Routine inspection·June 5, 2025

On date and time listed, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Perla Ordonez arrived at the facility to conduct an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. Licensee submitted an application for an increase in capacity which was also addressed during the visit. LPA toured the facility, inside and out, records were reviewed, and the following was observed and/or discussed: Normal days and hours of operation are: Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 07:00AM \342\200\223 06:00PM. OFF-LIMIT AREAS INCLUDE: Master bedroom bathroom, guest house, storage in backyard, and front yard. The facility is not operating within appropriate ratios. Upon LPA arrival, LPA observed seven children present at the facility. Four of the seven children were infants and the three remaining children were between the ages of 2 years old and 4 years old. No children were enrolled in TK or school per Licensee. Of the seven children present, five of the children were day-care children and two of the children were the Licensee's own children who were under the age of 10 years old and thus counted towards the ratio. LPA provided Capacity/Ratio Regulations reference sheet to Licensee and explained ratio regulations pertaining to both small and large family child care homes. \302\267 Appropriate supervision provided during this inspection. \302\267 A working telephone is present and current number on file. \302\267 Appropriate fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector present and were tested by the Licensee during this inspection. \302\267 Fireplace is properly screened to prevent access by children. \302\267 All hazardous items are not stored inaccessible to children. During facility tour, LPA observed multiple knives and other sharp objects in one of the lower kitchen drawers which was accessible to children in care. During visit, LPA observed day-care children entering and exiting the on-limits kitchen area. While the kitchen drawer did have a type of child lock on it, it was inoperable at the time and could not make the drawer inaccessible. Additionally, LPA observed several sharp objects in Bedroom 2 which is on-limits. Licensee moved knives and other hazardous objects to inaccessible areas during the visit. \302\267 During facility tour, LPA observed that the carport and backyard had evidence of children's toys in the areas and Licensee stated that children had played in the carport earlier that morning. Carport and backyard were previously listed as off-limits, and Community Care Licensing was not notified that the Licensee wanted to change the areas from off-limits to on-limits. Backyard had hazards such as plants with spikes/thorns, connected propane tanks, and other sharp objects which were removed during the inspection. Additionally, LPA observed that master bedroom closet, which was previously listed as off-limits, no longer had a door/barrier that prevented children in care from accessing the room. During the visit, LPA inspected the previously referenced off-limit areas. Carport, backyard, and master bedroom closet were made on-limits during today's inspection after hazards were removed from the areas. \302\267 Toxins are locked. \302\267 Weapons are present and stored according to Title 22. Licensee understands all guns, weapons and ammunition must be key locked separately and made inaccessible per Title 22 Regulations. \302\267 This is a one story home. \302\267 Verification of control of property on file. \302\267 Property Owner/Landlord Consent (LIC 9149)/Notification (LIC 9151) on file. \302\267 Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan & Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights poster are posted. \302\267 Mandated Reporter Child Care Providers Training expires on 12/2025. \302\267 EMSA Pediatric CPR and First Aid Card expires on 12/2025. \302\267 Health & Safety Certificate \342\200\223 completed on 01/17/2024. \302\267 No bodies of water at this time. Licensee understands all bodies of water including ponds, above ground pools & spas, in-ground pools & spas, and some fountains must be properly covered or fenced per Title 22 Regulations. The Department must be notified before and after installation of the above types of bodies of water. In addition, all wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position. \302\267 Clean, safe and age appropriate toys. \302\267 Current roster on file. \302\267 Documentation of fire and disaster drills on file \342\200\223 Last drill conducted on 01/03/2025. LPA reminded Licensee of regulation requirements to conduct drills every 6 months and that next drill was to be conducted by the end of this month. \302\267 Children\342\200\231s records are not complete. During record review, LPA observed that C1 was missing proof of immunizations. Additionally, LPA observed that C1, C2, and C3 were missing proof of 15 minute sleep checks. \302\267 No assistants employed at this time per Licensee. \302\267 The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office\342\200\231s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO09@dss.ca.gov \302\267 Resident and/or staff records reviewed on 06/05/2025 indicate that all adults who require caregiver background checks have received all required clearances or exemptions. \302\267 The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations862@dss.ca.gov LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee, provided a copy of the safe sleep regulations, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/ Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5-days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30-days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process . Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed-related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200 See LIC809-D for cited deficiency(ies). LPA Perla Ordonez informed Licensee Yesenia Casillas that this report dated 06/05/2025 document(s) two Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Perla Ordonez informed the Licensee Yesenia Casillas to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 06/05/2025 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Prior to submitting application of increase of capacity for approval, Plan of Correction(s) need to be submitted. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. During the exit interview, the LICENSEE Yesenia Casillas, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Yesenia Casillas.