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ROTERING, HEATHER FAMILY CHILD CARELicense 2439101771 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Based upon information gathered through interviews, the evidence standard has been met that adults in the home used an inappropriate form of discipline, therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED . Per California Code of Regulations Title 22 Division 12 Chapter 3, the following deficiency is being cited (see LIC 9099-D). An exit interview was conducted with Ms. Heather Rotering. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided and discussed with Ms. Rotering. Notice of Site Visit to be posted for 30 days. Although the above allegations may have happened or are valid, there is no preponderance to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED . Per California Code of Regulation Title 22 Division 12 Chapter 3, no deficiencies are being cited today. Exit interview conducted with Licensee Heather Rotering. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights were provided and discussed with licensee. Notice of Site Visit to be posted for 30 days.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 102423(a)(4)Type B

    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... (4) To be free from corporal or unusual punishment, infliction of pain, humiliation, intimidation, ridicule, coercion, threat, mental abuse, or other actions of a punitive nature, including, but not limited to: interference with eating, sleeping or toileting; or withholding shelter, clothing, medication or aids to physical functioning. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews, it was determined that licensee and Assistants have been placing children on timeouts by making children sit on the carpet cross legged, with their hands behind their backs, and their heads bowed as part of their discipline. This poses as a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.

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FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the June 12, 2025 inspection of ROTERING, HEATHER FAMILY CHILD CARE?

This was a complaint inspection of ROTERING, HEATHER FAMILY CHILD CARE on June 12, 2025. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to ROTERING, HEATHER FAMILY CHILD CARE on June 12, 2025?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridg..."

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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