Complaint·March 29, 2022

During the initial investigation visit on 01/24/22, the licensee denied the allegation and stated that the facility is following all ratio and capacity requirements set by Title 22 regulations. The licensee stated that anytime there are more than eight children present, an assistant is always present helping her out. The licensee stated that she currently utilizes two assistants at her facility. The licensee stated that she is familiar with the ratio regulations for a large family childcare home. During the investigation, interviews were conducted with the childcare facility\342\200\231s clients and current and former staff members S2-S5 on 01/24/22 and 03/21/22. Current and former staff members that were interviewed all corroborated the licensee\342\200\231s statements. The individuals that were interviewed all stated that they have never observed the licensee providing care and supervision for more than eight children alone or operate over ratio. The clients that were interviewed all stated that they have not observed the licensee operating over ratio. Based on the information gathered during this investigation, there is not a preponderance of evidence to support the allegation. The allegation is determined to be unsubstantiated. There were no Title 22 deficiencies cited. This report was reviewed and discussed with the facility\342\200\231s licensee, Jennifer Hansen. Appeal rights were provided. Notice of Site Visit shall be posted for 30 days from today's visit.