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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198005039
Report Date: 03/03/2025
Date Signed: 03/03/2025 12:53:08 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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:CASTILLO FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198005039
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CASTILLO, GRICELDAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(323) 359-5136
CITY:SOUTH GATESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90280
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8CENSUS: 1DATE:
03/03/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:45 AM
MET WITH:Griselda CastilloTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:10 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) P Bishop arrived at the above facility for the purpose of an Unannounced Annual Visit at 8:45 AM. Upon arrival, LPA announced the purpose of the visit and was granted entry into the facility by Assistant Marta Murrillo who provided tour of facility. At the time of arrival Licensee Gricelda Castillo was not home but she did arrive at 9:00 AM LPA provided the inspection Entrance Checklist, LIC 126. LPA inspected rooms/areas on the facility sketch in which child-care services are provided and to which children have access. Per licensee, the current hours of care provided are Monday – Friday 6:00 am -- 6:00 pm at the time of inspection no overnight care is provided. There was 1 child present during today's visit. Licensee states that there is a total of 8 enrolled. Licensee states that she ius the only one who lives in the home. All of whom have a background clearance on file. LPA observed the facility license, Publication (PUB) 394- Notification of Parent Rights and Licensing Form (LIC) 9148- Earthquake Preparedness forms. Licensee was advised to post the required documents on the parent board. Disaster and fire drills were last conducted on 02/27/2025.

At 10:00 AM LPA Bishop was given a tour of the facility. This is a two story - family home consists of three bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, living/dining area and backyard. Per licensee, the areas used by children include: Bathroom 1, kitchen area rear outside play area. Outside play area was accessible. Areas that are used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, ventilation, and heating.

Off limit areas are all bedrooms, bathroom two and bathroom three. Licensee states that the living room will be used as a Isolation area for sick children waiting to be picked up by a parent. Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours. The licensee does understand that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit, if necessary.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Peter Bishop
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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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTILLO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005039
VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025
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At 10:15 AM, life-saving devices were inspected throughout the home. The smoke detector is located in the hallway as you exit the kitchen and the carbon monoxide detector is located right next to the smoke detector. All devices were tested and operable. The 2A 10 BC Fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen and indicates fully charged and was serviced on 02/2025. Licensee was reminded that fire extinguisher needs to be serviced yearly. The home maintains telephone service via cell phone/LAN line.

At 10:30 AM Living room (Main care area) was observed to be clean and orderly. There are toys and other age-appropriate materials for the children. LPA observed the main care area to have one floor mat with a table and activity area. There were colorful storage boxes, and individual cubbies for toys.

At 10:45 AM LPA observed the kitchen. Licensee stated that the baby gate is always present to make off limits kitchen inaccessible to children in care. Licensee stated that cleaning supplies are made inaccessible to children in care with lock on cabinets. Licensee states that there are no poisons stored in the home and understands that all poisons must be lock, not only inaccessible to children.

At 11:00 AM., LPA observed that the bathroom the children use is clean and there was a hazard. There was toilet paper, hand-washing soap, and towels for the children. LPA did observe chemicals stored under the sink. LPA told Licensee that they must be removed immediately, and she complied.

Per Licensee there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home. LPA did not observe any firearms or weapons in the home. Licensee states that there are no body of water present. LPA did not observe any bodies of water on the premises. LPA P Bishop did observe an electric fireplace in the living room. Licensee did state that she does use the fireplace when children are not present. LPA Bishop explained that she does need to have a barricade put up to prevent injury to children or anyone present. There will be a Type B Citation issued today for this.

At 11:15 AM., LPA observed the back yard for outdoor play. The outdoor play area was observed to be completely fenced. At the time of the inspection there were two play houses and other age appropriate toys. There was also a shaded area for the children as well. Licensee stated that they do not have any pets at the time of the visit.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Peter Bishop
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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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTILLO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005039
VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025
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Staff records were reviewed for approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification. Valid CPR/First Aide was available at the time of inspection Licensee Castillo and Assistant is valid through 02/08/2027 LIC-501: Personnel Record, LIC 9052- Employee Rights, Proof of immunizations against measles, pertussis and influenza or influenza declination, TB clearance or risk assessment available at the time of the visits. LIC 9108- Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse is available and current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate is in compliance with an expiration of 08/2025. LPA advised Licensee that it is due for renewal every 2 years.

Children’s records were reviewed LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment.

The following information was discussed:
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee Licensee Castillo and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep. Also, webpage resources provided at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA P Bishop also informed Licensee Castillo 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.

IF A FACILITY IS CURRENTLY PROVIDING IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS:
This facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. 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 Center and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Peter Bishop
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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTILLO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005039
VISIT DATE: 03/03/2025
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Criminal Record Clearance - Family Child Care Homes - Licensee Castillo 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.

Licensee Castillo 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.

Based on this information, the following deficiencies on the attached LIC 809D 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 & safety.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site inspection by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.



During the exit interview, Licensee Castillo confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders (RSO) living in the facility and LPA P Bishop completed the RSO search in Megan’s Law Website. A copy of the report and appeal rights was given as well.









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SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Peter Bishop
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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Created By: Peter Bishop On 03/03/2025 at 12:27 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 CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: CASTILLO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198005039

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:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. Licensee did not have a Barricade on the fireplace.
POC Due Date: 03/14/2025
Plan of Correction
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Licensse will get the correct Barricade for the fireplace and provide proof to LPA by picture.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.622(a)(1)
General Provisions and Definitions
(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a family day care home if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation andrecord review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 persons which posesa a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/14/2025
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LIcensee will provide proof of both shot records for Licensee and Assistant
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:Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Peter Bishop
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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