Routine inspection·March 6, 2026

On 3/6/2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Naves conducted an unannounced required visit to the Family Childcare Home (FCCH) listed above. During the visit, LPA met the licensee Alcira Alvarez and explained the purpose of the visit and was granted entry. Present in the home during today was Licensee and an assistant supervising six children (2 infants and 4 preschool-aged children). All adults present at the FCCH have received fingerprint clearance from the department. The FCCH operates within its capacity and in accordance with the required ratio of staff to children. A dog was present in the home and is fully vaccinated. Daycare Areas : Living room, Balcony adjacent to living room (not currently in use due to hole in balcony floor) Full bathroom, Half bathroom, and Bedroom #2. Off Limit Area(s): Bedroom #1, Kitchen, and Closet in the hallway. The licensee understands that off-limits areas may not be used for childcare during business hours. Licensees hours of operation are Monday- Friday 7:30am-5:30pm. Licensee provides a meal service for children in care. Breakfast, lunch and snack. Licensee currently uses a nearby park as outdoor time for children. Lic 126 Entrance Checklist was provided to licensee. LPA and the licensee conducted an inspection to identify any potential health and safety hazards. LPA observed that the indoor daycare areas appeared to be clean and orderly. LPA observed that the indoor daycare areas were equipped with age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials. The FCCH is well-lit, ventilated, and free of hazards that could endanger children. cont pg 2 >>>> page 2 The FCCH is equipped with a fully stocked first aid kit, a functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector, (not tested due to children napping) and a fully charged fire extinguisher. LPA observed that all garbage cans and power outlets were appropriately covered. LPA found that all cleaning products were stored out of children\342\200\231s reach and made inaccessible. LPA observed that no equipment, such as walkers, bouncers, or similar objects, was present in the FCCH. LPA observed a safety gate surrounding the balcony. According to the licensee, no firearms or weapons are on the premises. LPA observed that the FCCH has no pools, spas, or other bodies of water LPA observed that the FCCH has a specific sleeping/resting area for children. The areas were equipped with playpens, cots, mattresses, and blankets, which appeared to be comfortable and safe for the children to sleep in. LPA also observed a clean diaper-changing station in the Full Bathroom, complete with wipes and diapers. The infant mattresses appeared to be firm and covered with a fitted sheet appropriate to their size. The sheet appeared to fit tightly on the mattress and overlapped the underside. LPA observed a napping child with a pacifier with an attached toy, LPA reminded licensee pacifiers must not have anything attached to them. The LPA observed that all required documents, such as the facility license, the Notification of Parental Rights, were displayed in the FCCH.LPA provided licensee with the Earthquake Preparedness Checklist to add to required postings. According to the licensee, the most recent emergency drill was conducted in December 27,2025 and was properly logged as confirmed by the LPA's review of the log. The LPA reviewed the records of both the children and staff members. According to the licensee, she carries Markell childcare insurance. The LPA reviewed all 6 children's records and found all necessary documents, including their Immunization Record, Identification/Emergency Information, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, and Notification of Parents\342\200\231 Rights. The LPA reviewed the sleeping records of the two children under two and determined that the data was properly recorded. Following a review of the staff records, LPA found that the licensee and the licensee's assistant possess a current certification in Pediatric First Aid/CPR. cont pg 3>>>> page 3 The licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification expires on 2/2028. Licensees Mandated Reporter training certificate expires 3/2026. LPA found staff files to be complete with all required documents and immunizations. 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. 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/ . LPAs 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-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPAs also informed licensee 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. 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 confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPAs completed the RSO profile in FAS. cont pg 4 >>>> page 4 On this date, 3/5/26, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. 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 . The 80/20 attendance expectation was discussed with licensee stated that they understand that they are the primary person responsible for operating and providing care and supervision to the children, regardless if the licensee hires helpers or assistants to work with them. Licensee understands that they may only be absent from the home no more than twenty percent of the operating hours. During the twenty percent absence licensee understands that they may designate another person to provide care and supervision to the children who is qualified with Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training, has obtained criminal record clearances, child abuse index checks, a TB test with results, immunizations as required by law, and has a signed Criminal Record Statement and Acknowledgement to Report Suspected Child Abuse forms. No deficiencies were cited during todays visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. A copy of today\342\200\231s report was given to the Licensee Alcira Alvarez. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Alcira Alvarez