Pre-licensing visit·September 17, 2025

On September 17, 2025, at 8:20 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zeynep Basak conducted a scheduled pre-licensing inspection and met with applicant Luz Marulanda De Timote. The applicant's primary language is Spanish, and her daughter, assisted with translation during the visit. The applicant is the only resident living in the home. **This home was previously licensed under Lorena Taylor and will be closed once the pre-licensing process is completed and a new license is issued to Luz Marulanda De Timote. Currently, there are 11 children enrolled in this childcare home, as it is still licensed under the licensee, Lorena Taylor. The applicant stated that these 11 children will continue to be served in this home under a new license once the process is completed.** The applicant plans to operate Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., The childcare areas : Living room, Bedroom #1 (infant nap room), part of Bedroom #2 (for access to the back yard only), bathroom, and part of backyard. Off-limit areas : Bedroom #2, kitchen, front yard, and garage. LPA and the applicant inspected the entire home for Health and Safety Hazards. LPA observed that the home was clean, had good ventilation, and was equipped with multiple working combination smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, as well as fully charged fire extinguisher, size 2A:10BC, located at the entrance. LPA observed that all off-limit areas were properly locked and barricaded. LPA observed that all outlets were covered, and windows had locks. See page 2. Page 2. The childcare home has sufficient age-appropriate toys, furniture, and educational materials. LPA observed four playpens and mats for children's sleep and mattresses were the size of playpens and sheets were tight fitted. The applicant was advised to physically check on infants every 15 minutes during naptime. Documentation must be maintained in the children's file and be available for review by the Department. The applicants were informed that baby walkers, exersaucers, jumpers, bouncers, and similar items are not permitted. LPA observed that the children\342\200\231s bathroom was clean and sanitary. All chemicals were placed on a high shelf. Per the applicant, there are no firearms or weapons in the home. The applicants stated that the isolation area will be located in the corner of the living room for ill children. First Aid materials/thermometer was observed in the family child care home. LPA also reminded the applicant that smoking is prohibited at the childcare home. LPA and the applicant inspected the outdoor play area and observed age-appropriate play structures and toys for children. The applicant also has some chickens in the coop which is fenced in the backyard. The applicant plans to provide breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack for children in addition to drinking water. LPA advised the applicant to conduct an emergency drill once every six months and to document the practice. The applicant stated that she will obtain liability insurance for the childcare home once licensed. All required postings, such as Parent\342\200\231s Rights and the Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were reviewed with the applicant. Records to be maintained were reviewed and discussed during the inspection. LPA also reminded the applicant of the Family Childcare Home License's responsibilities and reporting requirements. The operation of a Family Child Care Home - 80/20 Regulation was discussed. LPA also informed the applicants 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. See page 3. Page 3. Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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) 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 . On this date, 09/3/2025, 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 addresses. 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 discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant 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 [applicant, licensee, or facility representative] 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. See page 4. Page 4. MyChildCarePlan.org \342\200\223 Centers and Family Child Care Homes The applicant 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. The applicant provided proof of control of property. Because the applicant rents/leases the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149). LPA reviewed with the applicants the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep In Your Family Child Care Homes, children\342\200\231s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. An entrance checklist was provided to the applicants. Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. There were no items observed to be completed prior to licensure. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed and provided to the applicant, Luz Marulanda De Timote .