Inspection visit

ComplaintMarch 5, 2026

ALVARADO FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 1980219861 citation on this visit

1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Per initial complaint report, the complainant reported that the Licensee does not ensure children are treated with respect. During interviews conducted, in regards to the above allegation, RP stated C1 was not treated with respect, as S1 and S2 made fun of C1s name during a birthday celebration. During interviews conducted with staff, S1 and S2 stated they did not ensure C1 was treated with respect during a birthday celebration at the facility as S1 and S2 disclosed they purposely wrote C1s name incorrectly on the hat during the celebration. LPAs were unable to conduct interview with C1 due to C1 not being present at the facility each time LPAs were present. Based on LPAs observations and interviews conducted and record reviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. The following deficiency listed on the attached LIC 9099D (deficiency page) is being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiency that is being cited needs to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety. LPAs Mariah Aguirre and Mary Silva informed Licensee, Jennifer Alvarado that this report dated 03/05/2026 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk to the health and safety of children in care. LPAs Mariah Aguirre and Mary Silva informed the Licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 03/05/2026 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report, A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Jennifer Alvarado.

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.

102402(a)(3)Type A
REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION OF A LICENSE OR REGISTRATION
Conduct in the operation...which is inimical to the health, morals, welfare, or safety of...individual in or receiving services from the facility or the people of the State of California.This requirement was not met evidenced by: Based on information discovered during an investigation, Licensee’s misconduct failed to maintain required standards of care and operation which poses an immediate health and safety risk to children in care.
102415(j)(1)Type B
The provider shall supervise infants while they are sleeping and adhere to the following requirements: The provider shall physically check on the infant every 15 minutes. This requirement was not met as evidence by: discovered during an investigation, Licensee’s did not maintain 15 minute log for infant in care, which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care.
102423(a)(2)Type A
PERSONAL RIGHTS
Personal Rights: (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded with the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodation, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: During Interviews P4 disclosed that Licensee provides care in the garage of the home, after being told by Los Angeles Fire Department and Child Care Licensing does not permit use of the garage as a daycare space. Per P4 there is no air conditioning in the garage, resulting in their child being sweaty and experiencing discomfort. This possesses an immediate risk to health and safety to children in care. During Interviews P4 disclosed that Licensee provides care in the garage of the home. Per P4 there is no air conditioning in the garage, resulting in their child being sweaty and experiencing discomfort.
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102423(a)(1)Type A
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: (1)To be treated with dignity in his/her personal relationship with staff and other persons. This requirement is not met as evidence by: During Interviews and Record Review, Staff did not treat C1 in a respectful manner as S1 and S2 purposely wrote C1s name incorrectly.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 5, 2026 inspection of ALVARADO FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a complaint inspection of ALVARADO FAMILY CHILD CARE on March 5, 2026. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to ALVARADO FAMILY CHILD CARE on March 5, 2026?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Conduct in the operation...which is inimical to the health, morals, welfare, or safety of...individual in or receiving s..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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Complaint·March 5, 2026