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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197408073
Report Date: 04/02/2025
Date Signed: 04/02/2025 09:55:31 AM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197408073
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LANDERS, KARLENEFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(661) 618-1333
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93536
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 8DATE:
04/02/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:23 AM
MET WITH:Karlene Landers/ LicenseeTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
10:00 AM
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On 4/2/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath conducted an unannounced annual inspection at the Landers Family Child Care. Upon arrival, the LPA met with the licensee, Karlene Landers, who guided the LPA on a facility tour. Individuals that reside in the home include 3 adults (licensee, licensee’s husband, and licensee’s daughter) and no minor children.
During this inspection, 8 childcare children were present. The licensee stated the hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed. Per the licensee, she does not have children who need IMS.
The home is set up as follows:
This is a two story, 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a kitchen, living room, formal dining room, laundry room, family room, office, and garage. Children do not nap or eat in the garage. The home was inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, central air, and heat and ventilation. The house has central heating and air conditioning. All windows have screens free of cracks, bugs, and debris.

Main Area: Main care is provided in the family room, Living room, and kitchen. The children use the bathroom on the left hallway and have access to the family room. LPA observed a self latched gate that was fully barricading the main care area.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/02/2025
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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197408073
VISIT DATE: 04/02/2025
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Off-limit areas include all bedrooms and the entire upstairs(barricaded by a safety gate). Bathrooms #2 and #3 (upstairs), laundry room (kitchen door closed at all times), and garage (has a key lock door knob).

Family Room/Living Room/Kitchen: LPA observed age-appropriate toys and furniture for the children in the designated childcare areas. Two tables with a total of 6 chairs were observed. Several plastic storage bins were observed in which games and toys are stored for the children. There are games and books on the premises of this facility. There are mats on the floor with educational/learning activities. The mats were observed to be in good condition. A TV plays educational videos for children and an adult-size couch. In the family room, additional toys were observed to be stored in cubbies.

Children's bathroom (#1): Bathroom: Children will use the bathroom down the hall to the left. The bathroom was toured and inspected, and the sink/toilet is in operable condition. Toilet and faucets are clean, safe, and operable. All poison and medications are inaccessible to children with child safety latches on the sink cabinet. The bathroom was observed to be free and clear of hazardous items. The bathroom was clean, sanitized, and in good repair.


Kitchen/Dining Room: The kitchen was inspected to ensure hazardous and dangerous items were inaccessible to children (Safety latches). Sharp utensils make inaccessible. If food is brought from the children’s home, the container shall be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. The home has a clean and fully stocked refrigerator/freezer. Cleaning supplies are in the laundry room (off-limit). The licensee will need to make the area inaccessible. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided. The licensee currently has a food program. Naps are provided on cots in the main care area.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197408073
VISIT DATE: 04/02/2025
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Backyard: The backyard was inspected. The children use the outside backyard for outside play. The backyard is gated all around. The outdoor play area was observed to be free of hazards and loose and sharp parts. LPA observed age-appropriate toys. There are four pets on the premises. There is an outdoor storage shed made inaccessible. LPA observed that the barbecue pit was fully covered.
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The AC/Heating Unit were observed. The AC/Heating Unit is located on the right side of the home and inaccessible to children due to barrels blocking access.
Bodies of water: Per the licensee, there are no bodies of water in the home, but a decorative water fountain does not have water.
Electrical outlets: All unused electrical outlets will need to plugg in and made inaccessible to children.
Fire extinguisher (2A10BC): LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) reading in Green. 2016 was the last time the fire extinguisher received the service and located in the family room, and inaccessible to children. It meets standards established by the State Fire Marshall.
Fireplace: In the family room, a fireplace was observed that was properly screened via mirror glass doors. The fireplace is inaccessible to children.
Hanging window blind cords: The cords are inaccessible to children.
Isolation area (Illness): Per the licensee, if the child shows signs of illness, they will be separated from other children and stay in Family room
Medications and cleaning solutions: Detergents and cleaning compounds are in the upper kitchen cabinet, and medications are in the off-limits bedroom.
Napping: Children will nap in the designated nap areas with adult supervision. LPA observed 4 mats in the closet.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197408073
VISIT DATE: 04/02/2025
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Overnight Care: According to the licensee, it does not provide overnight care.
Pets: There are 1 small dogs and 1 big dog and a cat. They have current vaccinations.
Phone service: There is a working landline or cell phone
Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide: The smoke detectors and carbon monoxide devices tested operable.
Stairs (For two-story hours): A safety gate is barricaded to make the stairs inaccessible to the children.
The First Aid kit is in the key-locked closet, inaccessible to children. The First Aid Kit was observed to be complete with supplies and a first aid manual.
Transportation: The licensee does provide transportation for children. The licensee has a valid California driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and vehicle registration.
Weapons or Firearms: Per the licensee, there are No Firearms at the facility at this time. LPA does not observe any firearms.
Documentation:
Child files: LPA reviewed 4 children's records. The records are complete.
Infant Sleeping Plan (LIC 9227) and Sleeping Log: LPA observed 1 infant has LIC 9227, and the Sleeping log is also in each infant's file; the license follows the Safe Sleep regulation.
Staff Personnel File: During an annual inspection, LPA observed 1 staff information. LPA observed LIC 508, 9052, IZ, TB test, LIC 9108, Mandated Reporter Training, and CPR/First Aid certificates. The file contained all required licensing documents.
Immunization: The licensee and her assistant have the required immunization (MMR and DTaP). The licensee and her assistant provided a written statement declining the influenza vaccination.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197408073
VISIT DATE: 04/02/2025
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Criminal Record: Per Guardian, all adults who live in this facility obtain a criminal record clearance.
CPR/First Aid: LPA observed that the licensee has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid Training with an expiration date (of 10/2025) 1 hour of nutrition training and (8) hours of Preventive Health and Safety Training.
Mandated Reporter Training: The licensee has completed and renewed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com on 10/27/2025
Facility fees: Per the Licensing Information System, annual facility fees were current.
Fire Drill and Disaster Drill: Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; the last drill was documented and conducted on 02/28/2024.
LPA observed the licensee has posted as required the Facility License, Emergency Disaster plan. The licensee need to post Earthquake Preparedness, and Parents' Rights Poster.
The following information was discussed with the licensee:
o A baby walker shall not be allowed on the premises of a family child care home in accordance with Health and Safety Code sections 1596.848(b) and (c). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucer, and other items that fall into that category.
o Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, and Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children's and provider's files and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. The licensee was reminded that supervision is always required for children in care.
o The licensee was advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation and on the form LIC624B
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197408073
VISIT DATE: 04/02/2025
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o Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates on courses and updates/changes to the regulations. Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. The licensee was advised that the inaccessibility of hazards must be constantly reassessed depending on the children in care. Licensing must always have the facility's phone number; if the phone number is changed, licensing must be notified.
o Mandatory Forms for the children's files and provider's files.
o Our Quarterly updates come out every 3 months. They are also now in Spanish. Please log in to the CCLD website, or you can email our advocates to have the quarterly updates sent directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov
o Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
o Requirements for fire drills, earthquake drills, and documentation for both.
o The Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (661) 202-3318 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
o The licensee is reminded that 100% supervision is required for children at all times.
o The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-540-4000. Also, call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).
o The regulation prohibits the smoking of tobacco in a private residence that is licensed as a family childcare home and in those areas of the family childcare home where children are present (24/7 ban).
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197408073
VISIT DATE: 04/02/2025
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· Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] 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.
· IF THERE IS NO CHILD AT THE FACILITY THAT CURRENTLY NEEDS IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: 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/.
· Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] 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.
· Family Child Care Homes During the exit interview, the LICENSEE ****, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.
· Family Child Care Homes A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: LANDERS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197408073
VISIT DATE: 04/02/2025
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· 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-carelicensing/ inspection-process.

No deficiencies are being cited at this time.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the licensee, Karlene Landers.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Claretta Yates
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Carol Heath
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/02/2025
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