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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 136609660
Report Date: 06/29/2026
Date Signed: 06/29/2026 12:26:53 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
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:ARMSTRONG, SUSIE FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
136609660
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		SUSIE ARMSTRONGFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(760) 693-6271
CITY:BRAWLEYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92227
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 3CENSUS: 2DATE:
06/29/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:30 AM
MET WITH:Susie ArmstrongTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:35 PM
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On June 29, 2026 at 10:30 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angela Nguyen conducted an unannounced Annual/ Random Inspection and met with the Licensee, Susie Armstrong. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted facility entry by the Licensee. The Licensee, Licensee's husband, Andrew Armstrong, minor grand daughter, and 2 day care children were present during the inspection.This facility is a one story, four bedroom, two bathroom house. The following areas are used for childcare: living room, bathroom, dining room area, kitchen and backyard. Off limits areas include: bedrooms #1, #2 #3 and #4, master bathroom, laundry room, patio, which are made inaccessible through the use of locks and doorknob covers, and child proof gates separating the hallway. Hours of operation hours are Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM-5:30 PM.

There is a fenced in- ground swimming pool and pond that are in the back section of the back yard which is fenced and gated within regulations. The in ground pool is fenced with an iron rod fencing with 4 in gaps and no gap at the bottom and is locked. The pond area is also included in the fenced area. Licensee has ordered the safety equipment, pool alarm and will start the daily check.

The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector are operational. Hazardous items were observed in a locked cabinet during this inspection. LPA observed children’s toys and play equipment available for children. Licensee uses fenced backyard for outdoor play. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. The licensee provided proof of control of property. Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire in 12/2027. Licensee has required immunization. Mandated Reporter Training expired on 06/2026. LPA reminded licensee that Mandated reporter and Pediatric CPR/ First aid expires every 2 years and shall be kept on file at the facility. Licensee provides breakfast, lunch and a snack to the children.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/29/2026
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
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: ARMSTRONG, SUSIE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 136609660
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2026
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The facility roster is maintained and was reviewed. The last fire drill was conducted and documented on 10/16/2025. Child record review was conducted and determined to be complete. LPA obtained a copy of current children facility roster. LPA discussed the facility emergency disaster plan, LIC 311D and safety of children. LPA reminded Licensee of the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms. LPA advised Licensee that prior to making alterations or additions to the home or grounds, including installation of in ground or above ground bodies of water, the licensee shall notify the Department of the proposed change. Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare.

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.

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 license of the importance of checking for and removing any 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.

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/.

California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 3), 5 type B deficiencies are being cited on the attached LIC 809-D.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2026
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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
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: ARMSTRONG, SUSIE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 136609660
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2026
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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, the Licensee, Susie Armstrong, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

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.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Susie Armstrong.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms.

To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

Please visit the Guardian web page and set-up your Guardian account. https://cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian. If you have any questions regarding Guardian, please contact CDSS at email: guardian@dss.ca.gov

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.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/29/2026
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Created By: Angela Nguyen On 06/29/2026 at 11:45 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: ARMSTRONG, SUSIE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 136609660

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(9)(A)
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: (9) Each family child care home shall have a written disaster plan of action prepared on a form approved by the Department. All children, age and ability permitting, and the provider, the assistant provider, and other members of the household, shall be instructed in their duties under the disaster plan. As their age and ability permit, newly enrolled children shall be informed promptly of their duties as required in the plan. (A) Each family child care home shall conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every six months.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not conducting a fire and disaster drill within 6 months which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/10/2026
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Licensee stated that she will conduct a fire and disaster drill today and send proof of completion to SDCCRO no later than 07/10/2026.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.814(a)(1)(B)(ii)(I)
Pool Safety
(ii) (I) An alarm that, when placed in a swimming pool, will sound upon detecting an entrance into the water. The alarm shall be turned on and be in working condition during a facility’s operating hours while the swimming pool is not in use.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having an pool alarm for the inground pool which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/30/2026
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Licensee stated that she will order the required pool alarm no later than 07/30/2026 and send proof to SDCCRO.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Angela Nguyen
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2026


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Created By: Angela Nguyen On 06/29/2026 at 11:45 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: ARMSTRONG, SUSIE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 136609660

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.814(a)(2)(B)
Pool Safety
(a) A licensed family daycare home operated at a private single-family dwelling with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (2) The licensee shall have the following safety equipment visible from the swimming pool and readily available for immediate use: (B) A rescue pole with a body hook and a minimum fixed length of 12 feet.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having a rescue pole with a body hook available which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/30/2026
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Licensee stated she will purchase a rescue pole for the outdoor pool area and send proof to SDCCRO no later than 07/30/2026.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.814(a)(3)
Pool Safety
(a) A licensed family daycare home operated at a private single-family dwelling with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (3) A licensee shall perform a daily inspection of the drowning prevention safety features and safety equipment before opening the facility and maintain a log of the inspections to be provided to the department upon request.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not documenting daily inspections which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/30/2026
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Licensee stated that she does conduct daily inspections of the outdoor play area and pool area however does not document it. Licensee stated that she will document her daily inspections and show proof to SDCCRO no later than 07/30/2026.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Angela Nguyen
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2026


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Created By: Angela Nguyen On 06/29/2026 at 11:54 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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: ARMSTRONG, SUSIE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 136609660

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/29/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1598.814(b)(3)(A)
A life ring with a minimum exterior diameter of 17 inches with a United Stated Coast Gaurd approval label.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by not having a life ring available for use which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/30/2026
Plan of Correction
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Licensee stated that she will purchase a life ring that meets the requirement and send proof to SDCCRO no later than 07/30/2026.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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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.
Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Angela Nguyen
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/29/2026


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