Don’t Panic: How to Handle Corrective Action Requests from Your CACFP Program Review

Don’t Panic: How to Handle Corrective Action Requests from Your CACFP Program Review

After your CACFP Program review, the reviewer will send you a findings notice if they discover problems with your records, paperwork, or processes. This notice will outline what needs fixing and give you a deadline to submit a Corrective Action Plan (CAP).

Common issues that trigger corrective action requests:

  • Missing or incomplete documentation (receipts, meal counts, menus, enrollment forms)
  • Financial record discrepancies
  • Policy or training documentation gaps

If you don’t respond on time, you could risk having to pay reimbursement funds or even losing your ability to participate in CACFP altogether.


Your Next Steps—Made Simple

  1. Read the Findings Carefully: Make sure you understand exactly what the reviewer is asking you to fix.
  2. Gather Documentation: Locate any missing records and double-check for accuracy.
  3. Draft a Clear Response: Your corrective action plan should explain what went wrong, how you’re correcting it, and how you’ll prevent it from happening again.
  4. Submit On Time: Don’t miss your deadline—timely submission is critical.

How CACFP Solutions Can Help

Corrective action can feel stressful and confusing, especially if you’re already stretched thin. That’s where our Corrective Action consulting service comes in. Our team works with centers and sponsors to:

  • Review findings and clarify what’s needed
  • Collect and organize supporting documents using secure digital folders
  • Provide guidance in drafting effective Corrective Action Plans
  • Guide you through follow-up submissions and communication with TDA

We make the process faster, easier, and less overwhelming—so you can get back to focusing on your program.

Need inspiration or a starting point to do it yourself?

Click here to see free sample Corrective Action Plans based on real findings. See how to structure your responses and examples of what details to include.


Don’t Wait—Get Expert Help

If you’ve received a corrective action request after your CACFP Program review, reach out right away. The sooner you start, the easier it is to resolve findings and protect your reimbursements.

Need help with a Corrective Action Plan?
Contact our team for fast, professional support.
We’re here to answer your questions, help gather your documents, and make sure your response is complete and on time.


Coming up next:
Watch for our next post, “Make Your Next CACFP Program Review Easy with Digital Tools and Expert Support,” to see how new tools and hands-on guidance can take the stress out of every review.

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