complaint·November 20, 2025

Regarding allegation (1) Facility did not administer medication as prescribed. On the date of 10/27/2025 the LPA conducted observations of the classrooms. LPA conducted parent and staff interviews. LPA reviewed the needs and services plan, daily reports confirming medication administration, and LIC9166 Nebulizer care consent verification form. LPA reviewed medication binder located at the facility. During interviews, four (4) out of four (4) staff stated that they are able to locate allergies and needs and services plan for infants in care. Four (4) out of four (4) staff stated that they understand how to administer medication as directed. Staff denied missing dosage when providing medication to C1 (child one). Record reviews regarding medication that were provided on date of the alleged incident was reviewed. Daily reports indicated all needed dosages of medication that were supposed to be given to the children in care were provided as prescribed. Interviewed parents did not disclose any information to support the allegation. Due to the children in care are infants/non-verbal, LPA did not conduct children’s interview. Regarding allegation (2) Facility placed a child in a highchair for a period longer than ten minutes without receiving food. On the date of 10/27/2025 LPA conducted observations of all infant classrooms. LPA obtained and reviewed documentation of supervision policy, daily reports, and staff handbook. During interviews, all interviewed staff provided consistent explanations regarding the supervision and discipline policy. Four (4) out of four (4) staff stated that infants are placed in highchairs only while infants are eating or participating in a recreational arts and crafts activity. Interviewed parents did not disclose any information to support the allegation. Due to the children in care are infants/non-verbal, LPA did not conduct children’s interview. (continue to page three) (page three) The Orange County Regional Child Care Licensing Office investigated the complaints alleging (1) Facility did not administer medication as prescribed; (2) Facility placed a child in a highchair for a period longer than ten minutes without receiving food. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, based on interviews and record reviews conducted, there was not a preponderance to prove that the allegations did or did not occur, therefore, the allegations are found to be UNSUBSTANTIATED. No deficiencies cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Loretta Munoz. (end of report)