Routine inspection·January 8, 2026

On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Licensee Alma Lopez. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the licensee. LPA observed licensee and one assistant providing care and supervision to two infants, two preschool-aged children, and two school-aged children. The current hours and days of operation are Mondays through Fridays from 6:00am-6:00pm. Physical Plant: This is a one-story family home. There is a living room, dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms, three restrooms, family room, and back yard. Main care is provided in the family room. The off-limit areas are the four bedrooms, two restrooms, the kitchen, living room, and dining room. Indoor/Children\342\200\231s Area: The child care area is accessed from the side gate. LPA inspected the indoor/children\342\200\231s area for safety, cleanliness and good repair. Licensee provides children with cribs and cots for napping. The smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector tested to be in operable condition. There is a designated area for the ill children as necessary. Per licensee, there are no firearms/weapons on the premises. LPA observed First Aid Kit on premises. Per Licensee, there is no smoking in the home. LPA observed a fire extinguisher (2A10BC). Bathroom: LPA observed the childcare bathroom. The children are provided with soap and towels. The toilet and faucet are in good operable condition. LPA reminded licensee to keep all hazardous items inaccessible to children. Kitchen: LPA inspected the kitchen for safety, sanitation, and good repair. Licensee participates in the food program and provides all meals during operational hours. The kitchen made inaccessible with a child safety gate. Outdoor/Children\342\200\231s Play Area: The children utilize the back yard for outdoor play. The back yard play area was observed for safety, good repair, age-appropriate toys/equipment, and shady areas. Per LPA observation and licensee, there are no pools/spas/bodies of water on premises. File Review: LPA reviewed Licensee\342\200\231s file and one assistant file which included all required information. LPA reviewed one child file which included all required information. LPA observed the safe sleep logs and Individual Sleeping Plan. LPA verified the background clearance of all adults present. The last disaster drill conducted on 01/05/2025. Licensee CPR/FA expires 03/2027 and Mandated Reporter training certificate expires 02/2027. Postings: Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A). 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. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. The Licensee shall permit the Department to inspect the family childcare home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of family child care laws or regulations. Also, to enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation. Licensee advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report (LIC624B) when submitting a report to the department at: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov . A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven (7) days following the occurrence of any events specified above. 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 Alma Lopez, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. During this inspection, no Title 22 deficiencies were observed. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Alma Lopez.