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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 155620743
Report Date: 05/13/2025
Date Signed: 05/13/2025 04:09:29 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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME:PONCE, NEREDIA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
155620743
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		FACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
CITY:STATE: ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0CENSUS: 0DATE:
05/13/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
02:05 PM
MET WITH:Nereida PonceTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:20 PM
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On 5/13/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Norma Lomeli met with Applicant, Nereida Ponce for a pre-licensing inspection. Applicant, her husband, her adult son and three minor children reside in the home. Background clearances are discussed and LIS 531 is signed indicating that the adults currently living in the home and/or providing care and supervision to children have a criminal record clearance.

Facility was inspected inside and outside as shown on the facility sketch and the following items were discussed:
  • This is a two story, four bedrooms and three bathrooms home and upstairs area will be off-limits to the day-care children. There is a gate at the bottom of the stairs making upstairs area inaccessible. Care and supervision will be provided in the living room (day care room) and downstairs bathroom. Off-limits rooms/ closets are made inaccessible by use of child proof safety gates.
  • There is central air heating/cooling ventilation for safety and comfort.
  • LPA observed in the day care room, child size furniture, safe toys, a chalkboard and books for the children. There is a desk with a computer monitor and a printer. LPA observed a parents board mounted onto the left wall of the home’s entry way. LPA advised applicant the parents board must be readily available for parents to view. Children will nap in day care room on cots.
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Scott Herring
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Norma Lomeli
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/13/2025
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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: PONCE, NEREDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 155620743
VISIT DATE: 05/13/2025
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  • Applicant states she will not be caring for infants, she will provided care for children ages 2 years or older. Applicant understands she is to supervise children at all times. LPA provided applicant with Individual Sleeping Plan and Safe Sleep handout.
  • LPA observed has a 3A40BC fire extinguisher that has been used, discharged or overcharged. The gauge is not on the green section. There is a functioning smoke alarm, carbon monoxide alarm and first aid kit in place.
  • Applicant’s Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification was completed through EMS Safety with Emergency Medical Services Authority stickers (EMSA) and expires on 10/10/24.
  • Preventative Health and Safety with Nutrition and Prevention of Lead exposure certification was completed on 9/24/26.
  • Applicant completed the Mandated Reporter Training on 9/20/24.
  • Knives are stored inside a kitchen pantry on a top shelf. Medications are stored inside a top kitchen cabinet. Cleaning compounds are stored inside the cabinet that is located underneath the kitchen sink and made inaccessible by the use of a child proof safety gate.
  • Advised applicant fire drills are to be conducted once every 6 months and must be documented with date and time. A fire drill log was provided as an example.
  • Applicant is advised at least one staff member with current training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR is to be on site at all times children are present.
  • Effective 01/01/2025, all childcare facilities licensed by CCL by law will be required to adhere to AB2866 - The Pool Safety Act. According to Health & Safety Code 1596.814, additional safety features will be required. There is an in-ground pool that is fenced with mesh fencing that is in compliant with the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) International Standard F2286. The gate is self-latching/self-closing, swings away from the pool and key lockable device is located no lower than 60 inches above the ground.
  • LPA observed a life ring 20 inches in diameter, approved by the US Coast Guard.
  • LPA observed a rescue pole with a body hook and it is at a fixed length of 12 feet. LPA observed the rescue pole mounted onto the wall in the pool area.
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Scott Herring
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Norma Lomeli
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: PONCE, NEREDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 155620743
VISIT DATE: 05/13/2025
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  • LPA observed an alarm that is placed in the swimming pool and sounds upon detecting an entrance into the water, alarm meets ASTM International Standard F2208. Applicant tested alarm with LPA during today's inspection.
  • LPA advised applicant that she shall perform a daily inspection of the safety features and equipment before opening the facility and maintain a log of the inspections to be provided to the Department upon request. LPA provided applicant a bodies of water checklist.
  • There are 60 bids in cages that are located in the inaccessible garage and on the inaccessible left side run of the home. Applicant is advised it is her responsibility to ensure the safety of children in care at all times from the pets.
  • Per applicant, firearms and ammunition are stored inside a large safe that is located in the garage. During today's inspection, applicant was not able to open the safe where she states she stores her firearms and ammunition. Poisons are stored key locked inside a shed that is located on the left side run of the home.
  • Applicant is reminded that any advertising (of day-care) such as business cards, flyers/posters, and/or signs must include facility number as per Title 22 Regulation "Advertisements and License Number" 102359 (a).
  • Applicant is advised that smoking is prohibited on the premises of a family child care home as specified in Health and Safety Code Section 1596.795(a). Applicant states the home is smoke-free.
  • Applicant states she will not be transporting day care children. Applicant understands that she must have proper car restraints and/or car seats for all the children under her care when transporting children.
  • Fenced backyard has has a cemented area for the children. There is a large gazebo for shade. Applicant states she will use the unfenced front yard for outdoor play. Applicant understands she must have 100% visual supervision of the day care children when playing in an outdoor, unfenced area.
  • LPA discussed safe sleep pending regulations and Safe Sleep Regulation Concepts were given to applicant.
(Continued on LIC809-C):
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Scott Herring
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Norma Lomeli
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: PONCE, NEREDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 155620743
VISIT DATE: 05/13/2025
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  • Applicant is advised it is her responsibility to read and maintain her facility incompliance with Title 22 Regulations. Title 22 Regulations can be found at www.ccld.ca.gov.
  • SB 792 immunizations are on file.
  • Applicant is advised Fresno Community Care Licensing Department has inspection authority and can inspect all rooms in the home, garages and/or separate dwellings on the premises.
  • Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) are not currently being provided. 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.

Required postings, forms packet, which included Parent Notification Requirement and LIC9224 were provided and discussed in detail. Applicant is advised that she may access CCLD website at www.ccld.ca.gov for additional forms and licensing updates.
Applicant is also reminded that it is her responsibility to read the regulations periodically. Applicant states she will operate her day care Monday through Friday from 4:30 AM to 5:00 PM and as arranged. No overnight care will be provided.

LPA & applicant discussed the Community Care Licensing website: LPA and applicant discussed new additions to the website that include the new PIN (Provider Information Notification) and information for providers including the Quarterly Update that informs licensees of new legislation and regulations. Please follow these steps go to http://www.cdss.ca.gov/, click on “information and resources” click “Community Care Licensing” Click “quarterly updates” click “Child Care advocates program” and register to PIN.

Applicant is advised the following items must be corrected and second prelicensing inspection willl be conducted within the next 30 days to avoid possible withdraw.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Scott Herring
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Norma Lomeli
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710
FACILITY NAME: PONCE, NEREDIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 155620743
VISIT DATE: 05/13/2025
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  • Applicant will obtain a 2A10BC fire extinguisher size or bigger.
  • LPA will return for a second prelicensing inspection to ensure the firearms and ammunition are stored in compliance with Title 22 Regulations.

Pending verification of corrections of the above items, a second prelicensing inspection and a final review of her application, licensure as a Small Family Day Care Home capacity of 8 children ages under 18 years will be recommended.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Scott Herring
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Norma Lomeli
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/13/2025
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