Routine inspection·May 22, 2026

On Friday, May 22, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Evelyn Garcia conducted an unannounced inspection and met with licensee Carlota Garcia who guided LPA Garcia on a tour of the facility. There were 4 children in care. Operating hours are Monday- Friday, 6:00am- 11:00pm. Residing in the home are licensee and 1 adult son who assists with daycare needs. Both adults have been fingerprinted and cleared. This facility is a single-story home that consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living area, dining room, detached garage, fireplace and front yard and backyard fenced and is licensed as a Large Family Child Care home with max capacity of 14 children. There are no pools or bodies of water on the premises. The facility is currently building a ADU and has a permit issued by the City of Los Angeles, Permit #24014-20000-03593. The licensee was informed to notify LPA Garcia when the construction was finished to conduct an inspection, and licensee will submit a new facility sketch of areas that are currently on/off limits due to the construction. Areas off limits to children include- All bedrooms, 1 bathroom (bedroom), kitchen, Living room, dining room and front yard. There is a section of the backyard to the right that is gated and is off limits to the children, where 2 dogs are kept, and they do not interact with the daycare children. The backyard is currently off limits due to construction in the backyard to rebuild a garage. Areas accessible to children include – The living room, kitchen, dining area, main day care area in the home towards the back part of the home that served as a second living space. LPA Garcia inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone and landline). For ventilation, LPA Garcia observed central AC and the vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the furniture, children’s materials, to be in good condition and age appropriate. LPA did observe a fireplace, however it is barricaded by a bookshelf and made inaccessible to the children in care. LPA observed cots and 1 crib for the infant that are utilized during nap time. Nap time takes place in the main day care area towards the back of the home. LPA Garcia observed cleaning compounds items stored under the kitchen sink that is secured with a safety latch. Per licensee, they do not have knives or sharp objects in the home. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides filtered water, and each child has their own cup and are refilled as needed. The licensee stated the facility provides breakfast, lunch and p.m. snacks and license states she does not currently participate in the food program. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication. LPA Garcia entered the bathroom located in the hallway and observed the toilet, hand washing sink, hand soap. LPA did not observe any hazardous materials accessible to the children. LPA reminded licensee that items such as shampoos, conditioners, mouthwash, etc. are considered hazardous items. LPA observed the restroom to be in good condition. LPA Garcia asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The licensee stated she has 2 dogs, no poisons and no bodies of water, no firearms, and no weapons. LPA did observe 1 dog and dogs are kept isolated from the children in care. LPA did not observe poisons, firearms, weapons, nor bodies of water. The licensee was informed that if any poisons (ex; Drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately. LPA Garcia observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located near the kitchen and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and serviced on 4/13/26. LPA observed carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm located in the daycare room and dining room. The licensee tested the carbon monoxide and smoke alarm. LPA Garcia heard the sounds and are operable. LPA observed the first aid complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, and antiseptic wipes and located near the entrance of the home. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilize a corner of the day care room. Last drill conducted 4/16/26. LPA Garcia observed the outdoor (backyard) is not currently being utilized by children. The backyard has ongoing construction and licensee provided updated facility sketch showing it is off limits. Licensee will not allow children to play in the backyard until construction is completed and inspected by LPA. LPA Garcia observed licensee Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification dated 5/17/25 and Health and Safety certification dated 2/9/24 and licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, TB and Influenza. Licensee has completed the Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training dated 8/15/25 which is expired. Licensee will complete the training and submit the certification to LPA within 24 hours. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com LPA observed the following required postings: LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, LIC 999 Facility sketch, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and child car seat law poster, and license. LPA Garcia also, reviewed children roster, and staff files and were observed to be completed. 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 . Criminal Record Clearance - Family Child Care Homes 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. Safe Sleep - Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes 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-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. 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. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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. There were no deficiencies cited during this visit. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Carlota Garcia. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.