Routine inspection·August 20, 2025

On Wednesday August 20, 2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joanne Solorio Campos conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with licensee, Melisa Agramon whom the purpose of the visit was explained, and guided LPA Solorio Campos on a tour of the facility. LPA observed 2 children present. LPA observed facility to be within ratio. Licensee stated she has a total of 6 children enrolled. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 6:00a.m-10:00pm and care for children ages 0 to 13 years old. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room and front yard(fenced). The children use the bathroom located through the kitchen, the living room, dining room and front yard. Per licensee, areas off limits to children include: 2 bedrooms, and the kitchen(when bathroom is not in use), which is blocked off by a gate making it inaccessible to the children. Family members residing in the home were discussed (criminal record clearances on file). The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. LPA inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone and landline). For ventilation, LPA observed central A/C and the vents located in the ceiling. LPA observed the furniture, manipulatives, books, soft plush toys, puzzles, art materials and other age-appropriate materials that were well maintained and free of loose, sharp, and pointed parts. LPA Solorio Campos asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, or weapons. The licensee stated she does have one dog which is kept locked in the off limits bedroom and does not have any of the other mentioned above and LPA did not observe any. 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 observed cleaning compounds items, stored in a hallway closet and and observed a childproof lock in place, making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA observed the knives and sharp objects stored inside a top drawer with a childproof lock making it inaccessible for children to open. The licensee stated the facility provides breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner and utilizes the CDA food program . LPA informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides water and LPA observed purified water jugs. Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication. LPA Solorio Campos entered the bathroom and observed a working toilet, working sink with hand soap and the bottom sink cabinet was closed with an operable child proof lock. LPA reminded licensee and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children. LPA Solorio-Campos observed the front yard area that is utilized by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the play yard to be fully fenced. A small water fountain was observed to be located next to the front door area and is blocked off by a gate making inaccessible to the children in care. LPA observed children\342\200\231s play materials to be free of sharp, pointed, broken parts. LPA observed two age appropriate climbing structures and both with material underneath that could absorb a fall. The area was observed to be clean and free of debris. At time of inspection, LPA Solorio Campos observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the living room and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and las serviced on 9/24/24. LPA observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm combined and located in the living room and bedrooms as well as a single smoke detector in the hallway and all were operable. LPA observed the first aid kit in the living room area to be complete with a thermometer, band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, antiseptic wipes and scissors. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilizes the side nook room in the living room area. LPA observed the last emergency drill conducted on 7/11/25 . LPA Solorio Campos observed licensee\342\200\231s Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification and expires 12/21/26 , and licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Licensee has completed the Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training and expires 2/1/26. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com LPA Solorio Campos observed the following required postings in the entry way of the facility; License, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and LIC 999 Facility sketch. LPA also reviewed children\342\200\231s roster, children files including sleep logs. LPA observed the files to be complete. 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 . 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. 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/ . Family Child Care Homes 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, the 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 Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with Melisa Agramon. Appeal Rights were provided and discussed. `