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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198018945
Report Date: 04/04/2024
Date Signed: 04/04/2024 12:20:10 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/04/2024 12:20 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:	LUQUIN FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198018945
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	MARIA INES LUQUIN		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(323) 599-1857
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90033
CAPACITY: 14	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14	CENSUS:	DATE:	04/04/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:40 AM
MET WITH:	Maria Ines Luquin, Licensee		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	12:35 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 04/04/2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced required 3-year inspection to the above facility. A COVID risk assessment was conducted upon entry. LPA met with Licensee Maria Luquin, whom the reason for the visit was explained. Per Licensee, there are 12 children currently enrolled. There were 10 children, and 4 adults present upon arrival. The Licensee's assistant, Veronica Moreno, Licensee’s Daughter in law, Jessica Cafuentes and Licensee's son, Alvaro Luquin, were also present in the home. Facility capacity is in compliance for a Large Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee hours of operation are Monday-Friday 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Family members residing in the home are 3 adults (criminal record clearances on file) and 4 children. This is a one-story home which consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room, front/side yards and backyard (fenced). The children use the bathroom, living room, dining room and front and side yards for play. Per licensee, areas off limits to children and parents include: 2 bedrooms, kitchen and backyard. The LPA toured all areas used by children during this visit. Facility License, Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted on the wall next to the entrance. A current children’s roster was available for review. There is telephone via landline. During this visit, all areas identified that are accessible for children to use were inspected for the safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Licensee guided LPA on the tour of the home. Areas accessible to children were inspected to ensure that they are clean and orderly with ventilation and heating for safety and comfort. There are toys and other age appropriate material available for children. There is a wall ac. The children utilize the kitchen as a walkway to the side yard for play. The kitchen was observed go be clean, organized. Knifes were seen to be placed in a cabinet made inaccessible to the children. LPA observed all kitchen cabinets to have safety locks and cleaning products are stored which are made to be inaccessible to the children via safety locks. page 1 of 5

SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/04/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/04/2024

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: LUQUIN FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018945
	VISIT DATE: 04/04/2024

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The bathroom was reviewed next, LPA did not observe anything that can pose danger to the children in care. The living room was observed to have a couch, TV, and plenty of age-appropriate toys for the children to use.

Infant Care: Per Licensee, she has no infants under 12 months at this time and has 3 children enrolled aged 1-2 years of age. LPA reviewed Safe sleep regulations / documents, including LIC 9227 Infant Sleep Plan for infants under 12 months, 15-minute sleep check documentation for infants 0-24 months were reviewed and on file for the department. LPA observed and inspected sleeping equipment for infants. LPA observed a crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. LPA observed that cribs and/or play yards are free from loose articles and objects. There are no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib. LPA observed that cribs and play yards do not hinder the entrance or exit to and from the space they are sleeping in. Mattresses were observed to be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size. Each infant has their individual bedding and is washed weekly as required.

Detergents, cleaning compounds, and medications were observed to be inaccessible to children. Per Licensee, there are no poisons in the home. LPA advised that any poisons should be locked under key or combination lock. Licensee states that there are no firearms or weapons stored in the home.

The valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and LPA observed receipt and service tag with a 6/1/23. Which indicates it is fully charged and in green. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable and are in the living room area.

All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 3/4/24. The home is observed to be clean and orderly. There are first aid supplies available. There are age-appropriate toys available for children.

Per licensee, she provides food for children in care. Licensee was advised that if food is brought from the children’s homes, all containers must be labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee provides breakfast, Lunch and PM Snack. Licensee does not transport children.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/04/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/04/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: LUQUIN FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018945
	VISIT DATE: 04/04/2024

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LPA toured the outdoor play area (side yard) and inspected its safety and condition. LPA observed perimeter fencing, and side yard is free of miscellaneous debris/hazards. All trees, shrubs and plants are maintained. Outdoor play yard was observed to have toys for the children to play. The stairs going down to the side yard from the kitchen were observed to have a gate.

Licensees’ records were reviewed. The licensee has completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 6/23/25 and 6/4/24 for licensee’s assistant. LPA observed through record review all immunization's for Licensee and Licensees assistant to be on file.

LPA observed that Licensee and assistant has proof of Mandated Reporter AB 1207 compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file with expiration on 1/10/26 for licensee and 1/19/25 for assistant. www.mandatedreporterca.com

LPAs observed children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information, and were observed to be complete.

LPA created an LIC 857, Children’s Record Review, and LIC 811, confidential names which documents persons living in the home and children’s files reviewed during this inspection.

Per licensee, there is no pets on the premises.

Smoking is prohibited in a licensed Family Child Care Home. Per Licensee, no one smokes in the home.

LPA did not observe the following items during the inspection: Infant Walkers, Johnny Jumpers, Saucer Chairs, and/or any other item that fall into these categories are not permitted in a family childcare facility.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/04/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/04/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: LUQUIN FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018945
	VISIT DATE: 04/04/2024

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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/.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/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.

LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates on the Child Care Licensing website at www.ccld.ca.gov.

Licensee 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

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/04/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/04/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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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: LUQUIN FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198018945
	VISIT DATE: 04/04/2024

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During the exit interview, Maria Ines Luquin, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility.

Currently, the licensee is in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. No deficiencies cited.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal rights were discussed and provided.

Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

END OF REPORT

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Claudia Guangorena
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 04/04/2024

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/04/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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