Routine inspection·March 3, 2026

On 03/03/26 at 8:35am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Diana Ortiz conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Licensee, Mary Tarpley-Pelham, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. LPA observed five (5) children present at the time of inspection. Per Licensee, there are currently 10 children enrolled. A current children\342\200\231s roster was available for review. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 5am-6pm. The licensee was observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations at the time of inspection. LIC 126 Entrance Checklist was provided to Licensee. LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the main entry way of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. This is a single-story home, that consists of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, office, kitchen, living room, dining room, attached garage, front yard, and backyard. Currently residing in the home there are three adults and no minor children. There was a total of three (3) adults present during this inspection, licensee, and two assistants. All adults present at time of inspection are fingerprint cleared and associated to facility in Guardian. Areas accessible to children and parents were inspected as follows: Living room (day care area), Dining area, Kitchen, one bathroom, one bedroom located in hallway, and back yard. Page 1 of 4 Areas off limits include: two bedrooms, one office, one bathroom, attached garage and front yard. During this visit, all areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were toured and inspected. Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed the outdoor yard to have appropriate toys and other materials for children to use. LPA did not observe any objects that can pose a danger to children in the outdoor yard. Per licensee, she is part of the Options for learning program and provides breakfast, lunch, and PM snack for children in care. Per Licensee, there are no pets in the home and LPA did not observe any at the time of inspection. Per Licensee, the ill/isolation area is in the bedroom/daycare room. There is an area in the room where the children will wait for parents or authorized representatives to pick them up. There are cots and mats available for ill children to rest if needed. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. LPA advised that any poison should be locked under key or combination lock. Per Licensee, there are no weapons, firearms in the home and there are no bodies of water around the premises. LPA did not observe any weapons/firearms, or bodies of water around the premises at time of inspection. At 9am, LPA observed that the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged, however, per licensee, the fire extinguisher was purchased on 02/06/2025 and receipt was attached. Advised Licensee that fire extinguishers should be serviced or purchased yearly. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and were operable on this day. All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 01/05/2026. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available near the entrance of the home. LPA observed that there are age-appropriate toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of mats and cots were observed. Page 2 of 4 Child\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, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. However, file for Child #1 (C#1) was missing at the time of inspection. Licensee file was reviewed for the following: LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification expires 10/05/2026 for licensee. Mandated Reporter Training has been completed and expires on 03/03/2027 for licensee. After review of two (2) assistants files, file for Staff #2 (S#2) has an expired mandated reporter with an expiration date of 11/2025. This poses a potential risk to the health and safety for children in care. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home. LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family childcare facility. 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 and removing any 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. Page 3 of 4 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 Mary Pelham, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. 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 . Based on Licensing staff observations and records review, 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 and report was reviewed with the licensee Mary Pelham. Page 4 of 4