Routine inspection·May 13, 2025

On May 13, 2025, at 12:20PM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) A. Carter conducted an Unannounced Annual / Random inspection and met with licensee Luz Felix Medina . LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. Licensee was provided a copy of the Facility Entrance Checklist. All adults associated to the home were found to have criminal record clearance. There were (2) day care child in separate play yards present during today\342\200\231s inspection and (1) assistant. Licensee states that there are currently (11) children enrolled. Facility provides care to children ages 0 to 13 years old and is open for 24 hours, Monday through Friday. Licensee was advised care cannot be provided for a continuous 24 hour period. This is a single story home which consists of (3) bedrooms, (2) bathrooms, kitchen / dining area, laundry room, living room, front/back yard, and detached garage. Areas accessible to children are the living room (main care area), hallway bathroom, (1) bedroom used as activity room. Areas off limits to children and parents includes kitchen, (2) bedrooms, laundry room and a restroom located past the kitchen, and garage. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. LPA observed a safety gate separating areas used by children and off-limits area and safety knobs on doors making them inaccessible to children in care. All areas identified on the facility sketch as accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for the safety and comfort of the children. LPA observed required posted documentation in the main care living room which included: ..... Report Continues Page 1 of 4 .... .Page 2 of 4 Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA observed completed facility records including: LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan and Disaster drill log, last drill conducted on 04/15/25. Dual smoke/carbon monoxide detector located in the living room observed at facility at the time of inspection. LPA did not test due to children napping. LPA observed the AB10BC fire extinguisher with last service date of 02/27/25. Heating and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed a screened wall heater in the hallway. LPA did not observe any fireplaces in the home. LPA observed ceiling fans and a/c wall units for ventilation. The facility maintains telephone service via landline and cell phone. LPA observed age appropriate toys and learning materials available for children in care, free of loose and sharp parts. The children use the bathroom in the hallway. LPA did not observe hazards in the bathroom. Cabinet under the sink made inaccessible by safety latch. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications are stored in an off-limits area of the home inaccessible to children in care. The Licensee states that there are no poisons in the home. The 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. The isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked is the main care area, supervised away from the other children in care. Per licensee, food is provided for children in care. LPA reminded licensee that any food brought from the children\342\200\231s homes shall be labeled with child\342\200\231s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Per licensee, the children will have access to the backyard for outside play. LPA observed age appropriate toys for children in care such as play structures with slides, and balls. Per Licensee, children are supervised while playing outside LPA observed yard has grass and adequate perimeter fencing through-out the property. Play area is free of loose and sharp articles or objects and all trees, shrubs, and plants are maintained. There is 1 pet dog located on the side of the garage, inaccessible to children in care. Infant Care: Currently licensee has (2) infants enrolled. Each infant has their own crib. Infant mattresses were observed to be firm with tightly fitted sheets. LPA did not observe loose object, bumpers, objects hanging, or objects attached to the cribs. Napping equipment does not block entrances or exits. Licensee was advised Infants shall not be swaddled in care. Car seats shall only be used for transportation purposes and shall not be used for sleeping. LPA discussed the new Safe sleep regulation, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0 \342\200\223 24 months. ..... Page 3 of 4 Overnight Care : LPA discussed the following: Licensee is aware that they must remain awake while children are awake. If children sleep in separate area from licensee, the door must remain open. If licensee cannot hear children when they wake up, video or audio device can be used. Children\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, LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights, and documentation of 15-minute Infant Sleep Check (0-24 months). Staff records were reviewed: Licensee's and assistants\342\200\231 Pediatric CPR / First Aid valid until: 01/10/27. Staff had proof of required immunizations. All adults had proof of TB clearance. Licensee's and assistants\342\200\231 Mandated Reporter training was completed in 05/05/25 valid for 2 years. All adults had LIC 508 criminal record statement and LIC 9052 on file. During the inspection, children present was observed to be treated with dignity and respect, observed to be receiving safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment, and free from corporal and/or unusual punishment. \302\267 Licensee stated they do not have any children that needs medication administer, or any children with allergies in care at this time. \302\267 Licensee stated that there are no smokers in the home. \302\267 Licensee states there is (1) dogs in the home. \302\267 Licensee stated there are no weapons, or firearms in the home. \302\267 Licensee stated there are no bodies of water around the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water at time of inspection. 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 . 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-and-resources/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 22-02- 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, the LICENSEE Luz Felix Medina, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. There are no deficiencies cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Luz Felix Medina. Appeal Rights Given ..... 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