COVID-19 check·June 1, 2022

On 6/1/2022, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Loyce Phillips, conducted an unannounced case management inspection to follow up on COVID-19 concerns and to provide technical assistance. LPA met with Licensee, Blanca Villalobos conducted a facility risk assessment, toured the facility and took a census. Upon arrival, there were 7 children and 2 staff present today at the facility. LPA discussed with Licensee the current mask mandates from Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH). As of 3/14/2022 masking indoors by all visitors, employees and children over 24 months of age is strongly recommended, but no longer required. Individual ECE providers, programs, and facilities may retain more restrictive policies. Licensee stated she understands LACDPH updated mandates regarding masking and will continue to implement wearing mask for staff and children. LPA provided the following resources to Licensee: - Guidance for Early Childhood Education Providers Requirements and Best Practices to Licensee. - Preventing COVID-19: Masks - Masking Tips for Children No deficiencies are being cited in accordance to Title22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety Codes. An exit interview was conducted, a copy of this report and notice of site visit were provided to Licensee, Blanca Villalobos.