complaint·September 12, 2024

Three out of seven confidential interviews disclosed that S2 yelled at C1 to clean up and C1 and observed C1 sadly go and sit on Staff #3 (S3) lap. Two out of eight confidential interviews revealed observing S2 reach for C1, but unsure if S2 actually touched C1. Interview with Director stated an investigation was conducted and no confirmation that S2 placed hands on C1 or any other child in the childcare center. Interview with S2 denied allegation of harming C1, stating S2 will grab the children by their hands or escort the children in a different direction when the children are not listening, but has never harmed a child while in care. Based on interviews conducted, the allegation that staff handled day care child in a rough manner, may have occurred, however is not supported or proven by evidence. Therefore, the above allegation is unsubstantiated. A copy of this report, LIC 811 Confidential Names List and appeal rights were given and explained to Director, Tara Martinez. A notice of site visit was given and must be posted for 30 days. Further interviews disclosed that C1 was playing and not following instructions when Staff (S2) was observed reaching for the child. No further observations were made of the incident, but C1 appeared sad and climbed onto Staff (S3)’s lap shortly after. Based on record review and confidential interviews, there is a preponderance of evidence to support the claim that the child sustained an unexplained injury while in care. As a result, the allegation is deemed SUBSTANTIATED. The facility is in violation of California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, Article 7, Section 101223(a)(1) - Personal Rights. This violation will be cited on the LIC 9099D form. A copy of this report, along with the LIC 811 Confidential Names List and Appeal Rights, was provided and explained to the Director, Tara Martinez. A Notice of Site Visit was issued and must be posted for 30 days.