Non-compliance follow-up·February 26, 2026

On date and time listed above, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Eric Ramos and Elyse Jones arrived at the facility to conduct a Case Management inspection regarding a Decision in Order to address the issue concerning a Criminal Record Clearance Exemption for Jestina Gomez. The Decision and Order was adopted and took effect on February 5, 2026. LPAs were granted entry by Facility Representative Kristen Garnatz, toured the facility inside and out and did not observe Jestina Gomez present at the facility. Director Kristen Garnatz acknowledged receipt and understanding of the Decision and Order which reads Respondent Jestina Gomez: 1. During the term of probation, shall not operate a motor vehicle as part of her job duties at the facility nor provide transportation services for clients as part of her association with KinderCare in Colton, or clients of any other Department licensed facility, if such association is granted during the probationary period. 2. During the term of probation, shall not be left alone with clients in care of the facility and, when clients are present at the facility, must be under supervision of the licensee or another employee of the facility. 3. Respondent shall not apply for a Home Care Aide registration or be certified by the Department as a facility administrator. The Decision and Order adopted on February 5, 2026, includes a probationary period of two (2) years of said date. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Kristen Garnatz.