Routine inspection·February 12, 2026

On February 12, 2026, at 10:45 AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Elizabeth George and Izak Diaz conducted an unannounced annual random inspection at the above-mentioned family child care home (FCCH). LPAs met with Licensee, Luz Maria Lara, and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPAs, in the company of the Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. At the time of the inspection 1 child was in the care of licensee. Licensee stated that children have access to the living room, dining room, kitchen, one bathroom, garage and backyard. While the remainder of the home is inaccessible to children in care by means of locked doors. The home was orderly and clean with proper ventilation for all children in care. The bathroom used for care is clean and free of toxins. LPAs observed that sharps, knives, and cleaning compounds are stored in the kitchen inaccessible to children. Toys, furniture and equipment in the facility are age appropriate. LPAs observed required licensing forms and documents posted by the entrance of the facility. LPAs observed a dual smoke and carbon monoxide detector which was tested and found operable at 10:54 AM. LPAs observed a regulation fire extinguisher that was serviced 3/8/24. LPAs reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. The most recent fire drill was conducted and documented on 10/24/25. LPAs observed the backyard to be completely fenced. The FCCH was observed to have plenty of shade for the children in care. Toys and play equipment observed in backyard are age appropriate and in good conditions. LPA observed two sheds in the backyard both pad locked and inaccessible to children in care. LPAs observed no bodies of water on site. Licensee informed LPAs no firearms or ammunition are in the home. continued on 809-C A sample of children\342\200\231s records was reviewed. All records reviewed are current. Facilities current roster of children was reviewed by the LPA during inspection with all children present during the inspection noted in the roster. Licensee\342\200\231s Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification are current and expire September 2027. Mandated Reporter Certification expires June 2026. At this time licensee is operating as a small family child care and has no assistants. 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. 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. During the exit interview, the Licensee, Luz Lara, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. No deficiencies were given during today\342\200\231s visit. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted, appeals rights were provided and report was reviewed with the licensee, Luz Lara.