complaint·August 22, 2024

LPAs interviewed five (5) staff at the facility. Three (3) staff stated they have seen rodents outside the facility, in the preschool twos playground, and in the outside front entrance. LPAs interviewed five (5) preschool children, none of the five children interviewed disclosed any information that could support the allegation. Based on LPAs observation in the two\342\200\231s playground, there was a foul odor right when you exit the door from the inside. LPAs saw droppings in the perimeter of the outdoor space. Photos of the droppings were taken during inspection. The facility provided LPAs with facility work order including pest control and maintenance. Based on the LPA\342\200\231s observations and conducted interviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. A substantiated finding means that the complaint is substantiated, and the allegations are valid because the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met. See LIC9099D for 1 Type B deficiency. An exit interview was conducted with Director Vanessa Stahl. The Notice of Site Visit was posted during the visit. The director was informed that the Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100. The director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. First-level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. Page 2 of 2