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Young Minds Developement Center

Child care center · 1026 Dodge Ave, Mishawaka, IN 46544 · License 785163

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Poor

Capacity 82. InfantThree Paths to QUALITY: Level 4

Violation history (133)

Severity	Date	Standard / narrative	Corrected
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director Program does not currently have a qualified director.	Yes
4	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) — All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) — Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) — The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) — The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) — During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100 — Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom.	Yes
4	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) — All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) — Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) — The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director Program does not currently have a qualified director.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) — The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) — During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100 — Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom.	Yes
4	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) — All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) — Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) — The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director Program does not currently have a qualified director.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) — The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) — During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100 — Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) — Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately.	—
4	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) — All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) — The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director Program does not currently have a qualified director.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) — The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) — During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100 — Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-24(2) — All caregivers counted in child/staff ratios shall meet the following qualifications: They shall have a high school diploma or shall have passed an equivalency test Out of five files reviewed, one file missing education documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) — Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately.	—
4	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) — All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100(f) — The center must store hazardous articles, sharp scissors, knives, latches, lighters, flammable liquids, power tools, cleaning supplies, and any other items that might be harmful to children in a place inaccessible to children Teacher purses accessible to children in unlocked cabinets and low shelves in Twos, Threes, and 4/5s classrooms. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" stored unlocked in changing table in Twos classroom. Disinfectant spray stored accessible in unlocked cabinet in School Age classroom. Outlets uncovered throughout building.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-109(a) — The center shall keep all interior garbage, dirty diapering supplies, food products, and disposable meal service supplies in tight seamed, easily cleanable trash containers and cover them with tight fitting lids pending removal Kitchen trash can uncovered with food waste present.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	410 IAC 7-24-177 — Food storage Pepperoni, corn, and peas stored in back freezers not dated.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-21(b) — Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director Program does not currently have a qualified director.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-116(g) — The center shall not allow unauthorized persons in the kitchen Three children being cared for in kitchen due to insufficiant staffing	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48 — Child/staff ratios and supervision On 5/13/25 a four year old child exited the building unattended and was gone for approx. 10min, leaving ratio 1:0	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-36(7) — A written application for admission of each child, signed by the childs parent, shall be on file at the child care center prior to admission and shall include the following: The name, address, and telephone number of the childs physician and dentist to call in emergencies Out of five files reviewed, four files missing complete information for Dr and Dentist	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(a)(7)(a) — Prior to having direct contact with children or food, the following training or information shall be provided to all staff and volunteers according to the specific responsibilities assigned to that particular staff member or volunteer: Training in universal precautions. A person trained annually in universal precautions shall repeat this training annually for all child care staff and include the following topics: Blood borne diseases and their transmission, work practice controls, and the use of personal protective equipment as required by the OSHA and ISDH Out of five files reviewed, four files missing up to date Universal Precautions training	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-13(b) — During the first two (2) weeks of employment, all staff shall receive documented training in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. The director shall update this training annually Out of five staff files reviewed, one file missing training on Child Abuse and Neglect	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-32(c) — Documentation shall be available at the child care center showing that all applicable orientation topics are covered and the dates of when the training was provided Out of five files reviewed, one file missing Orientation training documentation	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-41(a)(1) — Records, kept at the child care center, shall document the following for all current staff, substitutes, and volunteers: Application for employment Out of five files reviewed, one file missing application for employment	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100 — Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-113(n) — All items in the restroom must be sanitizable Bolt caps missing and coats being stored in toddler bathroom.	Yes
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-100 — Poisons, chemicals, and hazardous items Teacher purses and rubbing alcohol acessible in unlocked cabinet in Preschool classroom.	Yes
4	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(e) — All children shall be under the direct supervision of a responsible caregiver at all times Children were sent across the parking lot and into the building unsupervised to use bathroom. Children should be under the direct supervision of staff during all times. Staff member who did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-48(a) — Child/staff ratios shall be maintained during all hours of operation Children who utilized playground across the parking lot were sent into center unsupervised to go to bathroom. The ratio during the time they were in the building alone was 1:0. School Age requirements for ratio are 20:1. Staff member that did not supervise was terminated by the program.	—
?	—	470 IAC 3-4.7-55 — Inappropriate discipline Program self reported an incident where a child was picked up by one arm and the child's bandaid was ripped off their face. Program terminated staff member immediately.	—

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

Inspections (175)

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

Ownership

CHRISTY WILLIAMS

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