complaint·August 24, 2023

Confidential interviews disclosed the incident on April 6, 2023, did occur as described by the reporting party. Confidential interviews and records review also disclosed that there were additional incidents where C1 was teased, punched, tripped and inappropriately touched by C2 while in care from the dates of March 6, 2023 to April 26, 2023. Per review of medical documentation, C1 was observed by a medical doctor on April 6, 2023 and it was noted that C1 had a lower lip laceration, dried blood in nostrils and bruising on neck, back and left hip caused by another child at school. A Confidential interview also disclosed that C2 was disenrolled from the CCC on May 9, 2023. Based on confidential interviews and records review, the preponderance of evidence has been met and the allegation that daycare child sustained injuries is substantiated. The facility is being cited for Title 22, Section 101223(a)(3) Personal Rights which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. An exit interview was conducted, this report, appeal rights and Notice of Site Visit was explained and provided to Director. Director was reminded that the “Notice of Site Visit” must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in Civil Penalties of $100.