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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191501798
Report Date: 01/25/2024
Date Signed: 01/25/2024 05:47:06 PM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:ABILITY FIRSTFACILITY NUMBER:
191501798
ADMINISTRATOR:JULIE MARTINFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:480 SOUTH INDIAN HILL BLVD.TELEPHONE:
(909) 621-4727
CITY:CLAREMONTSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91711
CAPACITY:58CENSUS: 14DATE:
01/25/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
03:00 PM
MET WITH:Julie MartinTIME COMPLETED:
06:00 PM
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On 1/25/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carolyn Tuba conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. LPA entered facility through a side door and there is a main entrance the parents and students utilize it for entry. There is a main lobby of the facility where typically a staff member is sitting to greet families. LPA met with Program Supervisor, Bonita Ramos and Director, Julie Martin who guided LPA on a tour of the facility indoors and outdoors. This is a school-age program which is licensed for 58 students who are also known as participants, and which operates Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Including all School Holidays and Breaks. The Director stated there are 60 participants currently enrolled on various schedules. The facility accommodates participants ages 5 to 21 years of age. LPA observed a total census of 14 participants with 4 staff members.

The following classrooms were inspected: Nicky’s Room, Room 1, 2 and 3, Lobby, Learning Lab, Computer Station, Kitchen, Playground, Pool, 3 student restrooms.

Room 1 cares for participants ages 14–17 years old. Room 2 cares for participants ages 10-13 years old. Room 3 cares for participants ages 5-9 years old. Nicky’s Room cares for participants ages 18-21 years old. All staff members were fingerprint cleared. Licensed facility is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license.

The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. Telephone service, heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. Storage for children’s belongings was inspected and meet all regulatory requirements. Availability of drinking water was reviewed and per Director participants bring water from home and filtered pitchers are available for refill along with disposable cups.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/25/2024
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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ABILITY FIRST
FACILITY NUMBER: 191501798
VISIT DATE: 01/25/2024
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Facility has a total of 4 regular size toilets including 2 sinks for older participants and 2 child size for younger participants including 2 child-size sinks. Each bathroom has adult size changing tables and a sink which is located arm’s length away from the changing table. Toys and surfaces are observed to be safe and clean. Staff restroom is available in the hallway.

Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors were present in the facility, tested and found to be operable. Fire extinguishers are serviced annually and were last serviced January 3, 2024. There are storage cubbies for the students. Classrooms were inspected and no hazardous items were found, cleaning items were located in the kitchen and were locked and inaccessible to the participants in care. No poisonous cleaning compounds were found in the facility. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted January 2024. There are several First Aid kits available inside each classroom and through-out the facility including one in the playground; the supplies were inventoried and found to be in good condition.

There is office space referred to as a Fish Bowl which can be used as office space and several other offices that are utilized by the administrators. LPA inspected the kitchen area where snack is prepped for distribution. Food preparation areas were toured for safety, cleanliness, and proper equipment. AM/PM snacks are served by the facility, lunch is provided by parents. Menus is posted in the main lobby of the facility. LPA observed parent board with all required documentation located in the hallway of the facility.

LPA was informed that there are currently children on medications and IMS documentation was reviewed with Director. LPA was informed that medication is currently stored in a locked cabinet in the mail room out of reach of the participants in care.

Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. This is currently an outside playground that is surrounded by a concrete wall and rod iron gate. All areas around or under climbing equipment, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with a formed surface and grassy areas. There is adequate shade in the play yard with trees. There is enough play equipment for the participants to use in the play yard.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed. LPA reminded Director for parents to use full signatures. Per Director a ProCare electronic system is also utilize.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/25/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ABILITY FIRST
FACILITY NUMBER: 191501798
VISIT DATE: 01/25/2024
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LPA reviewed Licensing staff records and found that they were complete including mandated reporting certificates. Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid, educational requirements, immunization records and health preventative practices documentation was reviewed. Children’s records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. LPA advised Director that not all staff require the 8-hour Health, Safety, Nutrition and Lead training.

LPA referred Director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information. Director provided LPA a copy of the Lead results, LIC 9275 & LIC 9276 for the Departments records. According to Director there was a Lead exceedance that has already been corrected.



There is a pool at the facility that per Director as of January 5, 2024, is no longer being used. The pool is locked and is surrounded by sliding glass doors and an iron gate that surrounds the pool itself with a self-closing gate. LPA inspected the doors which are currently locked and secured.

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides 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 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. 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.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018, any person who works in a childcare facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers. LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/25/2024
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: ABILITY FIRST
FACILITY NUMBER: 191501798
VISIT DATE: 01/25/2024
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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514- 0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.

Director was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

There are no deficiencies being cited on today’s visit.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, Julie Martin.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/25/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/25/2024
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