DHSS MO
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION

OFFICE OF CHILDHOOD

GROUP HOME AND CENTER INSPECTION REPORT
Facility Information

SOUTH CENTRAL MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

002191319

(573) 778-0083

1140 HERSCHEL BESS BLVD
POPLAR BLUFF
MO  63901

SOUTH CENTRAL MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

PO BOX 6
WINONA
MO  65588-0006

ELLIS, JAIME GALE

SCMCAA@HOTMAIL.COM

Incorporated

LESLEY WARREN

BIRTH - 3 YEARS

72

GROUP HOME AND CENTER

32 CHILDREN IN THE INFANT/TODDLER UNIT
 
Inspection Information

03/18/2026

10:05 AM

10:52 AM

UNANNOUNCED

REINSPECTION

2509914699


DocumentDocument-Date
DAILY SCHEDULE 08/05/2010
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 08/05/2010
SAMPLE WEEKLY MENU 08/05/2010
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION 08/05/2010
LINES OF ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY 09/01/2010
DISCIPLINE POLICIES 12/11/2014
CHILD CARE PRACTICES 12/11/2014
POLICIES 12/11/2014
DIRECTOR'S QUALIFICATIONS 12/30/2015
DIAGRAM/INDOOR 08/05/2010
DIAGRAM/OUTDOOR 08/05/2010
LOCAL ZONING APPROVAL 01/11/2010
LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION 01/08/2016
APPLICATION 07/01/2020
CERTIFICATE OF GOOD STANDING 08/08/2022
SANITATION INSPECTION 08/12/2025
ANNUAL DECLARATION 08/06/2025
FIRE/SAFETY INSPECTION 06/09/2025
LISTING OF CHILD CARE STAFF/HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS 08/06/2025
EQUIPMENT LIST 08/06/2025




Inspection determined facility to be in compliance with licensing rules.
Compliance 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.
Attendance at Time of Inspection
Total Staff 22
Total Children 51
StaffChildClass AgeNote
3 6 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers Taylor Bogie, Tonya Loafman and Carrie Smith 2 months through 22 months
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers Jamie Walker and Cora Wiley 22 months through 2 years old
2 7 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers Symphony Sumner and Caitlin Goodwin 5 months through 2 years old
2 5 INFANTS AND TODDLERS Caregivers Chitra Balamuguran and Budoor Mohsen 9 months through 21 months
2 8 MIXED Caregivers Christine Rojas and Madison Wiley six children aged 2 years old two children aged 3 years old
2 6 MIXED Caregivers Brandi Scallion and Lydia Ellsworth three children aged 2 years old three children aged 3 years old
2 6 MIXED Caregivers Dinorah Sauls and Jessie Kirk two children aged 2 years old four children aged 3 years old
5 0 NO CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE Director Jamie Ellis, Family Advocates Kim Lewis and Jessica Hillis and Cooks Margaret Rushin and Elizabeth Deffendall
2 6 TWO YEAR OLDS Caregivers Cara Smith and Cailyn Dillion six 2 years olds

Compliance List
5 CSR 25-500.032 Organization and Administration
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.042 Licensing Process
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.052 Annual Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
The requirements for toilet and handwashing facilities were not met as evidenced by the toilet would not flush.
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.082 Physical Requirements of Group Day Care Homes and Day Care Centers (3) (A) 3. states: Toilet and hand washing facilities shall be in working order and convenient for the children's use.
Correction Required
Bathroom fixtures shall be functional and convenient.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
3/18/2026
5 CSR 25-500.087 Fire Safety
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.090 Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.092 Furniture, Equipment and Materials
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.102 Personnel
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios
Violation
 Provider Comments
Violation
Group size requirements were not met as evidenced by 15 children, ages 8 months through 24 months, were cared for by 6 adult caregiver(s).
Licensing Rule Reference
5 CSR 25-500.112 Staff/Child Ratios (1) (A) states: The staff/child ratio and group size shall be followed as outlined in the below chart unless it meets an exception in subparagraphs (1)(B)-(G) below: Infants, toddlers, and 2-year-olds shall have one caregiver for every four children with no more than eight children per group; Groups composed solely of children 24 to 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 3 to 4 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; Groups composed solely of children 5 years or older shall have one caregiver for every 16 children with no more than 32 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of no more than four children age 2 years, and at least one child older than 3 years shall have one caregiver for every 10 children with no more than 20 children per group; A mixed group of children consisting of more than four children ages 24 to 36 months, and at least one child older than 36 months shall have one caregiver for every eight children with no more than 16 children per group.
Correction Required
Staff/child ratios and group sizes shall be maintained at all times.

Correction Verification
Return Inspection

Compliance Date
3/18/2026
5 CSR 25-500.122 Medical Examination Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.132 Admission Policies and Procedures
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.142 Nighttime Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.162 Overlap Care of Children
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.172 Emergency School Closings
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.182 Child Care Program
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.192 Health Care
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.202 Nutrition and Food Service
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.212 Transportation and Field Trips
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-500.222 Records and Reports
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-600.020 General Requirements
Not Observed
5 CSR 25-600.040 Background Screening Findings
Not Observed
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. —
Not Observed
RSMo 210.211.  License required - exceptions - written notice of licensure status, when.
Not Observed