Routine inspection·September 5, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Alicia Mooberry conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection on this date. Upon arrival at 8:35 LPA met with Victoria Palmer, Licensee, informed of the purpose of inspection and provided form LIC 126, Inspection Entrance Checklist. The Licensee provided tour of facility. LPA inspected rooms/areas on the facility sketch in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access. Per licensee the current hours of care provided are Monday \342\200\223 Friday 6:00am - 7:30pm. The licensee is currently operating overnight care as needed, LPA discussed with licensee that "Overnight Care" means care being provided to children anytime between the hours of 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. Care provided during the day and overnight combined shall not exceed 24 hours from the time the child entered care. There were 4 children present, including 0 infants. Also present was Adult #1, who resides in home but does not assist with daycare and Jessica Hogans, Assistant. All adults present and residing in the home were discussed, noted and have been cleared and associated. This is a two-story home which consists of 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, den, front yard and backyard (fenced). LPA observed that there is a fireplace between the den and dining room areas and it is screened. Per licensee, the areas used by children include: The den (main childcare area), living room, dining room, Bedroom 1/nursery (located to the left upon entry to home (in hallway), bathroom (Hallway next to Bedroom 2), kitchen and the backyard. Off limit areas: 1st Level Bedrooms 2 and 3 (in hallway next to bathroom), Attached garage (accessible through kitchen). 2nd level: 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Backyard also has a detached shed. ---- Page 1 \342\200\223 Report Continues LPA observed the facility license, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form posted in wall by entrance. Licensee was advised/reminded to post the required posted documentation in a location visible to parent/guardians of children in care. LPA reviewed Children\342\200\231s Roster form LIC 9040 and Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A). Last Earthquake drill 8/16/24. LPA reminded licensee to keep daycare home clean and orderly to ensure the safety and comfort of children in care. LPA observed stacked papers, items and boxes on tables in living room, dining room and backyard. Per licensee, they are in the process of remodeling. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. Fire extinguisher indicated fully charged and was serviced on 8/11/25. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available. LPA observed that cleaning compounds are in the kitchen and bathroom cabinets inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom that children use is located observed to be clean and free of hazards. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be locked, not only inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Per Licensee, children that become ill while in care are separated from the other children and wait in the Den to be picked up. The back yard used as outdoor play area was inspected, there is a large shed and small shed used for storage. LPA observed the following hazards: a functioning refrigerator that is easily opened (had food items and mold growing on the seals of door), a chainsaw on top of a 4.5 ft bar posing a potential risk to health and safety of children in care. LPA advised licensee to constantly inspect the backyard for any hazards including sharp or pointy things, chipped paint/wood, or animal dropping. Avoid leaving boxes for long period of time since they can attract insects and vermin. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other age appropriate materials. There is a preschool two-level plastic swing set and slide, foam squares and grass are uses under structure to cushion a fall. The facility does not have a pool or similar bodies of water. Per licensee, there are no pets in the home. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed for completeness. Staff records were reviewed, licensee and staff 1 have Mandated reporter training requiring to be renewed. Two out of two staff have not renewed the Pediatric CPR/1st aid training, posing a potential risk to the health and safety of children in care. --Page 2 of 3 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. The provider is currently caring for 1 infant. 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, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Based on the LPA's observations and records review 4 B deficiencies will be cited today in accordance with California Title 22 Regulations. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were discussed and provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Victoria Palmer.