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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 192007466
Report Date: 02/05/2025
Date Signed: 02/05/2025 08:08:18 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/05/2025 08:08 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:NODALO FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
192007466
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		NODALO, CATHLIN & EXPEDITOFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(323) 661-2230
CITY:LOS ANGELESSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90026
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 9DATE:
02/05/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Cathlin Nodalo, LicenseeTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On Wednesday February 5, 2025 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA)s Joanne Solorio Campos and Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with licensee, Cathlin Nodalo who guided LPA’s Solorio Campos and Perry on a tour of the facility.
At time of inspection, LPA’s observed 9 children present and two assistants present along with the Licensee.LPA’s observed facility to be within ratio. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00a.m-6:00pm and care for children ages 3 months to 13 years old.

This is a one-story home which consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room, den, family room, garage front yard. The children use one bathroom (which they have to access by walking through the kitchen) living room, and the front yard for outdoor play. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 4 bedrooms, licensee's bathroom, kitchen, den and detached garage. There is a child safety gate located at the entrance to the dining to prevent access. Family members residing in the home are 4 adults (criminal record clearances on file). The LPA’s toured all areas used by children during this visit.

LPA’s inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working phone (cell phone and landline). For ventilation, LPA’s observed central AC and the vents located on the ceiling. At time of inspection, LPA observed the furniture, children’s manipulatives, games, and toys, to be age appropriate and well maintained free of loose, sharp or pointed parts.

LPA’s observed cleaning compounds to be stored in a cabinet in the kitchen area up high and observed an operable childproof lock in place, making it inaccessible for children to open. LPA’s observed the knives and sharp objects stored inside the top kitchen cabinet with a childproof lock making it inaccessible for children to open.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/05/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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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: NODALO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192007466
VISIT DATE: 02/05/2025
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The licensee stated the facility provides breakfast, lunch, and am and pm snack. LPA’s informed licensee any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, licensee stated she provides water.
Licensee stated she currently does not have any children with severe food allergies nor on medication.

LPA Solorio Campos and Perry entered the bathroom and observed a working toilet, working sink with hand soap and the bottom sink cabinet was closed with an operable child proof lock at the time of inspection and did not observe hazard materials. The restroom was observed to be in good condition. LPA’s reminded licensee and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children.

LPA Solorio Campos and Perry asked the licensee if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. The licensee stated she does not have any of the above and LPA’s did not observe any. The licensee was informed that if any poisons (ex; drano, rat poison or items that fall into that category), firearms and weapons are purchased, it is required to be locked with a key or combination lock and firearm and ammunition must be stored separately.

At time of inspection, LPA’s Solorio Campos and Perry observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the kitchen counter and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and serviced on 7/9/24. LPA’s observed a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm located in the hallway. LPA’s tested the carbon monoxide and smoke alarm and were heard to be operable. LPA observed the first aid kit to be complete with band aids, gauzes, adhesive bandages, antiseptic wipes and scissors. For ill isolation, licensee stated she utilizes the front area of the living room close to the front door. LPA’s observed the last emergency drill conducted on 1/17/25.

LPA’s observed the outdoor play area that is utilized by children for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. LPA observed the play yard to be fenced, and side gates closed with an operable lock. LPA Solorio Campos and Perry observed the play equipment to be age appropriate and free of loose, sharp or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. For outdoor water drinking, licensee provides water.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2025
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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: NODALO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192007466
VISIT DATE: 02/05/2025
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LPA’s observed licensee Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification and expires 2/25 and licensee has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Licensee has completed the Child Abuse Mandated Reporter (AB 1207) training. Licensee’s assistants’ files were also reviewed and their files were observed to be complete. Licensee was advised that the mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com

LPA’s Solorio Campos and Perry reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files, 15-minute sleep logs, and sign in/out sheets and observed the files to be complete
During inspection, LPA’s observed the following required postings in the entry way of the facility; License, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness Checklist, LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan, Pub 394 Notification of Parents Rights, and LIC 999 Facility sketch.
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.

Family Child Care Homes 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.

Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes LPA’s discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee Edith 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 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 22-02CCP. 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/.

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 child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA’s completed the RSO profile in FAS.

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



A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Cathlin Nodalo

Appeal Rights were provided and discussed.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2025
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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: NODALO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 192007466
VISIT DATE: 02/05/2025
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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/.

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 child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA’s completed the RSO profile in FAS.

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



A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview was conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Cathlin Nodalo

Appeal Rights were provided and discussed.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Katrina Chicote
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joanne Solorio Campos
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/05/2025
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