Incident investigation·January 24, 2023

On January 24 th , 2023, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jeremey McClain and Erwina Pascual-Galamco met with Assistant Director Nadine Jefford for an unannounced Case Management Inspection. Upon arrival, LPA observed 18 children, supervised by three staff members in two separate rooms. On January 20 th , 2023, and unusual incident was reported to the regional office regarding and incident that occurred on January 18 th , 2023. It was reported that a child reported to their parents they were involved in an inappropriate interaction with another child in care. It was alleged that Child #1 was inappropriate touched by Child #2 after they asked Child #1 to take their clothes off. Director/Licensee Jaime Ocampo investigated by interviewing staff and children involved, however there was no evidence that supported the allegations. Jaime stated that he was also present in the classroom where the alleged incident took place. During today\342\200\231s investigation, LPAs observed the classroom and area of the alleged incident and conducted interviews with children. Based on LPAs investigation, there was no conclusive evidence that the alleged incident occurred. No Title 22 Deficiencies were observed during today\342\200\231s inspection. This report was reviewed with the licensing representative, and a Notice of Site Visit was provided, which must remain posted for 30 days.