191223032-3-12-2025-33-CC-POCA-DEPUDW-20250312153014

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191223032
Report Date: 03/12/2025
Date Signed: 03/12/2025 03:30:22 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 03/12/2025 03:30 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	LA CRESCENTA PRESBYTERIAN CTR. FOR CHILDREN		FACILITY NUMBER:	191223032
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	CHAMBERS, PATRICIA		FACILITY TYPE:	840
ADDRESS:	2902 MONTROSE AVENUE		TELEPHONE:	(818) 249-8124
CITY:	LA CRESCENTA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	91214
CAPACITY: 60	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 38	CENSUS: 15	DATE:	03/12/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	01:15 PM
MET WITH:	Director, Patricia Chambers		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	03:45 PM

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On March 12, 2025 at 1:15 pm Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Priscilla Ochoa conducted an unannounced random annual inspection. LPA was greeted by Director, Patricia Chambers who guided LPA on a tour of the facility. This is a School aged program that operates Monday – Friday from 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Per Director, there are 38 children enrolled in the program. Upon arrival LPA did not observe any children in care. LPA did observe 2 staff members prepping for the day.

There is an Infant program, license # 191222458 and Preschool program license # 191201896 currently operating at this facility. Each program has their own play yard and classrooms.

At 1:25 pm, Director guided LPA on a tour of facility. The facility provides transportation to child from school to the facility. Per Director, staff members do a head count of children during school pickup and when they are drop off at the facility. Parents enter through the front door of the facility and are able to sign out their child at their designated classroom. The school aged program consists of 3 classrooms. At 2:30 pm, LPA took census of children as LPA observed them arriving from school. Rm 201(1^st – 3^rd grade): 9 children and 3 staff, Rm 202 (4^th – 6^th grade): 4 children and 2 staff, and Rm 204 (Kinder): 12 children and 2 staff. LPA also observed 2 behavioral aides assisting 2 separate children Rm 204. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 Regulations. Staff names were recorded. All children were observed to be under supervision, including visual supervision. Per director, if a child become tired, they have the ability to have quiet time on the couches that are in each classroom. There are age-appropriate toys and supplies for children in each classroom and are in good repair. Each child was observed to have their own cubbie to store personal belongings. All toilets and hand washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating condition. Drinking water is available in form of personal water bottles that are also taken outside when needed. The facility provides additional water which is dispensed in each classroom for children in care.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/12/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2025

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LA CRESCENTA PRESBYTERIAN CTR. FOR CHILDREN	FACILITY NUMBER: 191223032
	VISIT DATE: 03/12/2025

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The classroom furniture and equipment were inspected for good repair, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All indoor classrooms were inspected to ensure that the floors have a surface that is safe and clean. All materials and surfaces accessible to children are toxic free.

The outdoor playground for children in care was observed and fenced. Outdoor playground equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard.

At this time, the directors office is used as an isolation area when a child becomes ill while parents are contacted. There is also a cot available if needed.

The facility provides pm snack for children in care. LPA reminded the director, food that is brought from home must be labeled with the child’s name, stored properly and or refrigerated. There is a kitchen on site and was observed to be clean, and the cleaning compounds/solutions were found to be away from the food. Storage areas are clean, free of litter, rubbish, and rodents/vermin. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins, have tight fitting covers on and are in good repair. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons and other items that are dangerous to children are stored in an area inaccessible to children. The facility takes measures to keep the facility free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Per Director there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises.

The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The following documents were posted: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, Daily Schedule, and snack menus.

LPA observed a functioning smoke/carbon monoxide detector. LPA observed a fully charged 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. The valve on the fire extinguisher was pointing to the fully charged green section. Fire extinguisher was serviced on 05/20/2024. Emergency disaster drill was last conducted on 02/10/2025.

LPA reviewed Sign in and out sheets to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/12/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2025

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LA CRESCENTA PRESBYTERIAN CTR. FOR CHILDREN	FACILITY NUMBER: 191223032
	VISIT DATE: 03/12/2025

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Children’s Records were reviewed to ensure that Identification and Emergency form and a medical assessment are on file. Child records were deemed complete.

Staff records were reviewed to ensure Criminal Records Clearance for adults and verification of CPR/First Aid and health preventative practices documentation. Staff records were deemed complete.

AB1207 Mandated Child Abuse Reporting – On or before March 30, 2018 any person who works in a child care facility shall complete the training and renew the training every 2 years. Website provided: https://www.mandatedreporterca.com/training/child-care-providers.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP

LPA advised the licensee to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at: www.ccld.ca.gov.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/12/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2025

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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: LA CRESCENTA PRESBYTERIAN CTR. FOR CHILDREN	FACILITY NUMBER: 191223032
	VISIT DATE: 03/12/2025

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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.

At this time, the licensee is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today, March 12, 2025.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days during facility’s hours of operation. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the report was provided to Director, Patricia Chambers.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Priscilla Ochoa
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/12/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/12/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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