Routine inspection·August 25, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tricia Danielson conducted an unannounced annual inspection on August 25, 2025 at 1:15 PM. LPA met with Teacher Vivian Gonzalez and explained the purpose of the visit and toured the facility. Director Ruth Abawag arrived shortly thereafter. This facility operates as a combination childcare center, and the following licensed programs were also inspected on this date: Indio Palms Learning Center- Preschool #330910754. During the inspection, several key facility items were observed and updated where necessary. These included the facility's license, the Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148), the Parent\342\200\231s Rights Poster (PUB393), Personal Rights (LIC613A), the Child Car Seat Law notice, and the menu. The facility was found to be operating within the limits stated on its license, and staff-to-child ratios were observed to be 1:5. Classrooms were adequately equipped with age- and size-appropriate furniture and materials, ensuring a safe and hazard-free environment. The facility representative confirmed that no weapons were present on the premises. There were no accessible bodies of water on-site. Director Abawag is aware that any wading pools or similar products must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. Drinking water was available both indoors and outdoors via personal drinking vessels with filtered water. LPA verified that lead testing was completed on January 3, 2024, and the next testing is due by January 3, 2029. There are no medications kept or administered on the premises. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other hazardous materials were stored in locations inaccessible to children, while poisons and toxins were securely locked away. The facility\342\200\231s floors were observed to be safe and clean, and bathroom facilities were sanitary and in proper working condition. The (CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C) (CONTINUED FROM LIC 809) playgrounds were enclosed by a secure, more than six-foot-tall chainlink fence surrounding the perimeter of the center. The fencing included self-closing gates and was free of hazards. Outdoor activity areas contained age- and size-appropriate equipment in good condition. There is no food preparation area as all food is brought from home by each child. Storage containers for solid waste had tight-fitting covers, which were kept on and in good repair. The sign-in/sign-out records were reviewed and found to be in compliance with regulations. Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months, with the most recent drill occurring on 8/25/2025. A review of staff and children\342\200\231s records was conducted as part of this evaluation. Children's records were complete, and staff records confirmed that all present staff met the minimum qualifications for their respective positions. Three of three staff members on-site held current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, with expiration dates recorded. Both the opening and closing staff members also had valid CPR/First Aid certifications. The Director had completed Health and Safety Training. Additionally, a review of staff records confirmed that all facility staff and other individuals requiring caregiver background checks had received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. The Director was reminded that all adults over the age of 18, including employees and volunteers (except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871), must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption before their initial presence in the Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100 per day for up to five days, or up to 30 days for repeat violations, may be assessed for noncompliance. IMS policy was discussed. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. If IMS is provided in the future, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The Director was also provided with ADA resources, including the U.S. Department of Justice toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and the publication Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA . The Director was informed about MyChildCarePlan.org , a consumer education website that connects families with child care providers and Resource & Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. Licensing forms and regulations for Child Care Centers are available on the Department\342\200\231s website at www.ccld.ca.gov . Providers can also subscribe to receive updates by entering their email under "Receive Important Updates" on the website. (CONTINUED ON LIC 809-C) (CONTINUED FROM LIC 809-C) LPA reviewed reporting requirements with Director Abawag emphasizing that any unusual incidents or injuries must be reported within 24 hours via phone and within seven days in writing. Reports may be submitted by calling the Duty Officer at (951) 782-4200 or emailing UnusualIncidentReportsDO10@dss.ca.gov . To improve the quality and value of the inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email on file. Director Abawag is encouraged to complete the survey and provide feedback on the inspection experience. Any questions regarding the inspection process or CARE tools may be directed to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . Additional details about the inspection process can be found at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Director Abawag was asked to update and submit the following documents to licensing within 30 days, if applicable: \302\267 LIC 500 Personnel Report \302\267 LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan \302\267 Parent Handbook, Program Curriculum, Admission Policies & Procedures, and Fee Schedule (if changed or more than two years old) \302\267 LIC 309 Administrative Organization (if changed or more than two years old) \302\267 LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (if changed or outdated) At this time, no deficiencies are cited. A Notice of Site Visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with and provide to Director Abawag along with a Notice of Site Visit which much be posted for 30 days from today\342\200\231s date. Appeal rights were also discussed and provided during the exit interview.