Routine inspection·October 15, 2025

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kelli Waters conducted an unannounced annual inspection for a family childcare at the above home on 10/15/25 at time listed above. LPA met with Licensee Karina Cuarenta, who guided LPA on a tour of the home. Present during the inspection was Licensee, an adult resident, one minor resident, and four children in care (2 infant, 2 preschool age). Licensee Claudia Paredes was not present during the inspection. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Certain areas are off-limits, including the kitchen, all bedrooms, and garage. The facility is licensed as a large Family Child Care Home (FCCH) with a maximum capacity of 14 children and is operating within the licensed capacity. Facility Review: During the inspection, LPA observed a working cell phone is available, and the current phone number on file is correct. A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed, along with a functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector, both of which were tested by the Licensee. All hazardous items, including toxins, are stored securely and are inaccessible to children. LPA observed clean, safe, and age-appropriate toys for children. Licensee Karina Cuarenta stated that no weapons are present in the facility. Licensee understands that all firearms, weapons, and ammunition must be locked separately and made inaccessible as per Title 22 Regulations. There is an in-ground pool in the backyard. The fencing surrounding the pool is mesh, 5 feet in height with a ground clearance of less than 2 inches. There is a self-closing, self-latching gate with a key lockable device at 60 inches. During the inspection, a water alarm meeting ASTM International Standard F2208, a 12-foot, fixed-length rescue pole and a 17-inch life ring, meeting AB2866 Health & Safety Code regulations were not present. LPA reviewed AB2866 regulations with Licensee and all additional safety items will be added to be in compliance. Record Review: A current roster is on file, and required postings, including the Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Notification of Parent\342\200\231s Rights, are displayed. Fire and disaster drill documentation is maintained, with the last drill conducted on 08/01/25. Both children's and staff's records were reviewed and found to be complete. Mandated Reporter Training has been completed and is valid until 08/26. The Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification expires on 08/26. Resident and staff records were reviewed, and all adults requiring caregiver background checks have received the necessary clearances and exemptions. Licensee Karina Cuarenta 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. Infant Care: LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee Karina Cuarenta and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/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: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (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 childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. -On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department\342\200\231s website: www.ccld.ca.gov . Additionally, there is a link to \342\200\234Receive Important Updates\342\200\235 located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for. The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday \342\200\223 Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at: 951-782-4200 On this date, 10/02/25, the California Attorney General - Megan\342\200\231s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public disclosure; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ. 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 for CARE tools, please send the 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/process . There are no deficiencies being cited at this time. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this this report was reviewed with and handed to Licensee Karina Cuarenta. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview.