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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197494858
Report Date: 11/04/2026
Date Signed: 11/04/2026 01:29:52 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:CHO FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
197494858
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		DA CHOFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(213) 503-4878
CITY:Los AngelesSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90005
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 16CENSUS: 6DATE:
11/04/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:11 AM
MET WITH:Assistant Director Jessica ChoTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:40 PM
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On Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 11:15 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) C. Nguyen conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with Licensee Da Cho and Director Jessica Choi, whom the purpose of the visit was explained, and guided LPA on a tour of the facility. Entrance Checklist LIC 126 was provided. Director states that there are 17 children enrolled. LPA observed 6 children and 6 staff present. Director states that the children in care and staff are part of the Regional Center. Staff includes Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Speech Therapist. LPA observed facility to be within ratio. Director stated operating hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m - 5:00 p.m, staff and school closure for lunch from 12:30 p.m – 1:00 p.m.

This is a two-story home with 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, backyard. Family members residing in the home were discussed (criminal record clearances on file) and names listed on form Confidential Names LIC811. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. For ill isolation, licensee stated that one of the back rooms will be used for ill children and always separated from other children. LPA observed the first aid kit on the premises.


Areas accessible to children include: living room area, 1 bathroom on first floor, 2 bedrooms on the first floor, and backyard (fenced)
Areas inaccessible to children: Kitchen with gate in place, and all of the second floor with barricade on stairs to prevent access.

LPA observed the following required postings in the entryway 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. PAGE 1 OF 4
Katrina Chicote
Caroline Nguyen
DATE: 11/04/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/04/2026
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: CHO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197494858
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2026
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LPA inspected the facility for safety, comfort, cleanliness, ventilation and working cell phone. For ventilation, LPA observed AC units and central air. Director began the tour starting with the entrance of the door where parents and children enter from which has a gate before the front door entrance. Families ring the doorbell with camera. LPA observed the furniture, manipulatives, books, soft plush toys, puzzles, art materials and other age-appropriate materials that were well maintained and free of loose, sharp, and pointed parts. All bedrooms have more age-appropriate furniture and toys. The living room has two child-safety gates at each entrance. A fireplace was observed to be completely sealed and Director stated it is non-operational. Director stated that children rarely nap and there are cots available. Director stated parents bring the linen and wash them. LPA also observed the bedroom to have a crib with individual tight-fitted sheet, and Director stated that it is not currently in use.

LPA inspected the kitchen and observed a gate in place with lock in, making the kitchen inaccessible. Cleaning compound items stored in the kitchen’s pantry with door making it inaccessible for children to open. Director stated the children bring food from home and have emergency snacks provided if the child did not bring any. LPA informed Director that any food brought from the children's homes, shall have the container labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. Director stated that there are no children with severe food allergies nor on medication.



LPA entered the children’s bathroom and observed a working toilet, working sink with hand soap. Cabinet under the sink have child-safety latches in place and no hazardous items were observed. LPA reminded licensee and personal items (ex; shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, or items that fall into that category) must be made inaccessible to children.

Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced around the perimeter and side gates closed with an operable lock. LPA observed toys, play structure, play house, arts, sand area, and areas with high climbing equipment are cushioned with material that may absorb a fall. All play equipment is age-appropriate and in safe condition (free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts). There is also adequate shade via shade sail. Back house in inaccessible and observed to be locked.

LPA asked the Director if there were any pets, poisons, firearms, or weapons, or bodies of water. Director stated they do not have any of the above-mentioned and LPA did not observe any.


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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2026
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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: CHO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197494858
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2026
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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. Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Director, no one smokes in the home.

At time of inspection, LPA observed the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher located in the living room and the valve on the green area indicating fully charged and last serviced on 9/24/2026. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced or purchased with receipt annually. LPA informed licensee disaster drills shall be conducted every 6 months and LPA observed the last emergency drill conducted on 10/15/2026. LPA observed Director test a carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm located in the living room and were operable.



LPA observed Directors Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification and expires 9/25/2028, and has proof of immunization against Pertussis, MMR, and Influenza declination. Director has completed Mandated Reporter (training and expires 9/25/2028. Director was advised that the Pediatric First Aid/ CPR certification and mandated reporter training must be completed every 2 years, and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com.

LPA also reviewed children’s roster, children files, and licensee/assistant files. Consultation provided on staff records.

Director 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Director and 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/Director of the importance of checking for and removing any recalled infant PAGE 3 OF 4

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2026
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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: CHO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 197494858
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2026
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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/.



Director 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.

Director 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. The on Duty Worker is available for questions Monday through Friday at (323) 981-3350 from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

During the exit interview, Director confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA 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.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.


Appeal Rights provided to licensee. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director Jessica Choi. PAGE 4 OF 4
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Katrina Chicote
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Caroline Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2026
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