Non-compliance follow-up·May 25, 2023

On 5/25/23 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Alicia Mooberry and Rosaura Valenzuela conducted an unannounced Case Management inspection in Spanish as requirement of the three (3) years probation beginning on 10/07/21. LPA arrived at 2:45 at the facility and met with Gabriela Hinojosa-Reyes, Assistant. There were six (6) daycare children (including 1 infant) napping in the childcare room. At approximately 2:50pm, Fernando Benitez(A1), Licensee's adult relative arrived with licensee's minor child. Record review shows that A1 has a background clearance that is closed. The licensee provided a DOJ clearance document. LPA will further review the background clearance and determine if a deficiency is warranted and will to be cited at a later visit. The licensee will have A1 move out of the home until background clearance received.. LPA's toured the facility. Sandra Benitez arrived at the facility at approximately 3:00pm. LPA observed that there are safety gates at the base of the stairs leading to the 2nd floor. There are also gates at entrances to the kitchen and in the doorway leading to the hallway and bathroom. Sandra Benitez, Licensee, who provided a tour of the facility. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. Licensee stated A1 moved into the home about a month a half ago. Licensee did not report the change in household this poses a potential risk to the health and safety of persons in care. All areas on the facility sketch that are accessible to children in care were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPAs observed that the cabinet in the bathroom that holds cleaning supplies did not have the safety lock, this can be a potential risk the the health and safety of children in care. Licensee CPR/First Aid expires 09/2023. The required posting including the facility license and Parent's Rights poster were observed in a prominent location in the living room. LPA inspected the enclosed outdoor play area. LPA reminded licensee to ensure the gate leading to the side yard is always closed and locked. Based on record reviews and LPA observations, deficiencies were cited during this inspection. Exit interview conducted with licensee, Sandra Benitez.