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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192000484
Report Date: 03/03/2025
Date Signed: 03/03/2025 03:24:28 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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
192000484
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CASTANEDA, MARIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(626) 962-2006
CITY:BALDWIN PARKSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91706
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 10CENSUS: 9DATE:
03/03/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
02:05 PM
MET WITH:Maria Castaneda licenseeTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:45 PM
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On 03/03/25 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA(s) Mary Silva and Monica Ruiz conducted an unannounced annual required inspection at the above facility. Licensing staff met with Licensee Maria Castaneda and assistant whom the reason for the inspection was explained. LPA(s) were guided on a tour of the facility. There were nine children present, including one infant. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Per licensee ten children are currently enrolled. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 6:00 AM- 6:00 PM.

This is a one story home which consists of 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms( 2 located in the daycare room), kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry room, daycare room located in the rear of the facility, attached garage, fenced front and backyard. Currently residing in the home are two adults and no minor children. There was a total of 2 adults present during this inspection, licensee and licensee’s assistant/spouse.

Areas accessible to children were inspected as follows: kitchen, living room, dining room, two bedrooms, three bathrooms, daycare room located in the rear of the facility and fenced back yard. One bedroom is used as a napping room and the other is the isolation room.

Areas off limits include: One bedroom, one bathroom, laundry room, garage, front yard and two sheds located in the back yard are inaccessible to children.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/03/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Mary Silva On 03/03/2025 at 02:56 PM
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
, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(1)
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: (1) Fireplaces and open face heaters shall be screened to prevent access by children. The home shall contain a fire extinguisher and smoke detector device which meet standards established by the State Fire Marshall.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in fire extinguisher has not been service which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/17/2025
Plan of Correction
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Per licensee will service fire extinguisher and send a copy of service tag by POC due date.
Section Cited
Deficient Practice Statement
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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.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/03/2025


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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484
VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025
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LPA observed the following required posted documentation in the daycare room of the facility: Facility License, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness form. LPA reviewed facility records for LIC 9040- Facility Roster, LIC 610- Facility Disaster Plan. LPA observed disaster drill conducted in December 2024.

The home was observed to be clean and orderly, with central air and heating. Licensing staff observed the smoke detector and the carbon monoxide detector to be in operable condition. Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged with service tag dated 01/08/2024. Reminded licensee fire extinguisher should be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via land line and cell phone. There are toys and other age-appropriate material available for children. Licensee prepares breakfast, lunch, and pm snack for the children in care. Licensee transports children before school and after school.



Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be locked, to be made inaccessible to children. Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. Licensing staff reminded licensee smoking is not allowed in the home.

The Licensee uses the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play areas were observed to be fenced. Licensing staff observed that the outdoor yards have toys and other materials for children to play with. Licensing staff observed one dog (breed/French Bulldog)in the facility. Reminded licensee pets must remain in off limits area during day care hours.



Child’s records were reviewed for (LIC) 282- Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, Immunization's Records, LIC 700- Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627- Consent for Medical Treatment, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights.

Licensee file was reviewed for the following: LIC 508- Criminal Record Statement, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment, LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse. Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification expired on 02/14/2026 for licensee, and for assistant. Mandated Reporter Training have been completed and expired on 02/26/2026 for licensee and assistant.www.mandatedreporterca.com

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

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

DATE: 03/03/2025
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484
VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025
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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-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. Licensee currently has one infant enrolled. LPA also informed licensee 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.

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/.


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/process.

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.

MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes - 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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

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

DATE: 03/03/2025
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTANEDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192000484
VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025
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Megan’s Law - Family Child Care Homes - During the exit interview, Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Based on Licensing staff observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health and safety.



A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. Appeal rights was given.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Maria Castaneda.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

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

DATE: 03/03/2025
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