Routine inspection·April 22, 2026

On April 22, 2026, at approximately 9:40 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Maria Olguin-Leon met with licensee, Kari Grech to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. The purpose of the inspection visit was explained to Licensee. Present during today’s visit was licensee and assistant (licensee’s daughter), caring for 5 children (4 infants and 1 preschooler). All adults present today have criminal background clearances and are associated with facility. Licensee owns two dogs which are kept in off limits areas of home. Facility is in compliance with ratio capacity requirements. Daycare operates Monday-Thursday 7:30-4:30pm and closed on Fridays. LPA observed Childcare License, Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610A), and Parent's rights posted on playroom wall. LPA provided Earthquake Preparedness checklist to licensee. Last emergency drill was conducted on January 7, 2026, and is properly documented with date drill was conducted and number of children present. Emergency pull down fire alarm is located at entrance foyer. LPA observed a fully charged fire extinguisher hanging on wall between living room and kitchen area and easily accessible. Licensee maintains a full stocked first aid box. LPA observed Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors throughout home. Licensee maintains a landline and cell phone on the premises. Per Licensee, there are no weapons or firearms in the home. LPA inspected the indoors and outdoors of home for health and safety hazards. LPA observed home to be free of defects or conditions that might endanger a child. Home is a two-story home with 4 bedrooms and 2 ½ bathrooms. Daycare areas are: Playroom/dining room, Living room (napping only), bathroom #1, and lower backyard patio. Entrance foyer/hallway (walk through to playroom). Off-limit areas are : Entire 2 nd floor, downstair bedrooms, kitchen, garage and upper portion of backyard. Isolation area: Sick children will be isolated in living room area and away from other children. The home has proper heating, lighting and ventilation to provide safety and comfort. LPA observed child-size furniture, mats, books, learning material and other age-appropriate toys, all in good condition. Cont. page 2... Page 2... Fireplace in living room is screened and secured with a fireplace screen to prevent access to children. Playroom/dining room is secured with childproof gates to prevent access to staircase and kitchen. Electrical outlets are secured with childproof covers and barricaded with furniture. LPA observed the daycare area flooring to be rugs to absorb and cushion falls. Bathroom was clean and cabinets were secured with a childproof latches. Currently, no children are using the bathroom. LPA observed a changing table in playroom with a diaper changing mat. Changing table is equipped with children’s diapering supplies. Cleaning supplies and other potentially harmful items are stored inaccessible to children and behind child proof cabinets. LPA observed a playpen and sleep mats for napping purposes. Playpen mattress is firm and covered with tight fitting sheet. LPA observed sleeping mats to be in good condition and covered with tight fitting sheets. Playpen was free of loose articles, objects and blankets. Licensee provides sheets for mattresses and washing sheets on a weekly basis or as needed. LPA reviewed infant 15-minute sleep logs. Backyard is enclosed and surrounded with a 5 ft wood fence. Off limits upper portion of backyard patio is secured with childproof gates. LPA observed a locked jacuzzi in off limits area of upper backyard. Per Licensee, all outdoor toys are currently stored due to rain. Outdoor flooring is cement. Licensee provides meals for children in care, which includes breakfast, lunch and am/pm snack. LPA reminded licensee that any food brought from home must be labeled and stored properly. LPA observed a highchair table, booster chairs and child size table and chairs for child to sit and eat. LPA observed food properly stored in kitchen to avoid contamination or spoilage. LPA reviewed 5 children’s files, which were complete with all required documents. Children’s roster was reviewed and is up to date. Licensee’s CPR/FA expiration date is 8/2027 and licensee’s Mandated reporter ex. 8/2027. LPA provided Licensee with PM286 to record and update children's vaccines. Cont. page 3... Page 3... Licensee Kari Grech 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. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Kari Grech 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 [or facility representative] 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. As of January 1, 2018, all staff must complete Mandated Reporter Training every two years. LPA reminded licensee about Mandated Reporter training available www.mandatedreporterca.com 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 Kari Grech 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. Cont. page 4... Page 4... Licensee was reminded about the Provider Information Notices (PINs) on the CCLD website. Licensee was informed that as of September 1, 2016, a person may not be employed or volunteer at a childcare facility unless he or she has been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles or qualifies for an exemption pursuant to Health and Safety code 1596.7995 and 1597.662. LPA reviewed AB 1207 with the Licensee. During the exit interview, the Licensee Kari Grech, 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 . No deficiencies were cited during today’s visit, under CCR, Title 22, Division 12. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Kari Grech.