Routine inspection·September 9, 2025

On 09/09/2025, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Soleil Marx and Erwina Pascual-Golamco, met with Licensee, Ernestina (Lucy) Kurpiewski, for the purpose of conducting an unannounced annual inspection. During the inspection, LPAs observed a census of seven children in care being supervised by the licensee and assistant. Ages of children were verified during file review to ensure ratio/capacity were adhered to. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 07:15 AM to 05:30 PM. A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include: two bedrooms, garage, and the fenced off area in the backyard. LPAs observed a working telephone, first aid supplies, functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detector, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher within the home. LPAs observed home appeared safe, sanitary, and orderly. LPAs observed that hazardous items such as cleaning solutions, medication, sharp utensils, and other items that could pose a danger to children in care, are inaccessible to children in out of reach areas. LPA s observed a variety of age-appropriate toys, equipment, and materials available to children both indoors and outdoors. LPAs observed personal right and supervision requirements being met. Licensee stated there are no poisons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. Licensee understands that if there are any poisons in the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock. LPAs reviewed records for the facility, Licensee/assistant, and children. LPAs observed all required postings were posted/visible to parent/guardians. LPAs observed a children's roster maintained and a fire drill log with drills being conducted/documented at least every 6 months; last drill conducted 08/2025. LPAs reviewed children\342\200\231s files and verified all files contained the required licensing forms. LPAs reviewed records of Licensee/assistant and verified files were complete with licensing forms/documentation. Licensee has current approved pediatric CPR/First Aid training expiring 11/2027 and Mandated Reporter Training expiring 07/2027. Licensee understands CPR and mandated reporter training must be completed every two years. LPAs observed safe sleep regulations being followed, 15 minute sleep checks being conducted, and sleep plans in files for all infants. LPA referred the Licensee to the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as a resource. LPAs 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. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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. 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 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 . Based on today\342\200\231s inspection, no deficiencies were cited in the areas evaluated. The licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and the RSO profile was completed in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days.