Ymca Garfiled Family Development Center
7 N Homan Blvd, Chicago, IL 60624
Children's Services Facility ZIP 60624 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 12, 2026
Ymca Garfiled Family Development Center was last inspected on August 12, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
August 12, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical2 general-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink in prep area. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed loose faucets and handles on handwashing sinks in prep area and children washroom. Instructed manager to tighten all loose faucets and handles.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no mechanical ventilation in washrooms. Instructed manager to provide mechanical ventilation in washrooms.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
14 inspections on record
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in dry storage room. Instructed person in charge to de-clutter area, remove unnecessary items and maintain all items six inches from floor.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED ALL WASHBOWLS (4) LOCATED INSIDE CHILDRENS TOILET ROOM WITHOUT HOT WATER DURING TIME OF THE INSPECTION. NOTED TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 52-62F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT @ LEAST 100F AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed one out of 4 toilets in the children's toilet room inoperable and covered with black garbage bags. Instructed to repair and maintain plumbing.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Conditional
License · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.
Inspector’s note: Observed food employee unable to wash hands at handsink in prep area. (utilizing washroom handsink). Instructed person in charge that all handwashing procedures must be done at handsink in food preparation area. (food operations ceased during inspection until sink repaired, proper handwashing at handsink in kitchen re-established) priority foundation #7-38-010. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 8)
Hands clean & properly washed
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed handwashing sink to be inacessible in kitchen prep area. Handwashing sink disconnected at lower hose upon inspection. Instructed person in charge that accessible, fully functioning handsink under city plumbling with hot and cold water is required at all times in food preparation area.(plumber arrived on site during inspection and repaired sink). Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter on floors(boxes, containers) in storage closet and maintenance closet. Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain all items at least six inches from floor at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed the faucet knobs at the hand washing sink in the kitchen area with a leak coming from under the hot and cold water knobs at the base. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt under and around the cooking and non cooking equipment along the walls. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of clutter in the 2's room closet. Instructed to clear and maintain as a means of preventing possible pest and insect harboring.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed the hood ventilation filters with a build up of dust. Instructed to remove and clean.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found wall papper falling off of wall. Also noted broken dry wall in utility clost . Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
License · Fail
3 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Found approx. 10 - 15 mouse droppings in pre-school clasroom, under cots( where cots are stored).the premises must be maintained free from rodents. Instructed engineer to remove, clean, sanitize, and maintain said areas. Recommended contacting pest control. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found unecesarry items and clutter in preschool 2 classroom. Must organize and maintain to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found wall papper falling off of wall. Also noted broken dry wall in utility clost . Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed the outdoor area floor with some food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago food service manager certification for the person in charge. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: - observed no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. No citation issued
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: - observed no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop and maintain a procedure/plan and to maintain any appropriate supplies on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: - observed food tray and single serving containers stored on the kitchen shelving unit not inverted. Instructed management to invert trays and containers after sanitizing and air drying.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on the ceiling air vent located in the kitchen prep area. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Noted missing floor tiles in the kitchen. Must replace and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted a leak at the base of the hot water knob at the exposed hand sink in the kitchen. Must repair and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean the floors inside the rear storage closet,along wall base and corners
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: A pipe with exposed insulation was found on the east wall of the daycare room, seal off the exposed insulation.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: The rear of the stove and the air handler in the utility room are covered with dust, clean off dust buildup.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The baseboard areas behind the stove, where the beds are stored and in the corners of the daycare room are dirty and damaged. Repair the baseboards so they are intact and easy to maintain.
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