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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elka Chavez conducted an unannounced annual random inspection to the above facility. LPA met with Aida Ramos, Licensee, who guided analyst on a tour of the facility at approximately 1:30 pm. Also present during this inspection, Maria Elena Ramos (assistant). Jessica Ramos (assistant) joined Licensee after the touring the facility. Adults residing in the home was discussed and noted. Per Licensee, there are 8 children currently enrolled and 6 children present during inspection. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 6:00am to 6:00pm.
This is a single-story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, detached garage, front yard (fenced) and backyard (fenced). Per Licensee, areas off-limits to children and parents are the front yard (fenced), 3 bedrooms, bathroom located inside the bedroom facing the backyard, laundry room and backyard area located in the right side of the detached garage. LPA observed a gate making the area inaccessible to children in care. Per Licensee the two Chihuahuas dogs stay in the front yard (fenced).
Areas used by children include: Main house, kitchen, bathroom in the bedroom hallway, living room, backyard (fenced) and detached garage.
Areas off limits include: Bedrooms located in the main house, laundry room, front yard (fenced) and backyard area located in the right side of the detached garage.
All areas that are accessible to children were inspected for safety, comfort and cleanliness. Per Licensee, there are no firearms stored in the home and no one smokes. There are no fireplaces in the home. LPA observed ventilation units in the main house and the detached garage. LPA observed both units to be on and functioning. Licensee stated that she uses portable heaters. LPA observed the portable heaters and advised licensee to use heaters that are coll to the touch and that don’t radiate heat. There is a house phone and a cell phone available on the premises during operating hours. Detergents, cleaning compounds are under the kitchen sink. |