Routine inspection·December 2, 2025

On 12/02/2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Silva conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility. Licensing staff met with Co- Licensee Maria Ochoa and Licensee Elpidia Ochoa, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. LPA was guided on a tour of the facility. There were 8 children present, including 1 infant. Hours of operation hours are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:30AM \342\200\223 5:30PM. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Licensee services children 0-12 years old. This is a two story home which consists of 6 bedrooms( 3 bedrooms upstairs, 3 bedrooms downstairs) 4 bathrooms (2 bathrooms upstairs, 2 downstairs), entry way leading to the family room with kitchenette, daycare room/enclosed patio, formal kitchen, dining area, living room, a fireplace located in the living room barricade by wrought iron, detached garage, long drive way leading to the front yard and fenced backyard. There is another property on the premises to the left of the facility. LPA observed a chicken coup to the left of the driveway. Currently residing in the home are four adults, licensee, co-licensee, licensee\342\200\231s spouse and adult son, all adults in the home have a criminal record clearance on file. Per licensee no minor children reside in the home. Present during this inspection where, licensee, co-licensee, licensee's spouse and assistant. Areas accessible to children were inspected as follows : Entry way of the facility leading into the family room with kitchenette, first bedroom/nap room to the left, first bathroom next to the bedroom, daycare room/enclosed patio, and fenced back yard. Page 1 of 4 Areas off limits include : Kitchen, dining area, living room are separated by a door, the second level is inaccessible to children; LPA observed the stairs leading to the second level has a safety gate making it inaccessible to children. The second level consists of three bedrooms and three bathrooms. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the main entry way of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster was complete, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. Per licensee last disaster drill was conducted September 25,2025. The home was observed to be clean and orderly, with central air and heating. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available for children. Licensee\342\200\231s prepares breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks for the children in care. Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up is in the bed room/napping room, away from the other children. Per licensee\342\200\231s transportation is provided after school. LPA observed a fish tank in the daycare room and a small bird cage in the kitchen counter. LPA observed a first aid kit readily available in the entry way. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be locked, to be made inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Licensing staff reminded licensee smoking is not allowed in the home. Licensing staff observed the smoke detector and the carbon monoxide detector to be in operable condition. Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged with service tag dated 05/19/2025. Reminded licensee fire extinguisher should be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via land line and cell phone. The Licensee uses the fenced back yard for outdoor play. Licensing staff observed a ramp leading to the fenced back yard. The backyard has toys, bicycles, small tables with chairs and other materials for children to play with. LPA observed two patio canopies for shade, a sink for handwashing and drinking faucet. Licensee states there are no bodies of water on the premises and LPA did not observe any bodies of water during this visit. Page 2 of 4 Child\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, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. Licensee file was reviewed for the following: LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, 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. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification expires 05/15/2026 for licensee, and co-licensee. Mandated Reporter Training has been completed and expired on 06/29/2024 for co licensee. Mandated reporter training is pending for assistant and licensee. www.mandatedreporterca.com 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. Licensee currently have one infant enrolled. LPA also 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. Sleep log is pending for infant in care. 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/ . 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. Page 3 of 4 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/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. MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223 Centers and Family Child Care Homes - Licensee, was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Megan\342\200\231s Law - Family Child Care Homes - During the exit interview, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Based on Licensing staff observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children\342\200\231s health and safety. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights was given. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with co-licensee Maria Ochoa. Page 4 of 4