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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304371116
Report Date: 10/25/2023
Date Signed: 10/25/2023 02:27:07 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
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868



FACILITY NAME:CARDEN HALLFACILITY NUMBER:
304371116
ADMINISTRATOR:LAMBERT, DAWNFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1541 MONROVIA AVETELEPHONE:
(949) 645-1773
CITY:NEWPORT BEACHSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92663
CAPACITY:39CENSUS: 32DATE:
10/25/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:00 AM
MET WITH:Director Dawn Lambert & CFO Cicek ChekTIME COMPLETED:
03:15 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Romy Castanon conducted an onsite inspection for the purpose of an Annual. LPA met with Financial Chief Officer Cicek Chek and Director Dawn Lambert. LPA and Director toured Classroom #101, #102 and #103. Census was taken in each room. There was a total of 32 preschool children. The floor and yard plan (LIC 999) were verified. Facility hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

During the inspection of the indoor activity space, LPA did not observe any items which could pose a danger to children (poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medications or hazardous items). There is a filtered drinking water dispenser and paper cups available indoors for children in care. Children are also encouraged to bring their own water bottles. The children's bathrooms are clean and sanitary. Children nap on mats if they choose to sleep and bedding is stored individually. Facility provides sheets which are washed weekly on site.

Children bring lunch from home or parents have the option to purchase hot lunches. Hot lunches are prepared by a third-party company called Choice Foods Inc. Facility provides prepackaged snack for children. Menus were posted where they could be reviewed by parents.

The facility has conducted an emergency drill within the past six months, last conducted on 10/17/2023. The facility has a working carbon monoxide detector and fire alarm. Facility met all posting requirements. The California Child Passenger Safety Law was posted by the entrance of the facility office.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Romelia M CastanonTELEPHONE: (714) 743-8565
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/25/2023
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
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CARDEN HALL
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371116
VISIT DATE: 10/25/2023
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The outdoor activity space was inspected for compliance. The playground was enclosed by a fence at least five feet in height. The surface of the outdoor activity space was well maintained and free of hazards. The wood chips commercially produced for the purpose around the climbing equipment, structures, slides and other similar equipment appeared to be enough to absorbs falls. Drinking water in the outdoor activity space is by fountains for the child’s water bottles. The outdoor equipment and toys were free of sharp edges. There are no bodies of water present at the facility.

Three staff files were reviewed. Health screening and immunizations as required were reviewed. Beginning September 1, 2016, Health and Safety (H&S) 1597.622 states, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a childcare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Proof of immunization against pertussis, measles for three staff were reviewed and within compliance.

Beginning March 31, 2018, H&S Code 1596.8662 requires all directors and employees to complete mandated reporting training, and to renew the training every two years. 3 out of 3 staff members had current Mandated Reporter Training certificates. At least one staff member present possesses current EMSA approved Pediatric CPR/First Aid certifications, which expires 08/2024.

Sign in/out procedure was reviewed for compliance. The parent/guardian signing the child out uses their full and complete signature.

The director was informed that Licensing Quarterly Updates are available at www.ccld.ca.gov director may request to be added to an email list to receive a Quarterly Update by contacting the Child Care Advocate at childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov or at www.ccld.ca.gov
LPA provided Guardian Information and website info: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Romelia M CastanonTELEPHONE: (714) 743-8565
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/25/2023
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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
ORANGE COUNTY CC RO, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868
FACILITY NAME: CARDEN HALL
FACILITY NUMBER: 304371116
VISIT DATE: 10/25/2023
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Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.


For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP).
LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/

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.
Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the CFO Cieck Chek. Notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Appeal Rights and deficiencies were discussed. The Director was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058) 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.

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/inspection-process.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Patricia MaganaTELEPHONE: (714) 703-2821
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Romelia M CastanonTELEPHONE: (714) 743-8565
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/25/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/25/2023
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