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Loving Heart's Children Ministry, Inc.

Child care center · 2807 East State Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46806 · License 168247

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Violation history (132)

Severity	Date	Standard / narrative	Corrected
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One of two caregivers onsite does not have fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Baseboard in cafeteria has fallen off, needs replaced. Two plungers and toilet brush in bathroom - not sanitizable.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Doorway to kitchen open, adult medication (ozempic) in refrigerator on door, accessible to children.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. One caregiver present with children does not have complete Safe Sleep training, has completed Module 1 but needs to take Module 2.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change Diapers not in tightly covered sanitized containers, not sanitary.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use Staff serving snack not wearing hair restraint or smock/apron.	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) — An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry. Staff first aid trainings expired on 1/11/25, need documentation of current training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Food not labeled with opening dates. (cheeseballs, baby formula, baby cereal)	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet Water temperature 68.9, needs to be 100-120.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. Caregiver needs to complete Safe Sleep training.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff member present with children has expired fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate All childrens coats and backpacks were piled on a table together, not separate.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean Two of two cribs have soiled, loose fitting sheets.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Opened containers of baby formula mix and cereal do not have opened date on them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean One of two crib mattresses ripped all the way down the middle, needs replaced.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One of two caregivers onsite does not have fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Baseboard in cafeteria has fallen off, needs replaced. Two plungers and toilet brush in bathroom - not sanitizable.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Doorway to kitchen open, adult medication (ozempic) in refrigerator on door, accessible to children.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. One caregiver present with children does not have complete Safe Sleep training, has completed Module 1 but needs to take Module 2.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use Staff serving snack not wearing hair restraint or smock/apron.	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) — An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry. Staff first aid trainings expired on 1/11/25, need documentation of current training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Food not labeled with opening dates. (cheeseballs, baby formula, baby cereal)	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet Water temperature 68.9, needs to be 100-120.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change Diapers not in tightly covered sanitized containers, not sanitary.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. Caregiver needs to complete Safe Sleep training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate All childrens coats and backpacks were piled on a table together, not separate.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean Two of two cribs have soiled, loose fitting sheets.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Opened containers of baby formula mix and cereal do not have opened date on them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean One of two crib mattresses ripped all the way down the middle, needs replaced.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff member present with children has expired fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One of two caregivers onsite does not have fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Baseboard in cafeteria has fallen off, needs replaced. Two plungers and toilet brush in bathroom - not sanitizable.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Doorway to kitchen open, adult medication (ozempic) in refrigerator on door, accessible to children.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. One caregiver present with children does not have complete Safe Sleep training, has completed Module 1 but needs to take Module 2.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change Diapers not in tightly covered sanitized containers, not sanitary.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use Staff serving snack not wearing hair restraint or smock/apron.	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) — An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry. Staff first aid trainings expired on 1/11/25, need documentation of current training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Food not labeled with opening dates. (cheeseballs, baby formula, baby cereal)	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet Water temperature 68.9, needs to be 100-120.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. Caregiver needs to complete Safe Sleep training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean One of two crib mattresses ripped all the way down the middle, needs replaced.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff member present with children has expired fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate All childrens coats and backpacks were piled on a table together, not separate.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean Two of two cribs have soiled, loose fitting sheets.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Opened containers of baby formula mix and cereal do not have opened date on them.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Baseboard in cafeteria has fallen off, needs replaced. Two plungers and toilet brush in bathroom - not sanitizable.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Doorway to kitchen open, adult medication (ozempic) in refrigerator on door, accessible to children.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. One caregiver present with children does not have complete Safe Sleep training, has completed Module 1 but needs to take Module 2.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet Water temperature 68.9, needs to be 100-120.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change Diapers not in tightly covered sanitized containers, not sanitary.	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) — An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry. Staff first aid trainings expired on 1/11/25, need documentation of current training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use Staff serving snack not wearing hair restraint or smock/apron.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Food not labeled with opening dates. (cheeseballs, baby formula, baby cereal)	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. Caregiver needs to complete Safe Sleep training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean One of two crib mattresses ripped all the way down the middle, needs replaced.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff member present with children has expired fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate All childrens coats and backpacks were piled on a table together, not separate.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Opened containers of baby formula mix and cereal do not have opened date on them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean Two of two cribs have soiled, loose fitting sheets.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Baseboard in cafeteria has fallen off, needs replaced. Two plungers and toilet brush in bathroom - not sanitizable.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One of two caregivers onsite does not have fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Doorway to kitchen open, adult medication (ozempic) in refrigerator on door, accessible to children.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. One caregiver present with children does not have complete Safe Sleep training, has completed Module 1 but needs to take Module 2.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(d) — Diapers. The diapering process shall be done on a table, in a clean and sanitary manner. The diaper changing surface shall be sanitized after each use and materials used for skin cleansing shall be discarded after each use into a tightly covered, easily sanitized container. Individuals responsible for diaper changing shall wash their hands after each diaper change Diapers not in tightly covered sanitized containers, not sanitary.	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-7.5(b)(1) — An individual who: is employed as a caregiver at a child care ministry shall maintain current certification in pediatric first aid applicable to all age groups of children cared for by the child care ministry. Staff first aid trainings expired on 1/11/25, need documentation of current training.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(2) — All restrooms shall be equipped with flush toilets and handwashing sinks and shall be ventilated to the outside. An adequate supply of water, under pressure, shall be provided at all handwashing sinks, as well as soap and disposable paper towels in dispensers. Toilet paper in dispensers shall be located at each toilet Water temperature 68.9, needs to be 100-120.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(g) — Hygiene. A sink used exclusively for handwashing shall be located in the kitchen and supplied with soap and disposable towels from a dispenser. Persons who prepare, handle, and serve food shall thoroughly wash their hands with soap and water and use disposable towels for drying. Handwashing shall be done before starting work and as often as necessary to keep them clean. Persons who prepare and handle food shall wear clean, washable garments (aprons or smocks) and effective hair restraints. All food preparation and eating surfaces shall be sanitized before and after use Staff serving snack not wearing hair restraint or smock/apron.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Food not labeled with opening dates. (cheeseballs, baby formula, baby cereal)	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. Caregiver needs to complete Safe Sleep training.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff member present with children has expired fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean Two of two cribs have soiled, loose fitting sheets.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-5(f) — Storage. Containers and packages of food, cleaned and sanitized utensils, equipment, and single-service articles shall be stored at least six (6) inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in such a way that protects them from contamination, cleaning compounds, and toxic or hazardous materials. This does not apply to cased food packaged in waterproof containers Opened containers of baby formula mix and cereal do not have opened date on them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(a) — Cots and Cribs. Cots and cribs shall be constructed of sturdy, cleanable material and sanitized after each use; weekly sanitation of a cot or crib is acceptable if the cot or crib is used exclusively by the same child each day. Not more than one (1) child may occupy a crib or cot at any one (1) time. Linens and coverings shall be kept clean One of two crib mattresses ripped all the way down the middle, needs replaced.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-6(c) — Ill Children. Ill children shall be kept separate from others and all surfaces and items with which a sick child has come in contact with shall be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Individual belongings shall be kept separate All childrens coats and backpacks were piled on a table together, not separate.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(2)(c) — The child care ministry must do the following: is a person against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated under IC 31-33 One staff present did not have fingerprint or consent on file, unqualified. (FJ)	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Baseboard in cafeteria has fallen off, needs replaced. Two plungers and toilet brush in bathroom - not sanitizable.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14(1) — The child care ministry must do the following: Conduct a criminal history check of the child care ministrys employees and volunteers One of two caregivers onsite does not have fingerprints on file with the division.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-239 — Equipment, utensils, and linens Dirty dishes, three large pots not from today's food preparation, sitting in dishwashing sink with cold water in them.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.5-4(1) — All interior surfaces, equipment, materials, furnishings, and objects with which children will come in contact shall be well maintained, in a clean and sanitary condition, and of nontoxic durable construction Doorway to kitchen open, adult medication (ozempic) in refrigerator on door, accessible to children.	Yes
4	—	IC 12-17.2-6-14.1(a)(2) — The operator of a child care ministry that cares for children who are less than twelve (12) months of age shall: ensure that all caregivers of children who are less than twelve (12) months of age follow safe sleeping practices. One caregiver present with children does not have complete Safe Sleep training, has completed Module 1 but needs to take Module 2.	Yes

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (139)

139 inspection record(s) on file from IN-FSSA.

Ownership

Loving Heart's Children Ministry, Inc.

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