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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192000484
Report Date: 02/12/2024
Date Signed: 02/12/2024 11:38:18 AM


Document Has Been Signed on 02/12/2024 11:38 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
192000484
ADMINISTRATOR:CASTANEDA, MARIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(626) 962-2006
CITY:BALDWIN PARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91706
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 8DATE:
02/12/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:30 AM
MET WITH:Licensee Maria CastanedaTIME COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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Visit Conducted in Spanish

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Mary Silva and Saul Valenzuela conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 02/12/24 at 8:30am. Licensing staff met with Licensee who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. There were eight children present. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Per licensee ten children are currently enrolled including one infant children. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM.



This is a one story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry room, daycare room located in the rear of the facility, attached garage, fenced front and backyard. Currently residing in the home are two adults and no minor children. There was a total of 2 adults present during this inspection, licensee and licensee’s assistant/spouse Miguel Castaneda.

Areas accessible to children were inspected as follows: kitchen, dining room, two bedrooms, four bathrooms, daycare room located in the rear of the facility and fenced back yard.

Areas off limits include: One bedroom, living room, laundry room, garage, front yard and two located sheds located in the back yard are inaccessible to children.

LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the daycare room of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. LPA observed disaster drill conducted on 01/18/2024.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary SilvaTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2711
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/05/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/05/2024
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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in two out of two files, Per file review LPA(s) observed licensee and licensee's assistant had expired mandated reporter training. Licensee's expired on 04/29/2022 and assistant's expired 05/27/2022. which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/26/2024
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Licensee stated will submit copy of mandated reporter training to LPA via email for self and assistant by POC due date.
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102416(c)
Personnel Requirements
(c) The licensee and other personnel as specified shall complete training on preventive health practices, including pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and pediatric first aid, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in two out of two files reviewed LPA(s) observed licensee and licensee's assistant had expiredCPR First Aid Training certificate. Licensee's and assistants cards expired on 01/19/2024. which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/26/2024
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Licensee stated will submit copy of CPR First Aid card to LPA via email for self and assistant by POC due date.
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: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary SilvaTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2711
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 02/12/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484
VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024
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The home was observed to be clean and orderly, with central air and heating. Licensing staff observed the smoke detector and the carbon monoxide detector to be in operable condition. Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged with service tag dated 01/08/2024. Reminded licensee fire extinguisher should be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via land line and cell phone. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available for children. Licensee prepares breakfast, lunch, and pm snack for the children in care. Licensee transports children before and afterschool.

Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be locked, to be made inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Licensing staff reminded licensee smoking is not allowed in the home.

The Licensee uses the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play areas were observed to be fenced. Licensing staff observed that the outdoor yards have toys and other materials for children to play with. Licensing staff observed one dog in the facility. Reminded licensee pets must remain in off limits area during day care hours.



Child’s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights.

Licensee file was reviewed for the following: LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification expired on 01/19/2024 for licensee, and for assistant Miguel Castaneda. Mandated Reporter Training have been completed and expired on 04/29/2022 for licensee and on 05/27/2022 for assistantwww.mandatedreporterca.com
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary SilvaTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2711
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484
VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024
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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-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. Licensee currently has one infants enrolled. 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.


Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. 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/.

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/process.

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.

MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes - Licensee, 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.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary SilvaTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2711
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484
VISIT DATE: 02/12/2024
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Megan’s Law - Family Child Care Homes - During the exit interview, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Based on Licensing staff observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.



A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights was given.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Maria Castaneda.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary SilvaTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2711
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/12/2024
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