434412647-10-25-2024-07-CC-FRAA-DADHF2-20241025060847

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434412647
Report Date: 10/24/2024
Date Signed: 10/25/2024 06:08:57 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/25/2024 06:08 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN JOSE-DAY CARE, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	DHARAMANA, SOBHARANI		FACILITY NUMBER:	434412647
ADMINISTRATOR:	DHARAMANA, SOBHARANI		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(408) 368-5115
CITY:	SAN JOSE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95135
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	10/24/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	02:30 PM
MET WITH:	Sobha Rani Dharamana		TIME COMPLETED:	03:45 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	On 10/24/2024 at 2:30pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs), Farida Raja and Linke 'Kate' Huang, conducted an unannounced annual/random inspection. LPAs were granted access to the home by Licensee, Sobha Rani Dharamana and explained the nature of today’s inspection. There were no daycare children present during today's inspection and Licensee stated that she has not resumed operations after obtaining the new fire clearance on 01/22/2024. Licensee states that she plans to reopen in August 2025. Licensee stated that days and hours of operation will be Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Licensee states that she will only care for school-age children from 2-6 pm and full days on school holidays and summer break. The adults that reside in the home are Licensee and spouse. A review of records indicates that all individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. LPAs toured the indoor and outdoor areas of the home during today's inspection. LPAs reminded licensee that all required posted materials should be in an area visible to parents. Licensee has a working telephone in the home. The home has central heating/cooling and ventilation for comfort of children. The home is two story and LPAs reminded licensee that all stairs need to be barricaded if licensee is providing care to children under 5 years old. Licensee stated that the on limit areas inside the home will be the dining area, living room, family room and two bathrooms. LPAs reminded Licensee that all detergents, cleaning compounds, poisons, medications, sharp objects and other similar items need to be stored inaccessible to children. LPAs observed a glass screened fireplace in the family room of the home. Backyard is fenced and both sides of the home are gated. There were no bodies of water observed. LPAs observed that the bathrooms used by children were in operating condition. Toilets and faucet are clean and operable. LPAs observed a 2A10BC fire extinguisher in the laundry area and working smoke/carbon monoxide detector. Licensee states that she does not have any weapons or pets in the home. Licensee understands that smoking is prohibited in the home. Continued on Page 2

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Farida Raja	TELEPHONE: (916) 926-9269
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/24/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/24/2024

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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
SAN JOSE-DAY CARE, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: DHARAMANA, SOBHARANI	FACILITY NUMBER: 434412647
	VISIT DATE: 10/24/2024

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Licensee's Pediatric CPR/First Aid and Mandated Reporter Training has expired. Licensee to complete both training's before accepting children in care. Licensee has required immunization in file for measles and pertussis. LPAs reminded Licensee to obtain the influenza vaccine or maintain a statement declining the vaccine.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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.

Supervision of children was discussed with Licensee, and she understands that she or a qualified adult must be present in the home during day care hours and ensure that the children are supervised at all times. LPAs discussed the requirement for Licensee to be present at the facility 80 percent of the hours the facility is in operation and that temporary absences shall not exceed 20 percent of the hours that the facility is providing care per day. Licensee understands her capacity options and she understands that she cannot have more than 14 children in the home at any time and a qualified assistant must be present. Licensee understands in absence of a helper her license capacity is reduced to 8 and ratio (age of the children) must be observed.

Licensee is encouraged to visit the Department’s website at https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing to access general updates, resources for providers, regulations, adoptions of new laws, pay annual fees etc. LPAs provided Licensee with a copy of the annual fee notice during today's inspection.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Farida Raja	TELEPHONE: (916) 926-9269
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/24/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/24/2024

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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
SAN JOSE-DAY CARE, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: DHARAMANA, SOBHARANI	FACILITY NUMBER: 434412647
	VISIT DATE: 10/24/2024

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Licensees states that she plans to transport children. LPA reminded Licensee that children cannot be left in parked vehicles unattended at any time, the motor vehicles used to transport children shall be maintained in safe operating conditions, and all vehicle occupants must be secured in an appropriate restraint system.
Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

During the exit interview, licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

As a result of today's inspection, there were no deficiencies cited. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with licensee, Sobha Rani Dharamana.

A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 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: Gladys Kuizon	TELEPHONE: (510) 566-5850
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Farida Raja	TELEPHONE: (916) 926-9269
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/24/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/24/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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