Routine inspection·February 9, 2026

On 02/09/2026 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Denisia Jimenez conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and was met by licensee Marianela Ortiz . Also present were the licensee’s husband, who left shortly after, and her two adult sons one serving as her assistant and the other arriving later with his three children, who were visiting from out of town. Licensee is Spanish Speaking and LPA Jimenez assisted with interpretation. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday 4AM – 4PM. LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. LPA reviewed current facility sketch and confirmed that the kitchen, family room, dining room, living room, and bathroom are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by using doorknob spinners. LPA observed that the dining table was cluttered with miscellaneous items and mail. In the living and family rooms, the couch contained additional mail, and numerous toys were scattered throughout both areas, creating a disorganized environment. The kitchen counters were covered with dishes, pans, and miscellaneous items, while boxes of food were stacked in the corner. The kitchen table and island were also cluttered with additional pots and pans. In the backyard, several toys were worn out and require disposal or replacement, and children’s furniture located outside needs cleaning and proper organization. Additionally, an off-limits room was found open and filled with children’s toys, furniture, and miscellaneous items, obstructing access and preventing safe passage which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. LPA issued a Type B citation. There are no swimming pool or other bodies of water on the premises. (Continued on 809-C) Licensee stated there are firearm and ammunition in the home locked. LPA could not very if the firearm and ammunition were locked separately. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items were not made inaccessible to the children. LPA observed in the kitchen medication that was left out on the counters and in the restroom cleaning compounds, and laundry detergent which posed a potential health, safety or personal risk to persons in care. The licensee immediately removed the items and secured them in an area that was inaccessible to children. LPA will issue a Type B citation. There is one fireplace in the home located in the family room and is made inaccessible by a wall paper and will not be in use during daycare hours. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. This is a single level home and there are no stairs. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 06/23/25. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 02/24/2026. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 102416.2). Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. (Continued on 809-C) PA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Licensee stated she is not providing any medication to the children in care. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ . Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Marianela Ortiz. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA verified the RSO profile in FAS. Per Title 22, Division 12, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page). Licensee was provided with appeal rights. This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.