Routine inspection·October 24, 2023

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Perez, met with licensee, Shannon Johnson for an unannounced random inspection. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Today\342\200\231s census was 10 children present with two assistants. Operating hours are 7:30am to 4:30pm. A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include 2 bathrooms upstairs, kitchen and garage. LPA observed a working phone, fire extinguisher, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Assistant stated there are no weapons in the home. Toxic and hazardous items (detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, sharp utensils, items that could pose a danger to children in care) are properly stored and inaccessible to children. The fireplace in the home is appropriately barricaded to prevent access by children. Stairs were barricaded. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The outdoor play space is fenced. The backyard is fenced and gated. There are no bodies of water observed. Some children\342\200\231s files were reviewed. A current roster is being maintained. Licensee fire and disaster drills are conducted and documented. Last fire drill completed October 2024. CPR and first aid training were verified to be current for licensee. CPR expires October 2024 and Mandated Reporter Training (AB 1207) expires (for all) June 2025. This provider is currently not providing IMS services to children in care. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA verified the annual fees are current. LPA provided the Child Care Advocates Program email address: childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov , so the Licensee can request to be added to the distribution list to receive Quarterly Updates. LPA reviewed and discussed this facility evaluation report with the licensee, Shannon Johnson. LPA provided a Notice of Site Visit and Destiny acknowledges that this notice should remain posted for 30 days for parental review. Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, no deficiencies are cited during today's inspection.