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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191805057
Report Date: 09/03/2025
Date Signed: 09/03/2025 12:09:22 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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
191805057
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		SARAH ORTHFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:4120 MARATHON ST.TELEPHONE:
(323) 664-2153
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90029
CAPACITY: 81TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 81CENSUS: 51DATE:
09/03/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:25 AM
MET WITH:Bianca Ciebrant, Program DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:10 PM
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On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joanne Solorio-Campos conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Bianca Ciebrant, Program Director who guided LPA on a tour of the facility.

This is a preschool program with a toddler component, that serves children ages 18 months to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sign in and out takes place in each classroom entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. LPA observed 51 children (23 toddlers) with 16 staff. The Toddler component is physically separate from the other components at this facility both indoors and outdoors.



LPA entered classrooms 2, 3, 4, 5 (18-36 months). LPA Solorio-Campos observed 23 children and 7 staff present in the classrooms. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA observed trash bins with a lid. LPA observed all indoor activity space to be complete with safe, age-appropriate furniture and equipment, including tables, chairs, cubbies, napping mats with individual tight-fitted sheets, bookshelves, and other activity materials for the children. Drinking water is available in the classrooms via water igloos located within each classroom.

LPA entered classrooms 7, 8 and 9 (3- 5 years). LPA observed 28 children and 9 staff present in the classrooms. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/03/2025
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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805057
VISIT DATE: 09/03/2025
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LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the top cabinet making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Perry observed trash bins with a lid. LPA observed all indoor activity space to be complete with safe, age-appropriate furniture and equipment, including tables, chairs, cubbies, napping mats with individual tight-fitted sheets, bookshelves, and other activity materials for the children. Drinking water is available in the classrooms via water igloos located within each classroom.

Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classrooms and temperatures were observed to be between 71-74 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classrooms and hallways and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 7/23/25. The smoke detectors are in combination with carbon monoxide detectors and were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. The last emergency drill was conducted on 7/31/25. LPA observed napping equipment mats to be in good condition and stored in each child’s cubby inside the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classrooms and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, Director Bianca, stated that they currently have children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA observed medication storage and documentation. LPA asked if there were any poisons, firearms or weapons and Director Bianca stated they have none of the above mentioned and LPA did not observe any. Bianca stated the ill isolation area takes place in the Health Nutrition Coordinators office and children will utilize staff restroom.

Classroom 2 and 3 share restrooms, classroom 4 and 5 share restrooms and the restroom is located between both classrooms and all classrooms also have a changing table available if needed. LPA observed the restrooms to have working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels. Classrooms 7, 8 and 9 each have their own restroom and LPA observed an adaptive changing table in classroom 7 and classroom 9.

LPA entered the outdoor play area. The facility has 3 fully fenced playground areas one designated for the toddlers component and 2 for the preschool program. Fencing is an iron fence, which was observed to be at least four feet high. The toddler play yard is designated for the toddlers only. Shade is provided via a fixed shade structure. There are sufficient outdoor age-appropriate toys and play equipment available on the playground. Drinking water is available via water jugs.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805057
VISIT DATE: 09/03/2025
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LPA did observe a Therapeutic pool on site located behind classroom 9 and is accessible from one of the preschool play yards. Licensing staff observed the pool area to be surrounded by a chain link and iron fence and is over 10 feet high. The Therapeutic pool is used by the children as a therapeutic activity and when in use children will be supervised by Water Safety Certified staff. The pool remains closed and locked while not in use. The pool was observed in compliance with the required Title 22 regulations and LPA observed the required life ring, 12ft rescue pole with hook and the daily inspection log.

This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. Meals and snacks are provided by the facility. LPA informed Director Bianca that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule.

LPA observed Bianca Ciebrant, Program Director Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification to be on file and expires 8/2026. Preventative Health and Safety certification on file, CCLD orientation on file and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed the mandated reporter (AB 1207) training expires 7/12/26. Director was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com. LPA reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files and staff files and observed the files to be complete

Director Bianca was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805057
VISIT DATE: 09/03/2025
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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 21-21.1CCP).

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Lead testing was completed on 1/2022 and had no lead exceedances.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Bianca and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage ahttps://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Director 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.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records.


For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

Director Bianca 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.

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..

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK CC RO, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 191805057
VISIT DATE: 09/03/2025
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Currently, the facility Is in compliance with title 22 regulations and no deficiencies will be issued today.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Bianca Ciebrant, Program Director. Appeal Rights were provided

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/03/2025
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