complaint·August 11, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gagandeep Singh met with the facility representative, Dawna Allred, to deliver the findings of the above allegation. Purpose of the inspection was explained. During the investigation, LPA inspected the facility, interviewed the staff and reviewed facility records. During interviews, it was found that the facility has children in ‘Toddler’ classroom with Hand, foot, mouth disease. Based on the record review, it was found that the outbreak was not reported to the department. LPA informed/reminded the facility representative that in case of two or more children get infected with same disease, the department must be notified verbally in 24 hours and written report must be submitted within seven days. Based on LPA’s observation, staff interviews and record review, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations are being cited on the attached LIC 9099D. Copy of this report was reviewed and provided to the facility representative. Notice of site visit is posted and shall remain posted for next 30 days.