DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

HOPE HOUSE STL.

001011176

(314) 679-5440

6110 COTE BRILLIANTE AVE
ST LOUIS
MO  63133-2606

HOPE HOUSE STL.

1611 HODIAMONT
ST LOUIS
MO  63112


breece@hopehousestl.com

Incorporated

REGINA WATKINS

6 WEEKS - 14 YEARS

60

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

8 CHILDREN UNDER 12 MONTHS; 16 CHILDREN UNDER 24 MONTHS
 
Inspection Information

08/09/2023

N/A

N/A

N/A

COMPLIANCE VERIFICATION

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DocumentDocument-Date
ANNUAL DECLARATION 09/07/2022
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 12/05/2022
LOCAL BUILDING APPROVAL 12/05/2022
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 05/29/2007
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 06/05/2007
POLICIES 05/29/2007
SAMPLE FORMS 05/13/2005
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 05/29/2007
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 09/12/2012
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 01/15/2004
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 01/15/2004
DAILY SCHEDULE 01/05/2007
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 05/29/2007
LLC OPERATING AGREEMENT 08/20/2015
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 08/20/2015
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 08/20/2015
REGISTERING FICTITIOUS NAMES 10/07/2015
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 09/24/1997
STAFF SHEET 08/01/2021
APPLICATION 10/28/2020
EQUIPMENT LIST 12/05/2022
SANITATION INSPECTION 09/22/2022
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 09/21/2022
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 12/05/2022

Overlap Start TimeOverlap End TimeOverlap Submit Date
  4:30PM   6:30PM   8/18/2016



Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Open Violations: NA
NOTE
The licensee is responsible for compliance with all licensing rules, including but not limited to the rules listed on this compliance report form.

 
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The premises were not safe and suitable as evidenced by the Busy bees Room had a large section that is covered with miscellaneous items that are stacked on shelving attached to the wall causing clutter. Some of items are small and large totes stacked, boxes stacked on the shelf in the room etc. There is also an A/C unit stored with tubing in this classroom space that is not in use.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (1) (A) states: The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.
Correction Required
The premises shall be safe and suitable for the care of children.

Correction Verification
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Compliance Date
8/8/2023
Violation
The walls located Cool Cats Room was/were not in good condition as evidenced by the lower wall by the fish rug had chipped paint.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (2) (A) 6. states: Walls, ceilings and floors shall be finished with material which can be cleaned easily and shall be free of splinters, cracks and chipping paint. Floor covering shall be in good condition. Lead-free paint shall be used for all painted surfaces.
Correction Required
Walls, ceilings, and floors shall be made of approved materials, easily cleaned and in good condition.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
8/8/2023
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Furniture/equipment, yellow chairs, in in the Cool Cats Room was not in good condition as evidenced by the chairs were stained.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
8/8/2023
Violation
Furniture/equipment, The book shelf in addition to the the yellow and purple shelving , in the Cool Cats Room was not in good condition as evidenced by there are crayon markings and paint on the shelves.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials (1) (A) 1. states: All furniture and equipment shall be constructed safely, in good condition and free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. Only lead-free paint shall be used.
Correction Required
The facility shall provide safe and clean furniture/equipment as required.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
8/8/2023
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The facility does not have an approved director on staff.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel (2) (A) 3. states: The licensee is required to maintain an approved certificated group child care home provider or center director on staff.
Correction Required
The facility shall have an approved director/group home provider.

Correction Verification
Submit Documentation

Compliance Date
6/28/2023
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Compliance
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Compliance
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Compliance
RSMo 210.115. Reports of abuse, neglect, and under age eighteen deaths — persons required to report — supervisors and administrators not to impede reporting — deaths required to be reported to the division or child fatality review panel, when — report made to another state, when. —
Compliance
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Compliance