Routine inspection·June 25, 2025

On 6/25/25 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Tyler Reyes conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection at the above facility. LPA met with Licensee Benn, La Wanda and provided an Entrance Checklist-Family Child Care Homes LIC 126. LPA conducted a tour of the facility led by Licensee La Wanda. LPA observed (11) children in care. Hours of operation Monday through Sunday 6am- 6am. LPA discussed with Licensee that \342\200\234Overnight Care\342\200\235 means care being provided to children anytime between the hours of 6pm and 6am. Care provided during the day and overnight combined shall not exceed 24 hours from the time the child entered care. The facility is licensed to care for MAXIMUM CAPACITY(WHEN THERE IS AN ASSISTANT PRESENT): 12 - NO MORE THAN 4 INFANTS. CAPACITY 14 - NO MORE THAN 3 INFANTS. 1 CHILD IN KINDERGARTEN OR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND 1 CHILD AT LEAST AGE 6. During the inspection, the following individuals were present in the home: Licensee, Staff 1 (S1), and S2. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. LPA informed that any individual that has direct contact with the children are required to have a criminal record clearance or exemption. Facility Postings: LPA observed the required positing in the day care room: Facility License, PUB 394 Notification of Parents\342\200\231s Rights, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness, and LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA provided a new copy of PUB 394 Notification of Parents\342\200\231s Rights for Licensee to post. Pediatric CPR/First Aid in Pediatrics Certification: Licensee American Heart Association Issue Date 10/14/2024 / Renew By 10/2026. LPA observed S1 and S2 transporting children to Houghton Park. It was determined that neither S1 and S2 posses a current CPR/First Aid in Pediatrics which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. Page 1 of 5 Emergency Disaster Drill: 4/15/25 Fire/Earthquake Transportation: LPA observed S2 providing transportation to children. A valid California Driver License for the S2 was observed with an expiration date of 5/31/2028. Infants: LPA observed no infants in care. Per Licensee (1) infant is currently enrolled at the facility. Napping equipment was observed, including (3) crib each with a fitted mattress. (1) of (3) cribs had a fitted sheet. LPA informed the Licensee in accordance with infant safe sleep all cribs and play yards used for infant care are required to have a tight-fitted sheet. LPA issued a Technical Assistance (TA) after observing that the cribs located in the on-limit bedroom were placed next to windows. LPA observed that window blinds with accessible cords pose a potential safety hazard. LPA advised the Licensee to relocate the cribs away from the windows to prevent possible injury. Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects. Licensee did not have an updated 15-min sleep log for Child 1 (C1) which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. LPA discussed infant safe sleep with Licensee that infants 0 \342\200\223 24 months shall be supervised while sleeping. Adhering to physical checks and documenting every (15-minute) check. Documentation of these checks shall be maintained in the infant\342\200\231s file and made available for Department review. Documentation shall include the date, infant\342\200\231s name, and the time of each (15-minute) check. Per Licensee all sheets are washed once a week and as needed. LPA provided Infant Safe for Family Child Care Homes from California -DSS-Manual -CCL Items not permitted: LPA provided the Licensee with a picture listing some of the items not permitted in a family childcare home, which include a bouncer, a jumper, and a walker. These items are not allowed to be on the premises of the facility. Meals: Per Licensee children will have meals in day care room. Licensee was advised to ensure all food brought from home is properly labeled and stored. Per Licensee no children have reported food allergies. Medication: Per Licensee the facility will provide incidental medical services. If required, medication will be inaccessible to children by centrally storing and locking. Medications will be administered in accordance with PIN 22-02-CCP, which outlines requirements for proper storage, documentation, and staff training. Page 2 of 5 The following on-limit areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and learning materials. Telephone service is provided via cell phone. LPA observed fire extinguisher located in kitchen with a purchase receipt 6/18/2025. LPA observed (2) insect killer spray cans on the kitchen counter and cleaning compounds unsecured underneath the kitchen sink. The accessibility of cleaning supplies poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. Facility has an operable carbon and smoke detector located in hallway. There are no personal hygiene supplies accessible to children in the restroom. Cooling is provided by portable air conditioning units. LPA observed a fireplace in off-limit living room screened. LPA observed in day care from a broken piece plexiglass attached to the wall posing a potential health and safety risk to children in care. LPA observed the hallway door granting access to the day care room off its hinges and unsecured posing a potential health and safety risk to children in care. Outdoor: Children may use the backyard for outdoor play. The backyard is enclosed. Per Licensee children will be supervised during outdoor play. No pool, spas or other bodies of water. Staff Files: LPA reviewed Licensee and S1 for the following documentation: LIC 9052 Employee Rights, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirements to Report Child Abuse, Proof of Immunizations, and Mandated Reporting Training Certificate Licensee had the required documentation. LPA provided Licensee and S1 with a copy of LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirements to Report Child Abuse for the file. LPA informed Licensee all staff files shall be readily available. Children Files: LPA reviewed (2) children files for the following documentation: LIC 282 Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and LIC 9224 Acknowledgment of Receipt of Licensing Reports it was not applicable. LPA conducted and interview with Licensee regarding the following topics: infant safe sleep practices, the facility\342\200\231s plan to support children\342\200\231s learning and development, procedures for keeping parents informed, strategies for managing challenging behaviors, and protocols for managing food allergies. LPA discussed reporting requirement and the Licensee\342\200\231s responsibilities as a mandated reporter, including the obligation to report to Community Care Licensing and emergency personnel when necessary. Page 3 of 5 LPA conducted and interview with Licensee regarding the following topics: infant safe sleep practices, the facility\342\200\231s plan to support children\342\200\231s learning and development, procedures for keeping parents informed, strategies for managing challenging behaviors, and protocols for managing food allergies. LPA discussed reporting requirement and the Licensee\342\200\231s responsibilities as a mandated reporter, including the obligation to report to Community Care Licensing and emergency personnel when necessary. 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 . 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 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/ . Facility Representative 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. Page 4 of 5 During the exit interview, the Licensee La Wanda, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and Appeal Rights provided with Licensee La Wanda. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citations. (3) Type B\342\200\231s were issued and (1) Technical Assistance.