Follow-up·August 13, 2025

On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Director Melinda Sims. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct an unannounced case management inspection for an Unusual Incident Report (UIR) received at Palmdale Regional office on 08/04/2025 regarding facility gate left open and a stranger walking into the facility office. LPA Cha disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Director. Upon arrival, there were no children in care due to school closure. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays through Fridays; 9:00am-3:00pm. During the visit, LPA Cha received a copy of the roster and interviewed staff. LPA Cha completed a safety inspection of the facility at approximately 9:30am. No safety concerns observed. Based on LPA observations, further investigation is needed. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Director Melinda Sims.