Routine inspection·February 25, 2026

On February 25, 2026 at 1:20 PM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Deborah Khashe and Denice Pablico met with Licensee Jennifer Grasso for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. Licensee was provided with an entrance checklist, and the purpose of the visit was explained. During today\342\200\231s visit LPAs observed seven (7)children present in the home with Licensee and her/daughter Isabella Grasso her assistant. LPA Khashe verified fees are current. Licensee, serves breakfast, AM snack lunch and PM snack. Water is available throughout the day by cups. Licensees operating hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. All individuals subject to criminal record review have obtained a criminal record clearance. 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 five 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 of the home\342\200\231s interior and exterior was conducted in all areas accessible to children. LPAs observed the required postings and a working phone. LPAs observed a 3A40BC fire extinguisher meets regulations and verified both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were functional. LPAs toured the kitchen area and verified knives were inaccessible to children in care. LPAs observed a restroom and verified that toxic and hazardous items were inaccessible to children in care. LPAs observed cleaners stored in the off-limits laundry room and inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed the playroom with age-appropriate toys for children. Report Continues on 809C...(page 2) (page 2) Licensee stated there are weapons in the home. LPA Khashe verified that weapons and ammunition were stored in separate locked safes. The off-limits areas are the first bedroom to the left of the bathroom, laundry room, master bedroom/bathroom, office, garage, backyard shop, and area to the right of the backyard shop behind the wooden fence. The outdoor play area was inspected and is fenced. LPAs inspected the outdoor play area and verified that the entire area is fenced in. LPAs did not observe bodies of water on the property. LPAs toured the on limit areas of the home. The daycare has adequate toys and age appropriate playthings for children. Licensee understands that if they want to make any off-limit area an ON-limits area, they must notify licensing and LPA must do an inspection BEFORE children are allowed in the area. LPAs reviewed four children's files, and LPAs observed emergency information and required immunization records were on file. LPAs observed a current roster and documentation that a fire drill is conducted at least once every six months. The last fire drill was conducted on 9/16/25. LPA verified Licensee's immunization records were available in the facility file. Current Mandated Reporter Training certificate was verified and expires on 02/27. Current EMSA pediatric CPR and first aid certification was verified and expires on 09/2026. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee, Jennifer Grasso 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 Jennifer Grasso of the importance of checking for and removing any 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. LPA checked Individual sleep plans and Infant sleep logs. Report Continues on LIC809C...(Page 3) (Page 3) 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. Licensee understands that children\342\200\231s records are to be maintained according to Title 22 regulations and be accessible to licensing for up to three years. 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) 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 informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California. During the exit interview, the Licensee, Jennifer Grasso confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility, and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. 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 Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Jennifer Grasso. Appeal rights were provided In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were cited during today\342\200\231s inspection.