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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198013051
Report Date: 11/21/2024
Date Signed: 11/21/2024 04:28:49 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 11/21/2024 04:28 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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:WATKINS & DENNIS FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198013051
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		TESHIA WATKINS&JOSIE DENNIFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(562) 577-7831
CITY:LAKEWOODSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90712
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 12DATE:
11/21/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:43 PM
MET WITH:Licensee, Teshia WatkinsTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:35 PM
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On November 21, 2024, at 12:43 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jonnisha Culbert conducted an unannounced inspection at the facility noted above and met with Assistant 2. The purpose of the inspection was to conduct an annual/random inspection. The operating hours of the facility is Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Entrance Checklist (LIC 126) was provided to the Licensee upon arrival. Individuals residing in the home were discussed and noted. At the time of the inspection, the Licensees, Licensee's Assistant/Staff (S1), Assistant 2 A2), adult 1 (A1) adult 2 (A2), and 12 children were present. All adults in the home were fingerprint cleared.

At approximately 1:30pm, licensee arrived at the facility and guided LPA on a tour of the facility.

This is a single-family home that consists of three (3) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, day care room, detached garage, and fenced backyard.

Areas that are accessible to children include: one (1) bathroom, day care room, and the fenced backyard. Per Licensee, the children utilize the fenced backyard for outdoor activity.

Areas off-limits to children include: 3 bedrooms,1 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, and detached garage. Per Licensee, the children are dropped off and picked up from the side of the home through the gate located in the driveway. LPA observed the door leading into the kitchen from the day care room closed. LPA observed that the door was not locked. LPA advised licensee to add child safety knob cover to make the kitchen in the rest of the home inaccessible to children. Licensee was advised that off-limit areas must be made inaccessible during operating hours or while children in care are present.

The following documents were not posted due to licensee redecorating parent board for the holidays: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 394), Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148), and Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A). Licensee provided the documents and LPA observed that they were all available for
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonnisha Culbert
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/21/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/21/2024
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 SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: WATKINS & DENNIS FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198013051
VISIT DATE: 11/21/2024
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review. Licensee has a current Facility Roster (LIC 9040) available for review. Licensee has verification of Disaster and Fire Drills available for review. The last drill was conducted on 11/04/2024.

Areas used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, heating, cleanliness, and telephone service. Upon arrival, LPA entered the facility through the driveway gate and side door which enters directly into the day care room. The home does not have any wall heaters or fireplaces. The home is equipped with central air and heating. Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medicines were made inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no poisons kept in the home. Licensee was advised that if any poisons are purchased, it is required to be in an area that is locked and inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no bodies of water, firearms and/or weapons on the premises. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and napping equipment for children. LPA also observed electrical outlet covers installed in the childcare area.



LPA observed the required fire extinguisher (2-A:10-B:C) that is fully charged and last serviced 2/2024. Licensee was reminded to have the fire extinguisher serviced yearly. Smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector were tested and are operable. Per licensee, they provided snacks for children and parents provide meals. Licensee was reminded that food that is brought from the children's home shall be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated.

LPA conducted a record review of three (3) children's records, and 4 personnel records. Based on the children's record review, all children files were complete. Based on the personnel records, all required documents were available for review.

Licensee, Teshia Watkins has proof of immunization against measles, pertussis, influenza, and a TB clearance. Licensee has a current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification (expiring 09/28/2026). Licensee completed the Preventative Health and Safety Practices (EMSA-approved) training on October 15, 2006 and Mandated Reporter Training (AB 1207) on 08/26/2024. Licensee was advised that the Mandated Reporter training (AB 1207) must be completed every 2 years and is available at www.mandatedreporterca.com.

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

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Jonnisha Culbert
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/21/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/21/2024
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