Routine inspection·September 29, 2025

On September 29, 2025, at 11:40a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Keneisha Dunlap arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an unannounced Annual Inspection. LPA Dunlap announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry into the facility by Licensee- Patricia Arroyo. There are 6 children enrolled, and 3 children present at the time of inspection. The hours of operation are Monday- Friday from 6:00a.m.-6:00p.m. All adults in the home were discussed and background and fingerprinted cleared. This is a one story home that consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 and 1/2 bathrooms, 2 living room, kitchen, laundry area, front yard (fenced) and a car port. Off limit areas include a living room, kitchen, 2 bathrooms, 2 bedrooms, laundry area, part of the front yard area and the car port. The License, Earthquake Disaster Checklist (LIC9148), Disaster Plan (LIC610A), and PUB 394 (Parent's Rights) were all observed to be posted. The Licensee maintains a current LIC 9040 (facility roster). The most recent disaster drill was conducted on September 2, 2025, and documented in the disaster drill log. Living Room (Main Care Area): This area has tile floors with area rugs throughout the room, mounted TV, cubbies for children’s belongings. There are designated areas for dramatic play, language arts, manipulative items, cozy furnishings, age-appropriate toys, and age-appropriate chairs & tables. There is a changing station location in this area, two highchairs, and four cribs. The children nap in this area. There is a baby gate separating off limits area making it inaccessible to children in care. LPA Dunlap observed all furnishings, equipment, and materials were in good condition. Bathroom: The bathroom features an operable toilet, and sink. The Licensee has no cleaning or personal hygiene items stored in cabinets underneath the sink in this area making it inaccessible to children in care. The cots are stored in this area. Page 1 of 4 Outdoor Play Area (Front Yard): The front yard has artificial grass, shaded area, bikes, picnic tables, dramatic play items, and age-appropriate toys, tables and chairs. There is a gate with a latch with a lock making it inaccessible to children in care. There is an area in the yard that has adult-sized patio furniture in the area that is blocked off with a baby gate making it inaccessible to children in care. LPA Dunlap observed all furnishings, equipment, and materials were in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The home is ventilated by HVAC. There is also a mounted cooler in the main care area. An operable fire system alarm and siren located in the main care area. LPA Dunlap observed 2A 10BC fire extinguisher with a service tag dated July 18, 2025, hung in the main care area. LPA Dunlap observed a carbon monoxide detector. LPA Dunlap observed a smoke detector. The Licensee confirmed the following: Meals are provided for children. A cell phone is used for communication. The facility does not currently administer medication. Sick children are isolated in the main care area by the door. There are no firearms or ammo in the home. There are no smokers in the home. Transportation is provided for children. A first aid kit is available. There are no large bodies of water on the premises. There are no pets on the premises. Staff Files Page 2 of 4 Staff #1's file contains all required licensing documents and their immunization record. CPR certification expires on June 14, 2027. Mandated Reporter training expires on August 31, 2027. Children Files Child #1 file contains all required licensing documents and their immunization record. LPA Dunlap observed current and complete logs. 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 Licensee- Patricia Arroyo 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- Patricia Arroyo and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Licensee- Patricia Arroyo of the importance of checking for 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 Page 3 of 4 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-carecenters/ . Licensee- Patricia Arroyo 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- Patricia Arroyo confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. No deficiencies issued during today’s visit. Appeal rights explained and given to Licensee- Patricia Arroyo. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee- Patricia Arroyo. Page 4 of 4