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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 153804071
Report Date: 06/27/2023
Date Signed: 06/27/2023 11:54:25 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/27/2023 11:54 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME:TAKE KARE DAY CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
153804071
ADMINISTRATOR:OSCARSON, PATRICIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(661) 587-8272
CITY:BAKERSFIELDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93314
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 10DATE:
06/27/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:20 AM
MET WITH:Jenna Lehtinen - AssistantTIME COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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On 6/27/2023, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jessika Thompson conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection. LPA was met by Assistant #1, Jenna Lehtinen. Also present was Assistant #2 (S2) and 10 day-care children. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:00AM – 5:00PM.

LPA toured the home inside and outside and a census was taken. Licensee’s current facility sketch was reviewed, and Assistant #1 confirmed that the kitchen, bathroom, family room, playroom, and dining room are used for providing care. Swimming pool is fenced per regulation. The pool gate is self-latching, self-closing and opens away from the swimming pool. No windows or doors have direct access to the pool area. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. No poisons were observed during the inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medication and other hazardous items are made inaccessible.

The fireplace located in the family room is made inaccessible by a screen and will not be in use during day-care hours. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. There are no stairs in this home. Safe toys and play equipment are observed. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number is (661) 587-8272.

There are currently no infants in care. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Assistant #1 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 Assistant #1 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 and/or assistant providers ensure that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles. Car seats are used for transportation purposes only and are not used for sleeping children (continued on LIC809C).

SUPERVISORS NAME: Susie Fanning
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jessika Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/27/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/27/2023
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
FRESNO SOUTH CC, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: TAKE KARE DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 153804071
VISIT DATE: 06/27/2023
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The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced and there are no hazards to children present. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files were complete with emergency information as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 4/16/22. Assistant #1's Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 4/25/22. Assistant #2's Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 4/17/22. Licensee, Assistant #1 & Assistant #2's pediatric CPR/First Aid expires on 10/08/24. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis and measles. All adults who reside or work in the home have a criminal record clearance or exemption. There are no excluded individuals present at this home. Staff were reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. LPA advised staff that an IMS plan is required to be submitted to the licensing office if the licensee provides any of these services. Information regarding Americans with Disability Act (ADA) can be obtained by contacting US Department of Justice toll free ADA Information line at (800) 514-0301(voice), (800) 514-0383 (TDD) and website link https://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

LPA and staff discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to Provider Information Notices (PINs), Quarterly Updates, COVID-19 Information and Resources, Mandated Reporter Training, Safe Sleep in Child Care, Lead Poisoning Facts, Forms and Regulations.



Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, no deficiencies are cited. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with staff.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Susie Fanning
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jessika Thompson
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/27/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/27/2023
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