Routine inspection·October 17, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Darnella Barnes conducted an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose was explained to the licensee Renee Kennedy, who granted access and received the Entrance Checklist (LIC 126). The facility operates Monday \342\200\223 Friday 7:00am- 5:30pm.. Required postings were visible, and the last fire/disaster drill was on 7/18/25, The licensee was reminded of the six-month drill and documentation requirement. Licensee, daughter Stephanie Kennedy, son Nicholas Kennedy, and ten children were present. LPA discussed with Licensee capacity and ratio requirements, supervision regulations, mandated reporting responsibilities, and that children's rights cannot be waived All adults 18 and older associated with the facility, including residents and volunteers, have fingerprint clearances. 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 Childcare 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. Licensee is aware of the illness regulations. -----CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGES ---- Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) toured the facility. Inside off-limits areas include 4 rooms, bathroom and kitchen. LPA observed children engaged in outdoor play in the backyard, where age-appropriate play equipment was available. Home was clean, well-ventilated, and furnished with age-appropriate, safe toys, equipment, and materials. A fully charged 2A-10B-C fire extinguisher was observed, last serviced 11/17/24. Smoke and carbon monoxide detector was tested and found to be operational. A working telephone was also present. All hazardous items, including cleaning compounds, detergents, poisons, and medications, were stored inaccessible to children. The home was free from observable defects or conditions that could pose a danger to children in care. The Licensee confirmed there were no firearms on the premises and that smoking is prohibited. The outdoor areas were inspected. Off limit areas include both sides of the home that are gated. Outside is enclosed with fencing at least four feet high. Licensee was reminded to notify Licensing prior to making any changes to the home or yard . Licensee does not have a current Mandated Reporter Certification; therefore, a Type B citation was issued and noted on the attached LIC809D. LPA reminded the licensee that both CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter certifications must be renewed every two years to maintain compliance. Five children\342\200\231s files were reviewed and contained all required forms, including the Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance for Family Child Care Home (LIC282). The Licensee was reminded that if transportation is provided in the future, a valid driver\342\200\231s license is required, children may not be left unattended in vehicles, and appropriate car seats or booster seats must be used . Safe Sleep Information was discussed, and licensee was reminded that an Individual Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) is a required for each infant up to 12 months old, with nap checks documented until age two. Cribs and play yards must be free of loose items, bumper pads, and hanging objects and mattresses must be firm, properly fitted, and have fitted sheets. Licensee understands that no baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers are allowed. ----CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGES ----. 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 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 reminded Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, inspection the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care- licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. 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)/ (8004314-0383 (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 childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Car seats and booster seats must be available for safe transportation. 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 inspection the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . -----CONTINUE ON NEXT PAGE --- During the exit interview, the Licensee confirmed no Registered Sex Offenders reside at the facility. The LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS on 10/16/25. A search of the California Attorney General-Megan\342\200\231s Law website found no registered sex offenders at the facility address. During today\342\200\231s inspection, a \342\200\234Type B\342\200\235 deficiency is issued on attached 809-D. Appeal rights provided. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Janet Sullivan -----END OF REPORT -----