Routine inspection·March 27, 2026

On 3/27/2026 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Monica Ruiz conducted an unannounced annual random inspection of the facility noted above. LPA was greeted by Licensee, Teresa Agredano. LPA Ruiz presented identification, disclosed the purpose of the inspection to Licensee and provided LIC126- Entrance Checklist. Licensee states that there are currently eight (8) children enrolled, and two (2) children are absent today. Also, present was Licensee’s assistant and parents. All individuals present or living in the home have obtained criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing, or volunteering in a licensed home. Regulation regarding visitors was discussed. LPA Ruiz informed Licensee that any changes to the facility’s hours of operation, people providing care to day care children, or changes to the home, must be reported to Licensing immediately. The children's roster was reviewed and is current. Adults in the home were discussed, and all have criminal record clearance. Per Licensee, the facility’s hours of operation are 6:00am-5:00pm, Monday – Friday. Emergency Disaster Plan, License, and Parents’ Rights were observed to be posted on the parent board by the playroom at the time of inspection. Disaster drill log was also available during today’s inspection, last disaster drill conducted on 3/16/2026. This is a two-story home which consists of 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living rooms/1 converted play area, dining room, kitchen, garage, and back yard (fenced). Areas accessible to children include the living room/playroom, 1 bathroom (inside the playroom), kitchen (only for lunch) and back yard (fenced) for play. page 1 Per Licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include the entire second floor which consists of 5 bedrooms, one bathroom, front living room, dining room, and garage. LPA observed a gate at the bottom of the stairs making the entire second floor inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no pets on the premises, and none were observed on this day. Per licensee, family members residing in the home are 4 adults and 0 minors. All areas identified on the facility sketch were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety and comfort of the children. There is a working telephone maintained in the home. The living room/play room is used as the main day care area. LPA observed age-appropriate toys such as blocks, books, art supplies, dramatic play materials, and sensory toys all free of loose and sharp parts . LPA observed 4 day-care children napping on mats during this inspection. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home. Licensee does understand that poison must be locked. The Licensee was advised that inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Personal Rights of children were observed by LPA at time of inspection. Licensee states that children play outside in the backyard daily when the weather permits. LPA Ruiz toured the backyard and observed a toddler sized play structure and slide, and a dramatic play house, all in good condition, free of loose, sharp, or pointed parts. Trees, grass, shrubs, and plants are maintained. The backyard is fully fenced along the perimeter. There is an off-limits garage and ADU with a separate address in the backyard. LPA was reminded licensee that 100% supervision is required at all times when children are playing outside. Licensee provides food for children in care. Licensee provides breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks. Licensee works with Options food program and MAOF. Licensee states that a sick child can rest on the couch in the living room, until their parents can pick them up and that they use physical distancing to keep sick children isolated. page 2 Per Licensee, there are no weapons or firearms in the home, and none were observed during this inspection. Licensee states there are no pools or bodies of water on the premises, and none were observed on this day. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and has the date 4-11-25 written on the bottom by Licensee. Fire extinguishers are to be serviced or replaced annually. Licensee was informed of the requirement to maintain proof of purchase or service tag for inspection by Licensing. Licensee was advised to keep the receipt of purchase taped to the fire extinguisher or to maintain the record of service or purchase on file, readily available for Licensing. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were not tested due to children napping. LPA observed First Aid Kit to be stored in kitchen pantry and was inventoried for necessary supplies. LPA Ruiz reminded Licensee that a fully qualified assistant must be present at the facility in her absence. The following were discussed: Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. NO smoking, NO infant walkers, NO Johnny jumpers, NO saucer chairs, NO incline sleepers and any other item that falls into that category are permitted in the facility. Effective January 1, 2010, licensees of family child care homes are required to ensure that at least one staff member with current training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR is on site at all times when children are present. AB 1207 : Beginning on January 1, 2018, this law requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. Volunteers are encouraged but not required to take the training. Website: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/ Senate Bill 792 : this bill, commencing September 1, 2016, prohibits a person from being employed or volunteering at a child care facility or family day care if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis and measles. LPA discussed the influenza waiver during the visit. 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 . (page 2) Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and facility representative 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 also informed licensee and facility representative 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. 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. 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. At this time, the Licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Teresa Agredano.