Routine inspection·November 4, 2025

On 11/4/2025 at 12:30 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Shannan Williams conducted an unannounced Required Annual Inspection and met with Licensee, Stephene Gracia LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility by the Licensee. There were two (2) children present and (1) additional staff in the facility during this inspection. The licensee accompanied LPA inside of the facility during this inspection. The off-limits areas are inaccessible using door locks. Two doorknob covers need to be replaced. Per the licensee the operating hours are 24/7. The Licensee stated that he understands that each daycare child can only be cared for less than 24 hours per day per child. The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met the requirements. The Licensee removed any hazardous items that could potentially be a safety risk to children in care. The Licensee has toys, play equipment, and materials available. The licensee uses the fenced backyard for outdoor activities. The licensee understands there must be direct supervision while at the playground. There is a swimming pool on the premises. LPA Williams inspected that the pool met departmental requirements. LPA Williams found the swimming pool to be in compliance during the inspection. The 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. Licensee\342\200\231s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 10/04/2027. The licensee has required immunizations. The facility roster is maintained and reviewed. LPA Williams reviewed two (2) children\342\200\231s files. A fire drill was conducted today in the LPA presence on 11/4/2025. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual \342\200\223 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 the publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm . LPA discussed the 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 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. There shall one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. Two play yards had loose items that were removed in LPA\342\200\231s presence. The licensee physically checks on sleeping infants every 15 minutes; the Licensee will continue to document each 15-minute check and will include infants 12-24months starting today 11/4/2025. An Individual Infant Sleeping Plan [LIC 9227 (3/20)] shall be maintained for each infant up to 12 months of age and shall be available to the Department for review. The licensee places infants up to 12 months of age on their backs for sleeping. LPA discussed the following: Reporting Covid positive, suspected child abuse & neglect, maintaining children\342\200\231s records according to regulation, and post required forms. The licensee was reminded of corporal punishment, smoking, seersuckers, bouncy seats, walkers, jumpers, and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare. During the exit interview, the licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. LPA provided the California Megan's Law website: www.meganslaw.ca.gov . License 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. To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov . In addition, for general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248. Please see the attached 809-D pages for the Four (4) type B violations that were cited in today\342\200\231s inspection. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Licensee, Stephene Gracia, The licensee was provided with a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 03/22) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.