Routine inspection·April 17, 2026

At 8:57 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jaime Gonzales met with Licensee, Hannah Heck and her husband who is also her assistant to conduct an unannounced annual inspection. Present for this inspection was four infants and 3 preschool aged children. Licensee's own children were included in the census count( one infant and one preschooler). Others in the home during the inspection were 2 other adults. The home was toured to conduct a Health and Safety Inspection. Days and hours of operation are from Monday-Friday 8:30AM – 1:00PM. LPA observed all required postings located in the studio. The ages of the children to be served are 12 months to 36 years old. Off-limit areas includes: Ground floor of the house, garage, front and right side yard when facing the home, and all bedrooms. Off-limit areas are inaccessible by closed and/or locked doors and with visual supervision. LPA observed a gate at the bottom of the staircase leading to the main area of the home to prevent unsupervised access by children in care. Licensee stated children in care spend most of the time in the backyard play area and studio. The studio and home have heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. LPA observed a hot tub that is located in an off limit area of the backyard past two gates; the second gate is latched shut. Licensee's assistant stated that the hot tub will be removed during the weekend. The outdoor play area is free from defects or dangerous conditions. Licensee confirmed there have been no changes or alterations to existing building or grounds. Licensee has valid day care insurance. Licensee stated they administer any medications their own child but not other children in care. Licensee a first aid kit/ Licensee confirmed they have a working telephone. Parents provide morning snack and the facility provides lunch to the children in care. Continued on Page 2... Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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 [or facility representative] 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 Hannah Heck, 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 . Deficiencies were cited during todays inspection. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights provided. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Hannah Heck. There are age-appropriate toys that appear to be safe and in good condition. Licensee stated when children are sick they are placed in an area of the studio supervised but away from other children. Licensee stated that poisons are stored in an inaccessible cabinet under the kitchen sink. LPA observed a (2A10BC) fire extinguisher. LPA observed a working a smoke detector/carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed a barricaded fireplace. LPA reminded licensee that smoking, sleep sacks, baby walkers, and similar items are not allowed in Family Child Care Homes. The Licensee CPR and First Aid certificate and mandated reporter training is expired. Licensee was reminded of Mandated Reporter Training (AB1207) and CPR/First aid certifications needs to be renewed every two years. A copy of the licensee’s immunization is on file. Per Licensee, there are no firearms in the home. The Licensee conducts and documents fire and disaster drills at least every six months and was conducted on 01/09/2026. Personnel records are available for review and contain all required forms. LPA reviewed (5) children's file and contain all required forms. Forms of discipline to be used by Licensee are redirecting and talking with the child . Licensee understands that children's personal rights should not be violated, including but not limited to, no corporal punishment, interference with eating, sleeping, intimidation, or other actions of a punitive nature. Children are treated with dignity, and receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations. 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 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. 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. 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