Routine inspection (3-year)·May 20, 2026

On 05/20/2026, at 01:15 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Dana Stevens conducted an unannounced annual required inspection and inspected facility for the purpose of a capacity increase. LPA met with Licensee, Ligia Barbosa and disclosed the purpose of the inspection. Also present was Licensee's Assistant who aided as a translator due to applicant's primary language is Spanish. There were seven (7) daycare children present, four (4) of whom were under 24 months. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm. This one story four bedroom, two bath home was toured and inspected. The following areas are used for childcare: kitchen, dining room, living room, hallway bathroom, backyard, patio area, exploring area located in the upper level of the backyard behind the patio. Licensee is wishing to add Bedroom #1 for napping infants. LPA inspected the bedroom and found no hazards. Bedroom #1 is approved for child care use effective today. Licensee understands that the door of the bedroom must remain open while in use for child care, including during nap time. The off-limit areas include the garage, bedrooms #1 through #3, bathroom (inside of master), and the side yard. The off-limits areas have door locks and safety gates. Licensee stated she understood that there must always be direct supervision while outdoors with the children. The smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements. The fire extinguisher did not meet regulation requirements. The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. Licensee stated there are no bodies of water and LPA did not observe any bodies of water at the time of the inspection. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. First Aid and CPR certification for licensee expired 04/2026, technical violation issued. Licensee was reminded to renew certification every two years. CPR/First Aid certification for Licensee's assistant are valid through 01/2027. Licensee has the required immunization records on file. Immunization records were missing for Licensee's Assistant. Mandated Reporter training certification for licensee and Assistant are current. LPA observed the required documents posted. A sample of children’s files were reviewed and determined to be complete. The last Fire/Disaster drill was conducted and documented on 02/2026. Sleep logs were not being maintained for the infants present at the time of the inspection. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1, deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809D. An exit interview was conducted, with the Licensee, Ligia Barbosa. A copy of the report and appeal rights (LIC 9058) and notice of site visit (LIC9213) was provided to Licensee and must remain posted for 30 days.