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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 013421968
Report Date: 06/23/2026
Date Signed: 06/23/2026 11:15:30 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME:MAHARJAN, BASANTIFACILITY NUMBER:
013421968
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		MAHARJAN, BASANTIFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(510) 282-6653
CITY:HAYWARDSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94541
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 7DATE:
06/23/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:05 AM
MET WITH:Basanti MaharjanTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
11:35 AM
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On June 23, 2026, at 8:05 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elimika Woods conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and met with licensee Basanti Maharjan. The facility operates as a Large Family Child Care Home with a licensed capacity of fourteen (14) children. At the time of the inspection, seven (7) children, including one (1) infant, were present and being supervised by the licensee and a fingerprint-cleared assistant. LPA toured the facility with the licensee, both inside and outside, to conduct a health and safety inspection.

The facility is owned and operated by the licensee and consists of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen, backyard, covered patio, and a converted garage used as the childcare room. LPA asked the licensee whether she had any firearms in the home or provided transportation for children in care. The licensee stated that she does not have any firearms in the home and does not provide transportation services. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

The on-limit areas include the covered patio, childcare room with adjoining rear bathroom, and backyard. The designated isolation area is located within a section of the childcare room and is situated away from other children in care.

The off-limit areas include the main house. These areas are made inaccessible to children through closed and/or locked doors and are monitored through visual supervision.

The childcare areas were observed to be clean, orderly, and well maintained. The facility is equipped with centralized heating, air conditioning, and ventilation to ensure the safety and comfort of children in care. LPA observed that the upper childcare area is secured with a gate barrier, preventing children from freely accessing the lower childcare area.

At approximately 8:35 AM, LPA asked the licensee whether she was providing Incidental Medical Services (IMS) to children in care. The licensee stated that she was not providing IMS. LPA discussed the Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy with the licensee. LPA advised the licensee that 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/.

See 809-C.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chandra Charles
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elimika Woods
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/23/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: MAHARJAN, BASANTI
FACILITY NUMBER: 013421968
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2026
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LPA inspected the cabinets in the on-limit areas, which include the covered patio, childcare room, and rear bathroom. During the inspection, LPA observed hazardous materials stored underneath the kitchen sink that were accessible to children in care. LPA reminded the licensee that all chemicals, cleaning products, and other hazardous materials must be stored out of reach of children or otherwise made inaccessible. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and verified that both were functioning properly. The home is equipped with a working telephone, a first aid kit, a wireless fire alarm system, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher, which meets the standards established by the State Fire Marshal.

At approximately 9:00 AM, LPA inspected the backyard area and confirmed that no pools, hot tubs, or other bodies of water were present, in compliance with childcare licensing regulations. The outdoor play area includes age-appropriate play equipment and outdoor furnishings, including a climbing apparatus, water faucet, tables, chalkboard, tricycles, playhouse, balls, play sink, and slides with cushioning underneath to absorb falls. The backyard is fully fenced and free from defects or hazardous conditions. A large awning provides shade and protection from harmful sunlight during outdoor activities.

At approximately 9:30 AM, LPA requested and reviewed the files of three (3) children in care and one (1) staff member. Children's files contained the required Parent Notification of Additional Children in Care, Identification and Emergency Information, Parent's Rights, and Medical Consent forms. The staff file contained the required Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, TB clearance documentation, and Employee Rights forms. During the review, LPA also checked the health records of the licensee, and children and found that the licensee is in compliance with immunization laws applicable to childcare providers.

The licensee conducts and documents fire and disaster drills at least once every six months, with the most recent drill conducted on February 27, 2026. The licensee has completed the required Health and Safety training and maintains current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, which expires in August 2026. Additionally, the licensee completed Mandated Reporter Training on June 21, 2025. LPA reviewed the facility roster and verified that it accurately reflects currently enrolled children as well as those no longer attending the facility. All required licensing documents were observed to be posted and readily visible for public review.

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-andresources/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.

See 809-C.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chandra Charles
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elimika Woods
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
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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
OAKLAND SOUTH CC RO, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612
FACILITY NAME: MAHARJAN, BASANTI
FACILITY NUMBER: 013421968
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2026
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Effective August 1, 2003, California Law requires Family Child Care Home licensees to report unusual incidents or injuries to children in care to children’s parents and to the Department of Social Services using the Unusual Incident/Injury form (LIC 624B). Incidents must be reported within 24 hours by phone, fax, or electronic mail. The licensee was also reminded that Mandated Reporter Training ("General" and "Child Care Providers") is required for all staff and is to be renewed every 2 years by visiting www.mandatedreporterca.com.

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.

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.

The licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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

The following deficiency was observed during today's inspection:


At 9:15 AM, LPA observed chemicals underneath the kitchen sink in the childcare room.

See 809-D for deficiencies cited today. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Basanti Maharjan.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chandra Charles
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Elimika Woods
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/23/2026
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Created By: Elimika Woods On 06/23/2026 at 10:42 AM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 1515 CLAY STREET STE 1102
OAKLAND, CA 94612

FACILITY NAME: MAHARJAN, BASANTI
FACILITY NUMBER: 013421968

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/23/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(4)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (4) Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where they are inaccessible to children.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which she stored chemicals in an area that was accessible to children in care which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/23/2026
Plan of Correction
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Licensee will remove the chemicals from underneath the kitchen sink or place a child proof device on the cabinet immediately.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Chandra Charles
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Elimika Woods
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/23/2026


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