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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018794
Report Date: 01/17/2024
Date Signed: 01/18/2024 08:40:03 AM


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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. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:YMCA OF METRO LA KETCHUM- DOWNTOWN 8TH ST PRESCHOOFACILITY NUMBER:
198018794
ADMINISTRATOR:GABRIELA TORRESFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:2916 W. 8TH ST.TELEPHONE:
(323) 487-6592
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90005
CAPACITY:75CENSUS: 47DATE:
01/17/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:00 PM
MET WITH:Angela Villalta TIME COMPLETED:
03:30 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPAs) Seung Lee and Kruz Long conducted an unannounced Annual Required inspection. Upon arrival LPAs met with Director Angela Villalta who guided analysts on tour of the facility. This is State Funded Preschool program which operates from 7:00am to 5:30pm.

All areas identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. Bumblebee Room: Two staff, 12 children; Caterpillar Room: One staff with 12 children; Ladybug: Two staff, 10 children; Butterfly Room: Two staff,13 with children.

Physical Plant. Furniture and equipment was inspected for age appropriateness and good repair free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Napping cots were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage and cleanliness. Each child has there own cubby to keep personal belongings. Bedding and sheets are taken home with parents on Fridays to be washed. Floors are clean and safe. Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are kept in a storage area inaccessible to children Note: Any Poisons shall be kept locked. The facility has central air/heating. Electrical outlets are inaccessible. Trashcans have tight fitting lids for discarding food. Restrooms are clean and odor free. There is an adequate supply of toilet paper, paper towels, and soap. Drinking water containers are available. All restroom fixtures are height appropriate for children. Staff have their own restroom located next to the office. The isolation area for ill children is located in the office. A resting cot is available if necessary and children will be escorted to the staff bathroom if ill.

There is a kitchen with refrigerator, sink with hot and cold running water. Menus were reviewed and the facility provides an AM and PM snack. Containers used to discard food have tight fitting lids.The outdoor activity play area is comprised of cement and turf cushioning material. All areas around and under high climbing equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. Drinking water fountains are readily available. The play area has plenty of shade for hot temperatures.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Seung LeeTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3382
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/17/2024
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: YMCA OF METRO LA KETCHUM- DOWNTOWN 8TH ST PRESCHOO
FACILITY NUMBER: 198018794
VISIT DATE: 01/17/2024
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FACILITY RECORDS All staff present have obtained a criminal record clearance or criminal record exemption. There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aide.

Teacher child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. Sign in and out sheets were observed. In review of children’s records, files contain information including, but not limited to the following: Name, address and telephone number of authorized representatives who can assume responsibility for the child. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate. Menus are posted at least one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Snacks were reviewed for availability, quantity and appropriateness to children in care. Staff records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made.

Medication policy is as follows: Medication policy is as follows: Facility administers prescription medication. An authorization form must completed by parent and the same form is completed by staff once medication administered. Note: All medications must be in its original containers. All Medications are kept in the office. First Aid supplies are available. 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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 at: www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213)must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing reprehensive. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. Exit interview was conducted with Director Angela Villalta.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Claudia GuangorenaTELEPHONE: (323) -98-3391
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Seung LeeTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3382
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/17/2024
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