Description: BABY STEPS CHILDCARE/ YOLANDA I NUNEZ is a Child Care Group Home in Tucson AZ, with a maximum capacity of 10 children. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0167238 | 2026-02-13 | Complaint | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The purpose of the inspection was to conduct a Complaint Investigation for case # 00157157 and # 00157173 on 2/13/2026. A full inspection was not conducted at this time. The Compliance Officer provided the Group Home with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Ratios observed were: 2:2 There were 2 staff members interviewed during this investigation. There were 2 staff files reviewed during this investigation. Upon completion of the complaint investigation, it was determined from observations, interviews, and documentation that the allegation was not able to be substantiated. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. There were no deficiencies observed and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The following was discussed but not limited to: -Mandated reporting | |||
| INSP-0168193 | 2026-02-13 | Midyear | Complete |
| Initial Comments: **Amended 2/24/2026** The following deficiency was found at the time of the Mid-year Inspection conducted on 2/13/2026, and is subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the Group Home with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. Note: A full inspection was not conducted. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid on the DPS website during the time of the inspection. | |||
| INSP-0159418 | 2025-09-08 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were observed at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on 9/8/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website at the time of the inspection. Please complete the Plan of Corrections via the Licensing Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility. The following was discussed but not limited to: diapering surfaces, child enrollment, staff education and training. | |||
| INSP-0099733 | 2025-03-03 | Midyear | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The Compliance Officer conducted a Mid Year inspection on 3/3/2025. The following deficiencies were cited and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A complete inspection was not conducted. 3 of 3 fingerprint cards were verified to be valid during the inspection on the DPS website. The Plan of Corrections is due within 10 days of receiving this report. Please upload photographic documentation of the correction. Insurance expires 8/15/2025 Gas conducted 8/3/2024 | |||
| INSP-0049095 | 2024-10-09 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on October 9, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Compliance Officer Laurie McKenna Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 8/15/25 Gas 8/3/24 The empower checklist was emailed. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within ten days. | |||
| INSP-0047870 | 2024-09-09 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance Inspection conducted on September 9, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz The inspection could not be conducted. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days. | |||
| INSP-0043341 | 2024-04-29 | Midyear | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid Year inspection conducted on April 29, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. A full inspection was not conducted. Insurance 8/15/24 First Aid/CPR 9/24 Ratio 1:1 3 of 3 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. No deficiencies were found at the time of the Mid Year inspection. | |||
| INSP-0036768 | 2024-01-16 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on January 15, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Laurie McKenna Insurance 8/15/24 Gas 8/4/23 Please send the permit and approval for the new addition. The new addition cannot be utilized by the enrolled children until the area has been approved by your local jurisdiction and this Department. The empower checklist was emailed. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days. | |||
| INSP-0034321 | 2023-11-09 | Monitoring | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the monitoring inspection conducted on November 9, 2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Compliance Officer Laurie McKenna Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days. | |||
| INSP-0032234 | 2023-09-12 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on September 12, 2023 and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 day. | |||
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