Routine inspection·October 16, 2025

On 10/16/25 at 10:00am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Stephanie Li conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. A risk assessment was conducted upon entry. LPA met with Licensee Monica Solorzano, who led LPA on a tour of the facility. There were 8 children and 2 adults present upon arrival. Per Licensee, there is currently 18 children enrolled. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. This is a one-story home which consists of 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, basement, attic, garage (day care room), guest house, backyard (fenced). The children use the day care room (garage), guest house, and backyard. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, wash room, living room, basement, and attic. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm. LPA observed all off limits areas were inaccessible during operating hours. All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Per licensee, no firearms are stored in the home. Licensee has an in ground swimming pool (Photos taken) in the back yard with no gate around it, however a pool cover that holds the weight of the licensee is in place. (LPA observed the licensee walk across the pool with no seeping water and observed the pool cover has ASTM-Standards MET label on there) Licensee was not aware of 2025 AB2866 Pool requirements and does not have a US coast guard approved life ring or 12 ft pole with body hook. A deficiency is being issued, see page LIC809D. During visit, licensee created daily inspection pool log and noted drowning prevention items to be checked and printed log to implement daily inspections. Page 1 of 4 The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection. Cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Per licensee, there are no poisons kept in the home. The restroom that children use was observed to be safe and sanitary. There is telephone service via cellphone that stays at the facility during operation hours. The home is observed to be clean and orderly with central ac unit and heat. There are toys and other age appropriate materials available for children. Licensee closes at 1pm and children do not nap at facility. There are first aid supplies available. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the main entry way of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights, (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form, and Car seat PUB. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, and document the date and time of each drill. Log was observed on parent board, last drill conducted 4/16/2025. A drill is due as of today. Per licensee, she will conduct drill with children tomorrow. LPA observed the required 3A 40 BC fire extinguisher, last purchased 8/2022 as indicated on receipt. LPA reminded licensee that fire extinguisher needs to be 2A10BC or larger and serviced every year or purchased every year and retain the receipt. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time . The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed the back fence behind the guest house lead into the neighbors garage and advised to barricade the side gates on both sides of the guest house to restrict access. LPA observed the outdoor yard to have appropriate toys and other materials for children to use. Licensee has 2 small dogs that stay indoors and on the back deck. Children and adult records were available to review. Licensee has CPR/First aid exp 12/2026. Licensee has current Mandated Reporter AB 1207 Training Certificate exp 3/29/2027. Page 2 of 4 Licensee stated IMS is being provided at this time. 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 stated that one child has an epi-pen for peanut allergy. LPA advised her about a medication plan/statement and requesting from parents and physician an anaphylaxis emergency care plan form. LPA emailed FARE form to licensee. 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. Megan\342\200\231s Law - Family Child Care Homes During the exit interview, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov 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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California Page 3 of 4 Based on Licensing staff observations and interview, 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. Exit interview conducted, report, and appeal rights were reviewed with Licensee Monica Solorzano. Page 4 of 4