PASS Risk 1 (High)

MOTHER'S TOUCH DAY CARE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (under 2 years)

MOTHER'S TOUCH DAY CARE 2501 W 71ST ST, CHICAGO 60629 Daycare (Under 2 Years)
September 19, 2025 License License #2215610
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor

Inspection Summary

This daycare (under 2 years) was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 19, 2025. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN REFRIGERATOR IN INFANT CLASSROOM AND COOLER/FREEZER UNIT IN THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED NO SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE HAND WASH SINK AND THE STOVE IN THE KITCHEN. INSTURCTED TO PROVIDE A WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD.
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 #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR, NEAR THE KITCHEN AREA, SELF CLOSING DEVICE NOT CONNECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR, NEAR THE KITCHEN AREA, SELF CLOSING DEVICE NOT CONNECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections