16, 2024

Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S., Denise Shields, J.S. and M.S.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

State licensing record

Jul 2024 Supplemental visit 14 findings

Supplemental visit · July 11, 2024

5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (B) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 9, 2024

The equipment list was not submitted.

Required correction: The child care provider shall submit an equipment list as required.

5 CSR 25-400.055 (1) (C) · Annual Requirements

The listing of household members and assistants was not submitted.

Required correction: The child care provider shall submit a listing of all household members and assistants.

5 CSR 25-600.020 (1) · General Requirements

Criminal background check results were not on file for M.S., Denise Shields, J.S. and M.S.

Required correction: Required results of criminal background checks shall be on file.

5 CSR 25-400.045 (12) · Licensing Process · Correction due July 10, 2024

Posting requirements were not met as evidenced by the license was not posted near the entrance.

Required correction: The official license shall be posted.

5 CSR 25-400.045 (13) (A) · Licensing Process · Correction due July 10, 2024

The name, address and telephone number of the child care provider(s) was not prominently posted near the license.

Required correction: The name, address, and phone number of the provider shall be posted near the license.

5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (A) · Annual Requirements · Correction due April 11, 2024

The annual fire safety inspection was not conducted.

Required correction: The facility shall submit evidence of compliance with annual fire safety requirements.

5 CSR 25-400.055 (2) (C) · Annual Requirements · Correction due July 11, 2024

The Family Care Safety Registry check was not conducted for Denise Shields, J.S., M.S. and M. shields within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

Required correction: Required Family Care Safety Registry checks shall be conducted for all child care staff member(s) within thirty (30) days prior to the anniversary date.

5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home · Correction due July 10, 2024

The facility did not have a fenced outdoor play area that was on or adjoining the day care property and was accessible without hazard as evidenced by the fence was not in good condition in that broken boards and exposed nails.

Required correction: The outdoor play area shall be accessible without hazard and provide a safe fence around the outdoor play area as required.

5 CSR 25-400.090 (2) (B) 2. · Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

The facility's evacuation route diagram was not posted in each room used for child care.

Required correction: Facility must post information as required.

5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 A

The requirements for sleeping materials were not met as evidenced by 6 children 12 months or older, who nap or sleep, did not have a sheet.

Required correction: The facility shall provide sleeping equipment and bedding as required.

5 CSR 25-400.095 · Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (B) 1 E

Arrangement of sleeping equipment was not met as evidenced by the aisle on the long side of napping equipment was too narrow and measured less than 1".

Required correction: The facility shall maintain a two-foot (2') aisle as required.

5 CSR 25-400.095 (3) (A) · Furniture, Equipment and Materials

Outdoor equipment, climbing equipment, in play area was not in good condition as evidenced by wood splintering on climbing wall and rail on stairs to slide.

Required correction: Outdoor equipment shall have no exposed hazards.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (5) (A) 3. · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel

The assistant(s), J.S., did not complete safe sleep training within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

Required correction: The department-approved safe sleep training must be completed within 30 days of employment or volunteering.

5 CSR 25-400.105 (4) (A) · The Child Care Provider and Other Child Care Personnel · Correction due July 11, 2024

The requirements for obtaining 12 clock hours each calendar year were not met. For the calendar year of Denise Shields, the staff listed need the following information: 9.5.

Required correction: Required training hours shall be documented for each caregiver.

State licensing record

Apr 2024 Compliance monitoring visit 16 findings

Compliance monitoring visit · April 10, 2024

5 CSR 25-400.085 (3) (A) 1. · Physical Requirements of the Family Day Care Home