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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 136608062
Report Date: 06/05/2023
Date Signed: 06/05/2023 12:33:22 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/05/2023 12:33 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME:	UNITED FAMILIES, INC. EL CENTRO PRESCHOOL		FACILITY NUMBER:	136608062
ADMINISTRATOR:	GUADALUPE MORENO		FACILITY TYPE:	850
ADDRESS:	1660 SMOKETREE DRIVE		TELEPHONE:	(760) 353-2051
CITY:	EL CENTRO	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92243
CAPACITY:	24	CENSUS: 17	DATE:	06/05/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:45 AM
MET WITH:	Ruby Jacobo, Director		TIME COMPLETED:	12:50 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 06/05/2023 at 9:45 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Michelle Hood, met with Director Ruby Jacobo for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There were 17 pre-school children present with three teachers in the room. The cook was in the kitchen during the inspection. The facility is within ratio and capacity. Program operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. This is a six children who attend part time, and the remaining children attend full-time. LPA toured the facility. The rooms were clean, orderly and at a comfortable temperature during this visit. Adequate ventilation and heating are available. The furniture, books, games, and toys are safe, age-appropriate, and in good repair. There is a variety of activities available throughout the day. All required forms were posted. All storage containers and trashes have tight-fitting lids and are in good repair. The kitchen is clean and sanitary. Food is stored in covered containers and there is no expired or contaminated food present. The cook prepares food using proper personal hygiene and food service practices. The food meets the nutritional requirements per regulation and is of good quality and proper quantity. The lunch/snack menu is posted, changes are recorded, and menus are stored for 30 days. Food has been stored separately from any chemicals or cleaning products. Drinking water is readily available. Napping equipment is sufficient for each child, bedding is stored separately, and mats/cots are disinfected after use. The facility has ensured that there is adequate space between mats/cots for easy passage and that mats/cots are not blocking entrances or exits. Children are evaluated upon entry and monitored throughout the day for signs of illness. The isolation area for ill children awaiting pick up use the staff restroom, located outside. The ill child is supervised by a staff member at all times. The facility has sufficient Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Reporting requirements for positive Covid-19 results in children or staff were discussed to include contact with the County Department of Public Health for guidance (619-692-8499) and Licensing (619-767-2248) to report the unusual incident. LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, a sample of personnel records, and a sample of children's records. There is at least one staff present with current CPR and First Aid certification. The facility is reminded the Mandated Reporter Training is to be retaken every two years and can be accessed at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Cynthia Gray	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2258
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2241
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/05/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/05/2023

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: UNITED FAMILIES, INC. EL CENTRO PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 136608062
	VISIT DATE: 06/05/2023

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Hand washing and toileting areas are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Any waste water used to clean is discarded after use. Medications are kept, inaccessible to children. Poisons, disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children have been made inaccessible. There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity. The outdoor play area is fully fenced with sufficient cushioning and adequate shade. Age-appropriate playground equipment and outdoor surfaces are in a safe condition with any equipment securely bolted to the ground. Portable water is used outdoors. There are no bodies of water, firearms, or ammunition on the property. The carbon monoxide detector is operational. The facility has a written disaster plan in place that meets the regulatory requirement and has been conducting and documenting evacuation drills every six months. The facility does not transport children.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

The director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to the initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

LPA conducted a childcare quality management interview with the director. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the director Ruby Jacabo.

See LIC 809D. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WILL BE EMAILED AND WILL REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Due to the LPA's printer issues, the director will be emailed a copy of today's licensing report, along with the Appeal Rights. The director was advised to respond to the email within twenty-four hours.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Cynthia Gray	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2258
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2241
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/05/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/05/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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Citations on this Visit Report are Under Appeal!

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: UNITED FAMILIES, INC. EL CENTRO PRESCHOOL	FACILITY NUMBER: 136608062
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 06/05/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Under Appeal

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

101215.1(b)

Child Care Center Director Qualifications and Duties

(b) All child care centers shall have a director. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on record review, the licensee, did not comply with the section cited above in one out of one, the new director packet was not completed which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 06/09/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	The licensee will submit the director packet no later than 06/09/2023 to the LPA. The director stated she understands the director packet must be reviewed and approved before a new director works at the facility.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Cynthia Gray	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2258
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood	TELEPHONE: (619) 767-2241
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 06/05/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/05/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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