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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197414060
Report Date: 10/27/2023
Date Signed: 10/27/2023 04:14:06 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
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245



FACILITY NAME:VENTRE FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197414060
ADMINISTRATOR:VENTRE, KARENFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(310) 387-3746
CITY:TORRANCESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90503
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 9DATE:
10/27/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:21 AM
MET WITH:Coral Socash TIME COMPLETED:
12:21 PM
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On 10/27/2023 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Sarah Garcia conducted an unannounced Annual Required Inspection at 4613 W. 191 St, Torrance, CA 90503. LPA was greeted by licensee, Karen Ventre and assistant, Coral Socash.

During the initial inspection, LPA observed 7 children in care.

Facility operates Monday through Thursday from 8:00a.m. to 5:30 p.m, Friday 8:00am-4:00pm. Currently licensee is available to care for children 0 years old to 5 years old. Facility is Large Family Child Care Home with a max capacity of 14. Licensee currently has 10 children enrolled. LPA observed current children’s roster. During the inspection, 2 more children were dropped off and LPA observed 9 children in care.

LPA toured the home inside and outside. The home is a single-family home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, living room, daycare area, kitchen area, garage, and outdoor area. Licensee confirmed the following areas are designated for day care only: Daycare area, bathroom #1, and outdoor area. The bathroom #1 that children use is located next to the daycare area. LPA inspected the bathroom and did not observe any medications, toxins or cleaning compounds that would pose a risk to children in care. LPA observed the bathroom with a safety latch under the sink, making the content inaccessible to the children in care. LPA observed the above light fixture to be exposed and without a light cover. Licensee states the light fixture broke a few weeks back and the landlord has not come to fix it.

LPA inspected the daycare area and observed age appropriate toys, furniture and activities for children while in care. LPA observed play yards to be utilized for children's sleep. LPA observed the outdoor play area. Outdoor play equipment is free from sharp or loose objects. Licensee ensures the outdoor play equipment is cleaned daily. The outside play area is gated.



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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sarah GarciaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3066
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/27/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/27/2023
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
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: VENTRE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414060
VISIT DATE: 10/27/2023
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The following areas are OFF LIMITS to the children in care: Bedroom #1, bedroom #2, bedroom #3, kitchen area, living room, and garage. LPA observed bedroom #1, bedroom #2, and bedroom #3 to have safety locks to ensure inaccessible to children in care. The living room and kitchen area are separated from the daycare area with two baby gates. LPA inspected the kitchen area and observed medications are placed on the top left cabinet in the kitchen. LPA observed sharp objects and knives in the top cabinet to be out of reach for children. LPA observed the cleaning solutions on the top cabinet above the microwave to be out of reach to the children in care. LPA observed the garage to be locked and inaccessible to the children in care. LPA inspected the living room and observed the space to be clean and orderly. LPA observed a fireplace and advised licensee to install a safety latch by 11/01/2023 and send proof to LPA via email sarah.garcia@dss.ca.gov.

LPA observed three dogs in the home. LPA discussed the importance of making sure that parents know program has pets in the home. Dogs remain locked in bedroom #3 and have outdoor access to the side of the house.


All electrical outlets were observed to be covered. LPA reminded licensee to ensure all areas that have been designated as OFF LIMITS need to have doors closed, locked, and made inaccessible when children are present.

LPA observed licensee test the carbon monoxide and smoke detector in the home. LPA observed a charged fire extinguisher (3:A:40:BC). LPA observed a first aid kit including band aids and thermometer. Licensee confirmed program provides meals and snacks. LPA discussed the importance of maintaining a system where allergies and food restrictions are noted.

No swimming pools or bodies of water were observed in the space. There are no firearms or ammunition on the premises.

Licensee currently does not administer medication. Adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort were observed in the space. The home has working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number (310) 387- 3746.

Licensee ensures 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. Licensee does not provide transportation.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sarah GarciaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3066
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2023
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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. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: VENTRE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414060
VISIT DATE: 10/27/2023
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Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained during today’s inspection.

LPA reviewed 6 children’s files and observed files to be complete. LPA discussed all necessary forms needed in each children’s file and provided licensee with the LIC 311D- Records to be maintain in the facility and provided licensee with a current copy to use as a reference when auditing files.

LPA reviewed Licensee’s Pediatric CPR and First certification and observed certification with an expiration date of 08/2025. LPA reviewed licensee's mandated reporter certificate issued 09/05/2022 and reminded licensee to renew every two years.

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.

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. 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/.

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


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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sarah GarciaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3066
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2023
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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. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
FACILITY NAME: VENTRE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414060
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During the exit interview, the assistant, Coral Socash, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex
Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page, 809D) Licensee was provided with a copy of appeal rights.

Type B citation
LPA Sarah Garcia informed licensee Coral Socash that this report dated 10/27/2023 documents (1) Type B citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Garcia informed the licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 10/27/2023 that documents any Type B citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

LPA created a Plan of Correction (POC) for licensee to completed and sent via email by 5pm on 11/01/2023.

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

Exit interview conducted and report along with appeal rights was reviewed with the assistant, Coral Socash.

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/inspection-process.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sarah GarciaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3066
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/27/2023
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Document Has Been Signed on 10/27/2023 04:14 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAYCARE-NO.WEST, 300 CONTINENTAL BLVD. STE 290A
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245


FACILITY NAME: VENTRE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197414060

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/27/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in having an exposed above light fixture in the bathroom #1 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/01/2023
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Licensee will fix and repair the exposed light fixture and send proof of corrections via email sarah.garcia@dss.ca.gov by 5pm 11/01/2023.
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POC Due Date:
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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: Maureen NealTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3042
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Sarah GarciaTELEPHONE: (424) 301-3066
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/27/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/27/2023
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