Routine inspection·January 28, 2026

On 1/28/26 at 1:10PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angela Luz met with Licensee Veronica Garcia, to conduct an unannounced annual random inspection. Also present at the time of inspection was 9 children (3 infants, 5 preschoolers, and 1 school age child) and 2 fingerprint cleared and associated assistants. The home was toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Entrance checklist for Family Child Care Home was provided and licensee was reminded of documents to be posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area of the facility. Days and hours of operation are Monday to Friday 7:30-5:30. English and Spanish are spoken to children in care. Licensee toured the on limit areas of the facility with LPA. The ON LIMIT AREAS are the living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom in hallway, and backyard. The OFF LIMIT AREAS are all three bedrooms, primary bathroom, and side yards. The home is neat and free of debris with heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. The ISOLATION AREA is either the living room or the backyard depending on where other children in care are. LPA arrived during nap time. LPA observed 2 cribs and one play yard that meets the safety standards. Older children use cots for napping. The cribs/play yard do not hinder entrance or exit to and from the space where infants are sleeping. The mattresses/mattress pads in the crib/play yards are firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate, fits tightly, and overlaps the underside of the mattresses. Each infant\342\200\231s bedding is used for them only and cleaned weekly or before use by another infant. There are no loose articles and objects, bumper guards or objects hanging above or attached to the side of the cribs/play yards. LPA inspected the bathroom in the hallway. Cleaning supplies are kept under the sink in a cabinet with a functioning child lock. LPA noted changing table in the bathroom. LPA inspected the kitchen. Low kitchen cabinets are child locked. LPA observed cleaning supplies are kept under the sink in a cabinet with a functioning child lock. Knives were stored on the counter pushed back into a corner, at least a foot away from the edge of the counter. There are ample age-appropriate toys that appear to be safe and in good condition. Licensee states they use redirection to manage challenging behaviors. Licensee understands that children's personal rights should not be violated, including but not limited to, no corporal punishment, interference with eating, intimidation, or other actions of a punitive nature. Licensee understands that children are treated with dignity, receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations. LPA reminded that Licensee is required to be present for 80% of operating hours per day. Licensee understands how to report Unusual Incidents/Injuries. The outdoor play area is free from defects or dangerous conditions and is fully fenced. LPA noted a large structure with a wide base that had two swings, a climbing area, and a slide. There was turf under the structure and foam padding under the slide to absorb falls. LPA commented that the climbing area is close to a brick wall. Licensee stated they have not had any issues with injuries due to the proximity of the wall to the climbing structure. Licensee stated staff talk with the children to make sure they do not let go and are supervised while climbing. There are no bodies of water. LPA noted two dogs that are kept in the right side yard behind two sets of gates. There have been no changes from the areas previously identified as off limits or alterations to existing buildings or grounds. All hazardous materials and toxins are kept out of the reach of children. Licensee understands that any materials that are labeled \342\200\234Keep out of reach of children\342\200\235 or have similar messaging should be kept out of reach from children in care. Licensee states that there are no firearms in the home. The home has a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher that was last serviced on 7/29/25, working smoke detector, working carbon monoxide detector, and working telephone. Licensee Pediatric CPR/First Aid is current and expires 7/2027. Licensee Mandated Reporter Training for Child Care Providers expired on 1/26/26. Licensee was reminded that Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207) and CPR/First aid certifications needs to be renewed every two years. A copy of the licensee\342\200\231s immunization is on file. The Licensee conducts and documents fire and disaster drills monthly, last drill was on 12/19/25. A current copy of the facility roster was viewed. Licensee caries liability insurance for the daycare. LPA reviewed 6 children files and 3 staff files during today's inspection. All files reviewed today were complete. 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. LPA discussed the 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-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for and removing any 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. 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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the Licensee Veronica Garcia, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. 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 . No deficiencies are issued today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Veronica Garcia.