198021100-10-11-2023-33-CC-MJAA-CWHTQ2-20231011145512

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198021100
Report Date: 10/11/2023
Date Signed: 10/11/2023 02:55:23 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 10/11/2023 02:55 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME:	ALVAREZ FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	198021100
ADMINISTRATOR:			FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:
CITY:		STATE:	ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 6	CENSUS: 5	DATE:	10/11/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	01:35 PM
MET WITH:	Eva Alvarez, Licensee		TIME COMPLETED:	03:15 PM

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On October 11, 2023, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Monique Ayala and Kruz Long conducted an unannounced Required 1 Year inspection at the above facility. A COVID-19 risk assessment was conducted prior to entering the facility. Upon arrival LPA Ayala was greeted by licensee, Eva Alvarez who guided LPAs on a tour of the facility. Also present in the home was licensee assistant. LPAs observed 5 children. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 6PM.

This is a two-story house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathroom, laundry area with chemicals and cleaning compounds inaccessible to children in care, living room, living room (upstairs), kitchen, completely fenced rear yard.

The day care takes place in living room, bathroom located near the living room, bedroom #1 is used for infant napping, bedroom #2 is used for the art room and rear yard. The home is clean, orderly, comfortable, and well ventilated. Licensee was reminded that although bedroom #1's door is transparent, the door must remain open at all times to ensure the children/infants are being supervised.

Licensee's poisons, detergent, cleaning compounds, medications and other items which could pose a danger to child are stored where they are inaccessible to children. LPA observed working smoke detector and Carbon Monoxide, fully charged fire extinguisher, and working telephone.

There are several age-appropriate toys and a first aid kit on the premises. Per the licensee, there are no firearms on the premises. Licensee has current First Aid and CPR, expires 07/13/2024.

LPA reviewed children files; files were found to be complete. LPA reviewed staff files; files were found to be complete. Children and staff names were documented on LIC811 (confidential page).

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/11/2023

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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ALVAREZ FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198021100
	VISIT DATE: 10/11/2023

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The licensee has completed the online mandated reporter training at www.mandatedreporterca.com, expires on 08/07/2024. All childcare employees must complete mandated reporter training within 30 days of hire and renew training every two years

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 Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

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.

The licensee was informed of the responsibility to report suspected Child Abuse by calling the Child Abuse Hot-line at 1-800-540-4000. Also call the CCL office and follow up with a written Unusual Incident/Injury Report (LIC 624B).

The licensee was informed that the presence of adults in the home without Criminal Record Clearance or Exemption will be cited and civil penalty assessed for $100 per day. The licensee may find additional information and forms on the DSS website at www.ccld.ca.gov including information on the Live Scan application (LIC 9163). Appointments can be made for Live Scan at 1-800-315-4507

Per the licensee, fire and disaster drills are conducted every 6 months; last drill documented and conducted on 07/30/2023.

Licensee has the required documents posted in the FCCH; Facility License (LIC 203), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610a), Notification of Parents' Rights Poster (PUB 394).

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/11/2023

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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ALVAREZ FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198021100
	VISIT DATE: 10/11/2023

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The following was discussed with the licensee:
Capacity requirements, Roster requirements, Posting requirements, Documentation requirements for disaster drills (fire and earthquake). Mandatory Forms for the children’s files and provider’s files, and Safe Sleep Awareness. The role and responsibilities of being a mandated reporter were reviewed. Licensee was reminded that supervision is always required to children in care.

Licensee was made aware that it is their responsibility to know the regulations as well as anyone who assists in providing care. Licensee was advised that 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.

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 day care home where children are present (24/7 ban). State law prohibits baby walkers, bouncy seats, exersaucers and any other items that fall into that category.

--Licensee was advised to visit the CCL website (www.ccld.ca.gov) to obtain updates of courses and updates/changes to the regulations.

-- 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 send directly to your email. Child Care Advocates information: www.childcareadvocatesprogram@cdss.ca.gov

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

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-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/11/2023

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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, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: ALVAREZ FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 198021100
	VISIT DATE: 10/11/2023

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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.

Licensee 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.

Licensee submitted an application for a capacity increase on 09/07/2023 from 8 children to 14 children. The fire clearance was granted on 10/05/2023. Capacity Increase will be granted, pending final file review. License will be amended to reflect new capacity of fourteen (14) children. Increase is contingent upon a Licensing Program Manager review and approval.

During the exit interview, the licensee, Eva Alvarez confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Licensee was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, 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.

LPA provided consultation during inspection.

The facility was found to be in compliance with Title 22 Regulations. No deficiencies are being cited today, 10/11/2023.

An exit Interview was conducted, a copy of this report along with Notice of Site visit was provided to the licensee, Eva Alvarez

SUPERVISORS NAME: Ana Chico
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Monique Jessica Ayala
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 10/11/2023

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/11/2023

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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