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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304204397
Report Date: 04/17/2023
Date Signed: 04/17/2023 03:51:03 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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868



FACILITY NAME:ALLEN, PATRICIAFACILITY NUMBER:
304204397
ADMINISTRATOR:ALLEN, PATRICIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(949) 212-1919
CITY:LAKE FORESTSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92630
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 13DATE:
04/17/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:45 PM
MET WITH:Allen Patrcia, Licensee TIME COMPLETED:
03:45 PM
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An Annual Random inspection was conducted at the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Patricia Duron met with licensee and census was taken. There were 13 children in care which included 12 preschool children and 1 school age children in day care area. Licensee was operating within the licensed capacity as specified on license.

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility residents, staff, or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. Currently there is 1 adult living in the facility. Facility Day care hours are 7:15am-5pm, Monday through Friday.

During today’s inspection, LPA and licensee toured the inside and outside areas identified in the facility sketch as accessible to child care children. Off limits areas are made inaccessible by means of baby gate. This is a two story home which consists of 3 bedrooms including a bonus room, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room. Licensee has designated the family room, dining areas, kitchen and downstairs bathroom for the care and supervision of day care children. Fireplace is covered with a baby gate and an activity calendar serves as a barrier and remains inaccessible to children. Front yard is open and used only as an entrance and backyard is fenced and outdoor activities are held. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: Upstairs bedrooms / bathrooms and garage. The licensee provides food for children in care and is enrolled in the food program. Operating hours: 07.15 am to 5.00 pm.

The licensee states that 1 adult lives in the home and 0 children currently reside in the home. Licensee states that she currently has one assistant. All individuals present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed home.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patricia DuronTELEPHONE: (714) 293-9465
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/17/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/17/2023
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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: ALLEN, PATRICIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304204397
VISIT DATE: 04/17/2023
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All areas identified on the facility sketch that children use, were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, ventilation and heating (central). The following was observed and reviewed during this inspection. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medications, and other items which could pose a danger are inaccessible to children. Detergents are locked in a cabinet in the laundry room in the locked cabinets. The licensee states that poisons and toxic items are stored in the garage and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. Licensee stated there are no firearms on the premises. LPA advised anytime when firearms are present, they must be locked and stored separately from the ammunition.

The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. Children use the back yard for outdoor play time. There is cemented area as well as grassy area where climbing structures are placed, covered patio area is also used for table top activities and if weather is permissible children have meals on the tables. Outdoor area was observed to be clean with age appropriate toys and equipment's which were clean and free of any sharp objects. No swimming pool, spa or other bodies of water observed on the premises.

There are working carbon monoxide, smoke detector, and fire extinguishers in the home that meet statutory and State Fire Marshall standards. Detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. LPA verified there is a working telephone service (cellular service). There were no poisons or other items observed which could pose a danger to children or if they were observed, they were locked or inaccessible. There are no bodies of water on the premises.

The licensee does have a current roster of children in care. Children’s records for children present during LPA’s inspection were reviewed for a copy of the emergency information card that contains all the information specified by regulation (LIC 700) and found to be in compliance.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patricia DuronTELEPHONE: (714) 293-9465
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2023
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: ALLEN, PATRICIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304204397
VISIT DATE: 04/17/2023
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The licensee and assistant’s Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expired 10/20/23. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for licensee were reviewed and within compliance. Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

The licensee understands she must be present in the facility and must ensure children in care are always supervised. Children are not to be left alone in parked vehicles. When the licensee is temporarily absent from the facility, arrangements must be made for a qualified substitute adult to care and supervise children while absent. The substitute adult must have the required criminal record, child abuse index clearances, immunizations, Pediatric CPR/First Aid, and mandated reporter training. LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

CCLD website www.ccld.ca.gov was provided to licensee to access regulations, updates, and licensing forms.


The Licensee was informed of the Important Updates available at www.ccld.ca.gov and may request to be added to an email list to receive Community Care Licensing Important Notifications from the above website and selecting Receive Important Updates link

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patricia DuronTELEPHONE: (714) 293-9465
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2023
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: ALLEN, PATRICIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 304204397
VISIT DATE: 04/17/2023
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A copy of the 2016 “A Child Care Providers Guide to Safe Sleep” was provided to the licensee. The following electronic links were also provided:
English: https//www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/SIDS/Documents/SIDSchildcaresafesleep.pdf
AAP:https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/A-Parents-Guide-to-Safe-Sleep.aspx
NIH: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/safesleepbasics/environment/room/text_alternative
Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials
LPA reviewed with licensee the following safe sleep best practices:
· Always place infants on their backs for sleeping
· Use only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib or play yard mattress
· Do not hang any items from the crib or above the crib
· Keep all items, including blankets, out of the crib or play yard
· Pacifiers may be used if they do not have items attached to them
· Infants should not be swaddled or have any items covering them while sleeping
· The temperature of the room should be comfortable enough for an adult to wear a t-shirt and not be too hot or too cold.

In the areas that were evaluated, NO deficiencies were observed of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 at the time of the visit.

An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Patricia Allen. Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above. The Notice of Site Visit was posted and discussed as required by H&S Code Sec. 1596.817. Notice of Site Visit must be posted for 30 consecutive days. Failure to post will result in civil penalties of $100.00. The Notice of Site Visit must be posted on or adjacent to the door.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Thuy HoTELEPHONE: (714) 287-8515
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patricia DuronTELEPHONE: (714) 293-9465
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/17/2023
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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