Routine inspection·December 10, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection in Spanish on this date. Upon arrival at 1:00pm and LPA met with Columba Valdez, informed of the purpose of inspection and provided form LIC 126, Inspection Entrance Checklist. The Licensee provided tour of facility. LPA inspected rooms/areas on the facility sketch in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access. Per licensee the current hours of care provided are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 5:00am - 6:00pm. The licensee offers overnight care, between the hours of 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. LPA discussed with provider that care provided during the day and overnight combined shall not exceed 24 hours from the time the child entered care per Tittle 22 regulations 104425. There were 5 children present, including 1 infant. LPA discussed individuals residing in the home. All adults reported by licensee to reside in the home have obtained the required background clearance and are associated to the facility. This is a single story home consists of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, kitchen, large living room (Daycare area), laundry room, attached garage. The areas accessible to children include: Kitchen, Daycare Room, bathroom and backyard. Off limit areas: 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, garage, side yard (used as dog run). All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the facility license and Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights posted outside the home by entrance and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form posted by entrance. LPA reviewed current and complete Children\342\200\231s Roster form LIC 9040 and Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A). LPA advised licensee to maintain documents updated. ---------Page 1 \342\200\223 Report Continues The home is observed to be clean and orderly. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced on 8/25/25. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. LPA observed age appropriate and safe toys and material available. Cleaning compounds are located in kitchen under the sink cabinets with safety locks. The bathroom that children use is in the hallway by bedroom and observed to be clean and free of hazards, cleaning agents in spray bottle were observed in under sink cabinets secured with safety lock. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be locked, not only inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home Per Licensee, area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the daycare room, supervised and away from the other children. Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area located in the backyard, was observed to be fenced with toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA observed an Air-conditioning unit in the backyard that is kept with a cover while children are outside playing. LPA did not observe any hazards in the yard. Per licensee, there are currently no animals kept in the home Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). One out of 5 children present did not have a facility file, posing a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. Upon arrival at 1:00pm LPA observed Child #1 infant of 5 months laying on a sleeping mat on the floor, per licensee, a play yard will be obtained prior to Child #1's return to daycare. Per licensee child #1, age 5 months started on this date and parent will bring completed file upon pick up. Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification, LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 508-Criminal Record Statement, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. 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. -------Page 2, report continues 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 facility 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. There is 1 infant under 12 months of age currently enrolled. LPA provided a sample sleep log and LIC 9227 to licensee, per request. LPA observed observed infant does not have a crib or play yard available for napping, posing a potential risk. 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 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 . LPA discussed and provided PIN 22-01-CCLD -Requirement for individuals that are currently associated to the facility maintain current mailing address with the department. LPA pro During the exit interview, the Licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Based on the LPA's observations and records review 2 B deficiencies will be cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were discussed and provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Columba Valdez. Appeal Rights were discussed and provided