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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198016060
Report Date: 10/18/2023
Date Signed: 10/18/2023 01:15:49 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 10/18/2023 01:15 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:MENDOZA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198016060
ADMINISTRATOR:MENDOZA, GLADYSFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(626) 498-3665
CITY:BALDWIN PARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91706
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 4DATE:
10/18/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:45 AM
MET WITH:Licensee Gladys MendozaTIME COMPLETED:
02:00 PM
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Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Mary Silva conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility on 10/18/23 at 11:45am. Licensing staff met with Licensee, Gladys Mendoza who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. There were four children present two of which were infants. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Per licensee 13 children are currently enrolled. 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 rooms, a fireplace located in the dining room, detached converted garage, front, side and backyard. Currently residing in the home are two adults(licensee and adult child) and no minor children. Licensee’s assistant Socorro Leon was present during this inspection.

Areas accessible to children were inspected as follows: kitchen, living room, dining room, one bathroom located in the hallway, and side yard.

Areas off limits include: three bedrooms, three bathrooms, front yard, back yard and converted garage.

LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the main entry way 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 09/15/2023.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary SilvaTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2711
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/18/2023
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. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MENDOZA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198016060
VISIT DATE: 10/18/2023
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The home was observed to be clean and orderly, with central air and heating. Licensing staff observed a fireplace located in the dining room next to the kitchen barricaded by a metal gate. 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 01/18/2023. Reminded licensee fire extinguisher should be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available for children. Licensee stated children bring all meals from home. Licensee transports children after-school.

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 side 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.



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 on expires 01/2025 for licensee, and for Socorro Leon. Mandated Reporter Training has been completed and expires on 10/2025 for licensee and on for Socorro Leon. www.mandatedreporterca.com
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 three 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. Page 2 of 3
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Christina GabelmanTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3380
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary SilvaTELEPHONE: (323) 558-2711
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2023
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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. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: MENDOZA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198016060
VISIT DATE: 10/18/2023
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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.

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, no deficiencies listed 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 Gladys Mendoza. Page 3 of 3

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

DATE: 10/18/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/18/2023
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