Office review·January 5, 2023

On January 5, 2023 @ 11:00 a.m. Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Tashima Daniel, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Leilani Curtis, Licensee Janet Andrade and Director Brandy Pearce met virtually via Zoom for a scheduled office meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the recent facility citations. The facility has been cited for the following deficiencies: 10/11/22: 101216.2(e)- Teacher Aide Qualifications and Duties: Aides were left alone to provide supervision to children. 08/15/22: 101216.3(a)- Teacher-Child Ratio: Facility out of ratio. 08/3/22: 101238.2(e)- Outdoor Activity Space: The dome climber does not have appropriate cushioning underneath. Nap mats are being used as cushion. 07/21/22: 101223(a)(2)- Personal Rights: Monkey bars and canopies are not anchored appropriately. 101239(e)(4)- Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies: Toilets are not maintained in working order. 06/23/22: 101212(d)(1)(C)- Reporting Requirements: Facility failed to notify CCLD of “lockdown” timely. 101170(e)(2)- Criminal Record Clearance: A staff member was fingerprint clear but not associated. The citations were discussed and the Technical Support Program (TSP) was offered today. For questions related to TSP, email: Childcaretechnicalsupport@dss.ca.gov . The director advised the department of current procedures and policies they have put into place to ensure the health and safety of the children in care. Director Pearce and Licensee Andrade agree to operate the facility in full compliance with Title 22 and Health and Safety Code requirements. The director and licensee were advised to regularly visit the Community Care Licensing WEB SITE: www.ccld.ca.gov for quarterly updates, Provider Information Notices (PIN’s) and Title 22 regulations. LPA will email the director the TSP handout. A copy of this report and appeal rights were emailed to the director at the conclusion of the meeting. Director Pearce will confirm receipt of this report via e-mail and the reply of confirmation will serve as the signature acknowledging these rights.