The facility is a two-story rental townhouse operated by the licensee. The home consists of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room, and a backyard. The residence was observed to be clean, organized, and well maintained. The home is equipped with adequate heating and ventilation to provide a safe and comfortable environment for children in care. The facility's operating hours are Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

The areas accessible to children (on-limit areas) include the kitchen, living room, downstairs bathroom located near the front entry, the left-side yard, and the backyard. The designated isolation area for an ill child is a section of the living room, where a child can be separated from the group while remaining under visual supervision.

The areas that are off-limits to children include the entire second level of the home and the storage sheds. These areas are inaccessible to children through the use of closed and/or locked doors and are further protected by visual supervision.

At approximately 9:50 AM, LPA asked the licensee whether firearms were kept in the home and whether transportation was provided for children in care. The licensee stated that no firearms are kept in the residence and that she does not provide transportation for children in care.

See LIC 809-C.

• 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.

LPA inspected the cabinets and storage areas throughout the on-limit portions of the home and observed that no hazardous materials, cleaning supplies, medications, or other toxic substances were accessible to children during today's inspection. LPA tested the smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector located in the living room and verified that both were operating properly. The home is equipped with a functioning telephone, a fully stocked first aid kit, and a fully charged 2A10BC fire extinguisher that meets the standards established by the State Fire Marshal. A wall heater located in the living room is screened/covered to prevent children from accessing it.

At approximately 10:20 AM, LPA inspected the outdoor play area and verified that there were no swimming pools, hot tubs, spas, or other accessible bodies of water on the property. The backyard was observed to be fully enclosed with appropriate fencing and free of hazardous conditions. Outdoor play equipment included slides, swings, ride-on cars, a basketball hoop, tables and chairs, a couch, a playhouse, and toy cars and trucks, all of which were age-appropriate and maintained in good condition. A canopy provided adequate shade to protect children from direct sunlight during outdoor activities. Multiple storage sheds located in the backyard were secured with locks, preventing children's access to equipment and tools.

At approximately 10:30 AM, LPA reviewed the files of four (4) children enrolled in care. Each file contained the required Identification and Emergency Information, Medical Consent, Parent's Rights, and Parent Notification of Additional Children in Care forms. LPA also reviewed personnel records and verified that staff files contained the required Health Screening documentation, Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse, and Employee Rights forms. During the record review, LPA verified that the licensee was in compliance with applicable immunization requirements for child care providers.

The licensee conducts and documents fire and disaster drills at least once every six (6) months. Documentation showed that the most recent drill was completed on 06/30/2026. The licensee has completed the required Health and Safety training and maintains current pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, which expires in November 2027. Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 02/01/2026. LPA reviewed the facility roster and verified that it accurately reflected the children currently enrolled as well as those no longer attending the facility. All required licensing notices and documents were observed to be posted in a location that is visible and accessible for public review.

See 809-C.

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.

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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 Lidia Lemus, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

There are no 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 Lidia Lemus.