complaint·January 25, 2024

During the visit conducted on 11/2/23, a walk through of the facility was conducted by the LPA and Licensee and the following was observed / pictures taken. Bathroom designated for children: Clutter (such as boxes full of miscellaneous items) were observed piled on top of the bathtub. Toys (such as a washer/dryer), a stroller, desk, stuffed animal and floor mats were also observed piled on top of the bathtub making it a hazard for children. A box full of diapers was observed on the bathroom floor making it a tripping hazard for children. Family Room: The family room (which is on-limit and used as an isolation/napping area) was observed to have a wheelchair, bags full of miscellaneous items, boxes and yoga mats on the floor. Outside Play Area: The outside toys were observed to have dust, dirt and leaves on them, making it unsanitary for the kids. Based on LPA’s observations and interviews which were conducted and record reviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be Substantiated. California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. The Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Natasha Madison and Leighann Ballton and Appeals Rights provided. is seen by a doctor, the parent(s) is asked to provide a doctor’s note clearing the child back to the daycare. This information is also listed in the Parent-Provider Contract and a copy of this contract is provided to the parent(s), at the time of admission. The Licensee denied the allegation of not separating children who show signs of illness. During the interview with staff, the statements obtained corroborated with the statements obtained from the Licensee. Per staff, when a child becomes ill, staff notifies the Licensee and the Licensee separates the child from the group into the isolation room (Family Room) and the parent(s) of the ill child is notified. A staff member stays with the child in the isolation room until the child is picked up and sent home. Parents interviewed did not present concerns related to the above-mentioned allegation and were pleased with the services and care being provided to their children. Based on the investigation conducted, there is insufficient evidence to support the above-mentioned allegation to be true. Therefore, although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is Unsubstantiated. The Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Dali Dvalishvili and Appeals Rights provided.