Routine inspection·March 10, 2026

On March 10, 2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Deborah Khashe and Denice Pablico met with Licensee, Michelle Mortimer for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were two (2) children present at the time of inspection. Licensee's husband Martin Mortimer (assistant) was also present during the inspection. Licensee's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM. to 6:00 PM. Children are served breakfast AM snack lunch and PM snack water is available upon demand throughout the day by use of sippy cups. LPA verified the annual fees are current. 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. A health and safety inspection was conducted in all areas accessible to children. Off-limits areas include downstairs bedroom, entire second floor, gated pool area in backyard, and both side yards. Off limit areas are being made inaccessible by closed locked doors and baby gates. LPA observed the required postings and a working phone. LPA observed a current roster and documentation that a fire drill is conducted at least once every six months. Last fire drill conducted on 12/2025. 3A40BC fire extinguisher meets regulations. LPA observed smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and verified they were both functional. LPA toured the kitchen area and verified knives and cleaners were inaccessible to children in care. Report continues 809-C. (Page 2) Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. Outdoor play space is fenced. LPA observed living room area with age appropriate toys for children. LPA observed a restroom and verified that hazardous and toxic items were inaccessible to children in care. LPA also discussed and provided copy of HSC 1596.814 Swimming Pool Safety. The backyard has an in-ground pool that is fenced per Title 22 and HSC 1596.814 regulations. LPA also observed a labeled United States Coast Guard life ring, a rescue pole with a body hook and minimum fixed length of 12 feet. LPA discussed / observed a daily inspection log of Licensee\342\200\231s drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment. LPA provided PIN AB 2886 Swimming Pool Safety to Licensee. 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. In addition, LPA discussed the infant sleep regulations with licensee. LPA discussed the requirement to check and log infant napping and observed 15min infant napping logs for infants 24 months and under. LPA observed Individual Sleeping Plans for infants under 12 months, for licensee during today's inspection. Licensee understands that licenses are not transferable, and once licensed, licensee must live in the home and be present for 80% of the operating hours. Licensee understands that if an unusual incident occurs, licensing is to be notified via phone call, e-mail or fax within 24 hours, and the Unusual Incident Report LIC 624 shall be submitted within 7 days to remain in compliance. Licensee understands that if any structural changes are made to the home, licensing must be notified prior to construction. 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. Children's files were reviewed. Emergency information and required immunization records were discussed. Licensee's immunization records for measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and the flu are available in the facility file. LPA observed EMSA pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was verified and expires 01/13/26 and Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter certification was verified and expires 02/06/2028. Continued on 809-C...(Page 3) (Page 3) Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. 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)/ (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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. 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 . On this date, 03/09/2026, 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 address. 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. LPA Khashe informed Michelle Mortimer that two Type B citations were cited during todays visit. LPA Khashe informed licensee Michele Mortimer that this report dated 3/10/2026 documents three Type A and which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there are immediate risks to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Report Continues on LIC 809C...(page 4) (Page 4) LPA Khashe informed the licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 3/10/2026 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. As of todays visit March 10, 2026, Licensee, Michelle Mortimer agrees that the backyard is off limits and will remain off-limits until an inspection is completed to make that area on-limits. No children are allowed in an off- limits area. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Michele Mortimer. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days for parental review. Licensee was encouraged to visit the Department website at WWW.CCLD.CA.GOV for childcare updates, current forms, legislation and regulation information. A copy of this report will remain on file for a period of three years for public review upon request. Licensee's signature on this form acknowledges receipt of this form. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.