Routine inspection·November 25, 2025

On November 25, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lilli Babcock conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Licensee, Dianne Middleton, to whom the reason for the visit was explained. LPA observed 3 children in care and Licensee's two children who live in the home present at the time of arrival. Per Licensee, there are nine children currently enrolled. The licensee was observed to be operating within the license capacity limitations at the time of inspection. Licensee states that Licensee and two children are currently living in the home. All adults living in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance. This is a single-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, laundry/wash area, playroom/naproom, front yard, and fenced back yard with a pool and detached garage. The children have access to one bedroom and one bathroom (located off the hallway by the front door), living room, playroom/naproom, and backyard (excluding fenced pool area and garage). Areas off limits to children include the front yard, two bedrooms, one bathroom, kitchen, laundry/wash room, fenced in pool area and detached garage. An updated facility sketch for the home was obtained during this visit, as the other facility sketch show the playroom/naproom listed as a bedroom and was listed as off-limits on the previous facility sketch Page 1 of 5 Licensee guided analyst on a tour of the facility. During this visit, all areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were toured and inspected and the following was observed. Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted in the entry hallway. There is telephone service via a cellphone and landline. Per licensee, hours of operation are from 6:00AM to 5:00 AM Sunday to Saturday and will not exceed 24-hour care at any time. Licensee states she cares for children birth to 16 years of age. There are mini splits and a wall air conditioning unit to provide air and heating in the home. LPA observed a fireplace in the living room and playroom/naproom which are screened making it inaccessible to children. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children at the time of inspection. Per Licensee, there are no poisons on the premises, and none were observed on this day. LPA advised that any poisons should be locked under key or combination lock. Licensee states that there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home, and none were observed on this day. The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 2/22/25, as indicated on the service tag. 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 was 11/21/25. Page 2 of 5 The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available. There are age-appropriate toys available for children. Appropriate sleeping arrangements in form of playpen, mats and crib were observed. Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed an in-ground swimming pool in the backyard. LPA observed the swimming pool does not have the required rescue pole with a body hook and a minimum fixed length of 12 feet or the required life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches and labeled as approved by the United States Coast Guard or the required pool alarm that meets ASTM International Standard F2208. Per Licensee, children in care do not and will not use the swimming pool. Children\342\200\231s records were reviewed, including emergency information. Licensee\342\200\231s records were reviewed. LPA observed that the Licensee does have a Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file with expiration on 10/23/26. The Licensee has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The Licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR training with the American Red Cross expires on 9/20/26 according to the card. LPA issued an LIC 857, Children\342\200\231s Record Review, and LIC 859, Staff Record Review to the licensee which documents staff and children\342\200\231s files reviewed during this inspection. Per Licensee, there are no pets on the premises. 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 child care facility. Page 3 of 5 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. 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. Page 4 of 5 During the exit interview, the Licensee Dianne Middleton, 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 the LPA observations and interview, 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, Dianne Middleton. Page 5 of 5