Routine inspection·May 21, 2026

On May 21, 2026, at 8:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Oscar Picazo conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection and met with Licensee Linda Joseph. Licensee's primary language is Haitian/Creole. Focus Language International translator ID 39579530 provided Haitian Creole translation. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted, disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. The purpose of the inspection is to ensure the home is in compliance with the standards established in CCR, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, for Family Child Care Homes. There were 5 day care children present at the time of this inspection, one of which is an infant. Also present during the inspection is Licensee's assistant husband Leopold Dorcius, who is also her assistant. Licensee accompanied LPA throughout the inspection of this 3 level, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. The day care areas include: Sub ground level (basement) day care room, bedroom #4, bathroom #3 and the side patio adjacent to the day care room. The off-limit areas during childcare hours include: The entire ground level which includes the kitchen, dinning room, family room, and living room; as well as the entire upper level of the home which includes: stairs leading to and from the upper level, master bedroom #1 with bathroom #1, hall bathroom # 2, bedroom #2, bedroom #3 and stairs leading to and from the lower (basement) level. Additionally, bedroom # 5 and the laundry machine, water heater and central heat and air unit closet that are both located on sub ground (basement) level are off limits. The gated front patio, south side yard, back patio, north side yard including the pool are are also off limits. These areas are made inaccessible to children with the use of a child proof gates barricading the entrances of both stair cases, the kitchen, and living room, locking doorknobs, doorknob covers, and a latching gate. The hours of operation are: Monday through Saturday from 7:00am to 9:00pm. See LIC 809C Continuation... The home has a previously reported swimming pool on the premises. LPA observed one in-ground swimming pool in the north side yard of the premises which has metal mesh security door that is locked with a dead bolt at all times. The pool is fully fenced with fencing that consists of 7 sets of 5 sturdy mesh material panels that measure 5 feet (60") in height X 2.5 feet (30") width; with a vertical clearance of less than 1/2 an inch from the cement ground to the bottom of the enclosure, and no more than 1.5 inch gaps between each set of connecting panels and does not obscure the pool from view. There is 1 access door that has a key lockable, self-latching child proof safety device no lower than 60" above the ground, freely swings away from the pool without catching, self-latches from any distance it opens from and meets Tittle 22 regulation. LPA observed the latches must be manually unlatched to open the gate. LPA observed and inspected safety equipment to meet Assembly Bill 2866 standards. LPA observed a pool alarm that complies with ASTM F2200 standards, a 24 in life ring approved by the US Coast Guard and safely pole with a body hook that extends beyond 12 feet. Licensee provided daily pool inspection logs for review. The home has a fire place which is not in use and is barricaded with furniture. The fire extinguisher is rated 2-A:10-B:C and is mounted on the wall in the kitchen. The combo smoke and carbon monoxide detector was tested, met requirements and is operational. Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds and other hazardous items are locked and made inaccessible. LPA observed that the entire property is fully fenced at the time of this inspection. Licensee will utilize the fenced and gated side patio adjacent to the day care room for outdoor activities and play. Licensee stated she and her assistant provide direct supervision at all times when children are conducting outside play or activities. Licensee has an ample amount of infant and school age toys, age appropriate play equipment, electronic games/tablets, books, and non-toxic child safe arts & crafts materials available. The Licensee has a working cell phone. Licensee stated there are no firearms, other weapons, or ammunition in the home. Facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. LPA reviewed children’s files. Children’s files reviewed were complete and met regulations. 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 in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, including employees and volunteers, See LIC 809C Continuation... 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's Mandated Reporter AB1207 training expires 11/22/2026. Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications expire on 07/2027. The last disaster and fire drills were conducted and documented on 01/13/2026. Licensee provided proof of control of property. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was reviewed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP . 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) or (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 . Licensee was advised if there is to be an infant in care, there must be one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. Cribs or play yards are free from all loose articles and objects. Licensee physically checks on sleeping infants up to 24 months of age every 15 minutes. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: htps://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA provided and discussed the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms. Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare. Licensee was also provided information regarding SIDS, Lead exposure and Shaken Baby Syndrome. On this date, 05/21/2026, the California Attorney General - Megan’s Law website (meganslaw.ca.gov) 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. See LIC 809C Continuation... 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 or CARE tools, please send 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/inspection-process . A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Linda Joseph. Focus Language International translator ID 39579530 provided Haitian Creole translation.