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JOYFUL LEARNING CENTER Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years

JOYFUL LEARNING CENTER 10721 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60643 Daycare Above and Under 2 Years
October 22, 2025 License License #2934499
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE LOWER WALL IN THE LAUNDRY ROOM BY CABINET/COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY AND ACTIVITY.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED THE HAND DRYING PROVISION OVER THE DISH DRYING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED THE HAND DRYING PROVISION OVER THE DISH DRYING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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