304310198-7-26-2021-06-CC-ECOL-C5AS6J-20210726133602

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304310198
Report Date: 07/26/2021
Date Signed: 07/26/2021 01:36:09 PM

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:	COLASANTE, MARGARET		FACILITY NUMBER:	304310198
ADMINISTRATOR:	COLASANTE, MARGARET		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(714) 539-2044
CITY:	GARDEN GROVE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92841
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 8	DATE:	07/26/2021
TYPE OF VISIT:	Case Management - Annual Continuation	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	10:00 AM
MET WITH:	Licensee - Margaret Colasante		TIME COMPLETED:	01:50 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	A Case Management - Annual Continuation Inspection was conducted in the facility by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Corral. COVID-19 Prescreening Questionnaire was reviewed with Licensee by LPA Corral. During Inspection LPA Corral observed Licensee Margaret Colasante and Assistant Marlene Estrada caring for 7 children which included 1 infant, 4 preschool age children and 2 school age children in care. Licensee's daughter also named Margaret Colasante was leaving Facility to drop off a school age child to a different child care. Licensee was operating within the licensed capacity as specified on license. Due to COVID 19 guidelines, LPA observed staff wearing face masks. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary conducted on 07/19/2021 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 are 3 adults living in the home which includes the Licensee, her Husband and adult daughter. There are also 3 Foster Care Children who reside in the home. This is an Annual Continuation Inspection which was initiated on 07/21/2021. LPA Corral and licensee toured the inside and outside areas which are accessible to children in care. The areas accessible to children are the front yard that is the main entrance of the home which is gated, play room that is accessible through the front yard, a napping/changing room that is accessible through the play room, and the bathroom that is located in the napping/changing room. The front yard is gated and children enter the facility through a door located in the front yard. During the 07/21/2021 Inspection the front yard contained 2 swings and a trampoline that posed a potential risk to children in care. During today’s inspection the swings and the trampoline had been removed. The main home is off limits and not available to children in care, the home is made inaccessible by the use of a lock and key door that is located in the napping/changing room, next to the bathroom. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were made inaccessible to children and are stored in the garage. Medication is also inaccessible and stored in the kitchen above the oven, 5 feet high. Continue to Page 2.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rina Lopez	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2808
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Eileen Corral	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-8354
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/26/2021

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2021

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: COLASANTE, MARGARET	FACILITY NUMBER: 304310198
	VISIT DATE: 07/26/2021

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Licensee stated there are no firearms and/or other dangerous weapons in the facility, and none were observed during today's inspections. There is a fireplace in the living room that is covered by the use of a fire place cover. The living room is not used by the children in care and is made inaccessible to children by the door being locked that is before the hallway.

The home has age appropriate toys and books for the ages served. LPA Corral verified there is a working telephone service via the Licensee’s land line, LPA Corral obtained Licensee’s cell phone number. There were no poisons or other items observed which could pose a danger to children were observed. LPA Corral observed the home to have a swimming pool in the backyard which was gated and had a self-latching gate which meets Licensing Regulation Requirements. Licensee stated children in care do not use the swimming pool.

During the inspection conducted on 07/21/2021 LPA observed clutter inside and outside of the home, unsafe play equipment was present in the front yard, the children’s bathroom was unsanitary which contained urine in 1 of the 4 portable potties. LPA Corral observed the trash bin to be full in the play room. Thirteen sleeping cots were present in the playroom, 8 out of the 13 sleeping cots were observed by LPA Corral and LPA Tran to not have crib sheets on. LPA Corral observed an electricity outlet accessible to children located in the far-right corner of the wall where 2 infants were playing in the portable play area. These issues will be discussed and cited in an upcoming Non-Compliance Conference.

On 07/21/2021 LPA Tran reviewed Children and Staff Records. Licensee did not have files for 3 out of the 16 children that were present in care. The licensee did not have a current roster of children in care. Children’s records for the 9 files reviewed on 07/21/2021 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.

Licensee and Licensee's Daughter/Assistant Margaret Colasante Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expire on 11/2022. 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.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rina Lopez	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2808
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Eileen Corral	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-8354
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/26/2021

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2021

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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: COLASANTE, MARGARET	FACILITY NUMBER: 304310198
	VISIT DATE: 07/26/2021

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Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles and the flu for Licensee, Licensee's daughter, Marlene Estrada and Maria Gomez were reviewed and within compliance. Immunizations were unavailable for review for Assistant Maria Gomez. 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. Assistant Margaret Colasante completed Mandated Reporter Training on 10/15/2019. Licensee was unable to locate her Mandated Reporter Training certificate.

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. Licensee was advised to register through childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov in order to receive quarterly updates. Licensee was advised of their responsibility to review the Provider Information Notices (PIN) found on the CCLD website. A copy of the California Department of Social Services Lead Information Brochure was explained and provided to the licensee. 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
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rina Lopez	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2808
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Eileen Corral	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-8354
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/26/2021

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2021

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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: COLASANTE, MARGARET	FACILITY NUMBER: 304310198
	VISIT DATE: 07/26/2021

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Safe to Sleep Campaign: https://safetosleep.nichd.nih.gov/materials website was also provided to Licensee.

LPA reviewed with licensee the following safe sleep best practices:
- Always place infants on their backs for sleeping, only a tight-fitting sheet on the crib/play yard
- Do not hang items from the crib or above the crib, keep all items including blankets out of the crib/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, not too hot or too cold

A copy of the Provider Information Notice (PIN) 20-06-CCP Social and Physical Distancing Guidance and Healthy practices for childcare facilities in response to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic written in collaboration with the CA Department of Education. A copy of COVID-19 posters and Essential workers list.

The facility was not in compliance and in violation of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 which were observed during the 07/21/2021 Inspection. The Physical Plant and Facility Record Review violations of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22; Division 12 will be cited during the Non-Compliance Conference (NCC). Licensee will be notified about scheduled NCC Meeting via letter that will be mailed to Licensee's home.

An exit interview was conducted with Licensee Margaret Colasante. Appeal Rights were provided and explained, 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. Licensee will update Application for a Family Child Care Home License (LIC 279), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610) and bring with her during our NCC Meeting. LPA Corral will email Licensee and provide detailed information all missing documentation. Licensee will provide LPA Corral the Missing Record Review Documentation requested.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Rina Lopez	TELEPHONE: (714) 703-2808
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Eileen Corral	TELEPHONE: (714) 743-8354
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/26/2021

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/26/2021

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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