complaint·August 9, 2022

Continued from 9099............ Upon arrival during the initial complaint visit, LPA Manabat observed that the children in care were at the park during nap time and were not at the facility. During interviews, it was found that children are asked to take a rest period but not forced to nap, but to be respectful of other children's quiet time. Interviewees stated that the Licensee does not yell at the children but does have a loud voice. Through interviews, it was found that the licensee has not been punitive to children but will inform them that unsafe choices may lead to unsafe consequences. LPA could not find evidence to support that day-care children are bullied while in care as, during children interviews, some children stated that they do not believe they are bullied and like the other children and the Licensee. LPA Manabat could not find evidence to support that the licensee made an inappropriate comment towards day-care child within interviews conducted. Finally, LPA Manabat reviewed children's files and conducted interviews regarding children being given food they are allergic to while in care. Through interview and record review, LPA Manabat found that a previous child who no longer attends, had been allergic to a food item but that the licensee did not serve this item. In addition, child 1 (c1) stated that they are allergic to shellfish but have only had allergic reactions at home and have never been served this food item at the facility. Based on the information obtained, LPA was not able to determine that the licensee had made an inappropriate comment towards day-care child, a day-care child is placed on time out for a long period of time, the licensee yells at day-care children, the Licensee forced day-care child to take a nap, children are being given food they are allergic to while in care, and a day-care children are bullied while in care, therefore, the allegation is determined to be UNSUBSTANTIATED, meaning that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove it. An exit interview was conducted. Notice of site visit and appeal rights were also addressed. The Notice of site visit shall remain posted for 30 days for guardian/parental review.