Routine inspection·January 22, 2026

On January 22, 2026, at 12:1 0 P.M. Licensing Program Analyst Joaquin Mendez conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the abovementioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPA met with Blanca Cervantes, Licensee of the FCCH and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of the Licensee, toured the exterior and interior of the FCCH. At the time of inspection, the licensee was alone in the home. All children are in school and are expected to arrive after school . This is a single-story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a living room, family room, kitchen, dining area, daycare room, garage, and backyard.The home\342\200\231s family room just passed the living room, hall bathroom, kitchen, and dining room, daycare room, and backyard are used for childcare services. The rest of the home is excluded from daycare. LPA observed safety covers on the bedroom and garage doors making them all inaccessible to children in care. Additionally, LPA observed a chain lock on the garage as extra security against access. The FCCH is clean, orderly, and has ventilation to afford for the children\342\200\231s comfort. Sharps are stored in an elevated kitchen cabinet. Chemicals and cleaning supplies are stored in the locked garage and medications are stored in the licensee\342\200\231s locked bedroom. LPA note these items are inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom was observed to be clean and free of toxins. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the FCCH are age appropriate. LPA observed required licensing forms and documents posted on a bulletin board near the entry door of the FCCH. LPA observed a smoke detector that was tested at 12:56 PM and a carbon monoxide detector that was tested at 12:56PM. Both detectors were found to be operational. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher (2A10BC) that was serviced on 1/21/2026. LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually . The backyard is enclosed with brick fencing, and the entry/exit points are secured. The backyard contains Continue on LIC809C age-appropriate toys and play equipment. LPA notes a play structure in the backyard with soft rubber cushioned squares in all the fall areas. Licensee states children did not go outside today due to rainy weather. LPA reminded Licensee to replace toys and play equipment when such items begin to degrade or are not in good repair . LPA observed license and immunization for the licensee\342\200\231s dog. Licensee stated her dog is in a cage when children are present and do not have contact with her pet. LPA note there are no bodies of water on site. The children\342\200\231s records were reviewed. The records are current and complete with emergency contact information, immunization records, and other required licensing forms and documents. The Licensee\342\200\231s records were reviewed and found to be current with CPR/First Aid certifications (expires 3/24/2026) and Mandated Reporter training (expires 7/03/2026). LPA note the most recent fire/emergency drill was conducted on 9/05/2025 at 2:40PM with 7 children present. Licensee states there are no firearms or ammunition stored on site. No prohibited equipment will be allowed or used in the home. No baby bouncers, No infant walkers, No Johnny jumpers, No saucer chairs, No trampolines and any other item that falls into that category are not permitted in the facility. 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/ . 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-andresources/safe-sleep , as an additional resource. 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. Continue on LIC809C Licensee 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 1596.87, 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. 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 confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. The licensee provided proof of control of property. 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\342\200\231s inspection. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Blanca Cervantes, Licensee in their preferred language, Spanish.