Routine inspection (3-year)·January 21, 2026

On 01/20/2026 (LPA\342\200\231) Doris Whitmore conducted an unannounced 3 Year Inspection at the above-mentioned facility. LPA was greeted by Lucinda Buttler, license. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. LPA Whitmore was guided on a tour of the home both inside and outside. Present during today\342\200\231s inspection was a total of three adults. LPA checked to make sure during today\342\200\231s inspection all adults were cleared and associated to the facility. There was a total of 3 children in care and 3 adults at the time of the inspection. The capacity as specified on the licensee is being maintained during today\342\200\231s inspection. The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that health and safety standards are being met as required by Title 22 Regulations governing California Child Care Homes will be met by licensee. The home is a single family home with three bedrooms and one bathroom. The facility hours of operation are Monday- Saturday and twenty-four hours. LPA observed all posting requirements for operation on the postings board Facility License, Notification of Parent Rights, Earthquake Preparedness, Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA Whitmore reviewed the Facility Roster and verification of disaster and Fire drills. The date of the last fire drill was 01/09/2026. There are no swimming pools or other bodies of water on the premises. LPA Whitmore asked the licensee if there were any bodies of water next door. Licensee responded No. LPA Whitmore explained to the licensee the pool regulations No guns, or weapons present as stated by licensee, no weapons observed by LPA. There are two pets in the home at the time of the inspection. Licensee shared with LPA Whitmore that the parents are aware that there are two pets in home. The pets are dogs. The dogs are in a small room passed the laundry room. LPA inspected the home to ensure safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and hazardous items do not pose a danger to children in care. No poisons were observed during the inspection. All detergents and cleaning compounds are kept in a locked cabinet under the sink. The kitchen was inspected during the visit. LPA did not observe any knives or sharp objects, detergents or cleaning supplies that would pose a potential risk to children in care. These items were made inaccessible to the children. LPA observed operable smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the home which were tested during inspection. The home is equipped with one (3- A 40 B:C) Fire Extinguisher and First Aid kit which includes thermometer, and band aids. Toys equipment and materials were available in good repair. Children napped on cots, were found to be in good condition. Facility currently does not have any infants. LPA Whitmore observed a crib, changing table, and small highchair. LPA Whitmore reviewed a total of five children files. Only one file had a missing immunization record. Files had all other required documents. A total of three files were reviewed by the licensee and two employees. Mandated Reporter certificates were current. Two employees have current First Aid and CPR. LPA Whitmore explained to the licensee that the assistant will not be able to be left alone with the children. Facility has a fenced in backyard. LPA observed the backyard; children currently do not use the backyard due to uneven pavement. Licensee stated that she takes the children to a nearby park for outdoor activities. Licensee completed a declaration that will be place in facility file. 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 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 [or facility representative] 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 representative] 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 [name], confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. There are no deficiencies/ A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Lucinda Buttler.