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Inspection visit

Follow-up on corrections

GRAHAM FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1980193643 citations on this visit
3 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Case management inspection conducted by Licensing Program Analysts Jennifer Hua and Veronica Martinez-Garza. LPAs arrived at the front door of faciltiy at 1:07pm, LPAs rang door bell and knocked on door but no one opened the door. LPAs could hear children inside. LPA Veronica walked to the side yard to check. At around 1:10pm Licensee Fallon Graham pulled up on the driveway and allowed LPAs in the home. The purpose of the visit was announced. Upon entry, LPAs observed 9 children in the day care room (family room) alone with assistant Jiovondra Cullins, 5 of whom are infants and 12 were preschool-age. Licensee stated that she had car trouble and she went to run her car because the mechanic is going to check her car because her car is stalling and she transports kids. At around 1:16pm, Licensee toured LPA Hua the rest of the home, LPA observed an infant laying on bouncer chair in an off limits bedroom by himself. Licensee stated that she does not know why the baby is in the off limits bedroom. At around 1:23pm, Licensee took LPA to check the garage and her vehicle which is parked outside the garage on the driveway, at that point, LPA Hua and licensee observed 7 preschool children were outside by themselves in front of the side gate. Prior to taking LPA outside to check the car, licensee was stalling, folding kids' blankets and said she needs to get situated, at that point LPA Hua insist that licensee and LPA go outside and fold the blankets later. Based on observations, deficiencies are cited on attached 809D. Licensee was informed that a Non-Compliance conference will be scheduled. Licensee will be notified of the date and time of the conference. The conference will be conducted in the Monterey Park Regional Office. Upon receipt of this report documenting a substantiated complaint allegation and a Type A deficiency, the licensee shall do the following: 1. Post the Notice of Site visit and any licensing report documenting a Type “A” deficiency. 2. The report and the Notice of Site visit shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required, will result in an immediate $100 civil penalty. 3. A copy of this report shall be provided to the parent/guardian of children currently enrolled by the next business day or immediately upon return. A copy of this report shall also be provided to the parent/guardian of any newly enrolled children for the next 12 months (1 year). 4. The Acknowledgement form (LIC 9224) must be maintained in each child’s file immediately upon receipt from parent. A copy of the parent Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports Form was provided during this visit. Exit interview was conducted with Fallon Graham, licensee, including, but not limited to Provider Rights, Appeal Procedures and Agencies Consultative Role. .

Citations

4 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 101416.3(a)(6)Type A

    Alterations to Existing Buildings or Grounds. Prior to making alterations or additions to a family child care home or grounds, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed changed, including, but not limited to, the following: Any changed from an area of the family child care home previously identified as "off limits" to an area where care and supervision will be provided to children in care.The requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed an infant was left alone laying on bouncer chair in an off limits bedroom. This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.

  • 102417(a)Type A

    OPERATION OF A FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

    Operation of a Family Child Care Home. The licensee shall be present in the home and shall ensure that children in care are supervised at all times. ie.... The requirement is not met as evidenced by.: LPA observed an infant was left alone in the off limits bedroom and 7 preschool age children were left unattend in front of the home by the side gate. s and a baby was left unattended in the off llimits bedroom. This poses an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care.

  • PERSONAL RIGHTS

    Personal Rights. Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridged by the licensee regardless of consent or authorization from the child's authorized representative. These rights include, but are not limited to, the following: to receive safe, healthful To receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment. The requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed 5 bouncer chairs on the premise. This poses an immediate tisk to health and safety of children in care

  • STAFFING RATIO AND CAPACITY

    Staffing Ratio and Capacity. If no assistant provider is present at a Large Family Child Care Home, then the licensee shall comply with the capacity requirements for a Small Family Child Care Home as specified in subsections (b) and (c). The requirement is not met as evidenced by: Upon arrival at 1:07pm, LPAs observed assistant was alone with 17 children, 5 of whom are infants and 12 are of preschool-age. This poses an immediate risk to the health & safety of children in care. This is the 3rd citation issued within 1 month.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the February 15, 2023 inspection of GRAHAM FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a other inspection of GRAHAM FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 15, 2023. 3 citations were issued: 3 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to GRAHAM FAMILY CHILD CARE on February 15, 2023?

Yes, 3 citations were issued (3 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Alterations to Existing Buildings or Grounds. Prior to making alterations or additions to a family child care home or gr..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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