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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376618848
Report Date: 11/18/2022
Date Signed: 11/21/2022 12:05:58 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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108



FACILITY NAME:MEDDINGS, MONICA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
376618848
ADMINISTRATOR:MONICA MEDDINGSFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(760) 744-1422
CITY:SAN MARCOSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92069
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 9DATE:
11/18/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:50 AM
MET WITH:Monica MeddingsTIME COMPLETED:
10:50 AM
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On 11/18/2022 at 8:50AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Samantha Clenista conducted an unannounced random inspection. Upon arrival, LPA met with the Licensee, Monica Meddings. LPA observed a total of 9 children (3 who are infants). Also present was Licensee's two helpers, Veronica Sanchez and Brenda Ibanez. The home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. The children were observed playing outside in the backyard, appropriately supervised.

Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Areas used for child care include the following areas: living room, dining room, hallway bathroom, enclosed patio, and enclosed front porch. The fireplace located in the living room has a glass door inaccessible to children. Off limit areas include all bedrooms, kitchen, laundry room, garage, 2nd bathroom, car port, and upper level of the backyard. Off limits areas have been made inaccessible with the use of safety gates and/or door knob covers. The facility has sufficient toys and equipment available. The home has a fenced backyard available for outdoor activities.

The home has a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detector that meet requirements and are operational. All hazardous items were latched/locked and secured out of reach of children. Licensee stated that there are no bodies of water or weapons in the home. A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances. Licensee's EMSA approved First Aid and CPR certifications are valid through 03/2023. Licensee has completed the online mandated child abuse training on 09/22/2022 and was advised that it must be renew every two years. All five of the children records were reviewed. Facility has an updated roster and fire/disaster drill log available for review. Licensee last conducted a drill was an earthquake drill on 09/16/2022. A copy of the facility roster was obtained during today’s inspection. Licensee immunization requirements per SB792 were met.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Monica CuddyTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samantha ClenistaTELEPHONE: (619) 818-6740
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/18/2022
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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: MEDDINGS, MONICA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376618848
VISIT DATE: 11/18/2022
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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 following items were discussed with provider: Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers are not allowed in day care. Effects of Lead Exposure and reporting responsibilities were discussed. The ABC’S of Safe Sleep: Sleep is Safest: Alone, on their Back in an empty Crib on a firm mattress.

Child Care Providers can now sign up for Quarterly Updates and PINS through the DSS website at https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe. LPA discussed California Megan's Law with provider and advised her to go on the website at www.meganslaw.ca.gov.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a licensed Family Child Care Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Monica CuddyTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samantha ClenistaTELEPHONE: (619) 818-6740
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022
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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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: MEDDINGS, MONICA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376618848
VISIT DATE: 11/18/2022
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Monica CuddyTELEPHONE: (619) 767-2249
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Samantha ClenistaTELEPHONE: (619) 818-6740
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/18/2022
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