198021419-2-19-2025-33-CC-SPEY-DE2PEL-20250219101519

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198021419
Report Date: 02/19/2025
Date Signed: 02/19/2025 10:15:31 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/19/2025 10:15 AM - 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:	LINCOLN HEIGHTS HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	198021419
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	HOUCHEN, MARCIE		FACILITY TYPE:	860
ADDRESS:	2141 WORKMAN ST		TELEPHONE:	(626) 572-5107
CITY:	LOS ANGELES	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	90031
CAPACITY: 30	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 17	CENSUS: 16	DATE:	02/19/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	08:15 AM
MET WITH:	Faviola Cardenas, teacher		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	10:30 AM

NARRATIVE
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 Wednesday February 19, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Staicy Perry conducted an unannounced annual inspection and met with teacher Faviola Cardenas who guided LPA Perry on a tour of the facility. This is a preschool program that can serve up to 30 preschool children ages 2 to 5 years. This program operates Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sign in and out takes place at the main entrance area. All areas identified on the facility sketch were toured and inspected both indoors and outdoors. Teacher and child ratio were observed, and present staff are fingerprinted cleared. LPA entered the classroom. LPA Perry observed 16 children and 5 staff present during inspection supervising the children. LPA observed age-appropriate furniture and equipment to be in good condition, free of sharp, not loose, or pointed parts and age-appropriate toys accessible to children. LPA observed a cubby for children to store their personal belongings. LPA observed cleaning solutions stored inside the bottom kitchen cabinet with a lock making it inaccessible for children to reach and open. LPA Perry observed a step trash bin with a lid. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were evaluated by LPA Perry. LPA observed central AC/heater and vents located on the ceiling. LPA observed the thermostats located in classroom and temperatures to be between 70-71 degrees. LPA observed the fire extinguishers located in classroom and the valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguishers indicating fully charged and serviced on 7/31/2024. Smoke detectors were not tested during this visit due to the detectors being wired to the emergency pull down fire alarm system. Carbon monoxide detectors in classroom. LPA Perry did not test due to it be dual with fire alarm. The last emergency drill was conducted on 1/22/25. LPA observed napping equipment cots to be in good condition and stored in the classrooms. First aid kit supplies are kept inside the classroom and LPA observed the kits to be fully equipped. During this visit, per teacher, stated currently has children with medication or severe food allergies. LPA Perry asked if there were any poisons, firearms, weapons, or bodies of water. Teacher stated no firearms, weapons, no poisons nor bodies of water. LPA did not observe firearms or weapons, poisons,

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/19/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2025

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

FACILITY NAME: LINCOLN HEIGHTS HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 198021419
	VISIT DATE: 02/19/2025

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nor bodies of water. Teacher stated the ill isolation area takes place in a corner of the classroom and children will utilize staff restroom. LPA Perry observed the restrooms to be in good condition with working toilets, sinks, hand soap dispenser and paper towels.

LPA Perry entered the outdoor play area. LPA Perry observed the equipment to be in a safe condition, free of sharp, no lose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. LPA Perry observed play structure equipment to be age appropriate for ages 2-5 years and areas around or under high climbing equipment, are cushioned that may absorb a fall. For adequate shade, LPA Perry observed a shade structure. LPA observed the playground yard to be fenced and the side gates closed and locked with a keypad lock. Fencing is made of wrought iron which was observed to be at least four feet high. LPA observed trash bins with lids. For outdoor water drinking have water jugs and disposable cups.

This program provides breakfast, lunch, and pm snack. LPA Perry informed teacher that any food brought from the children's homes, the container shall be labeled with the child's name and properly stored or refrigerated. For water drinking, LPA Perry observed water pitchers and disposable cups in the classroom made accessible to the children. LPA observed the food preparation area to be clean and free of litter, rubbish, rodents, and/or any other vermin and storage containers for solid waste, including movable bins with tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

The following documents were posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at the facility: Facility License, Notification of Parents' Rights (PUB 393), Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Menu, and Earthquake Preparedness (LIC 9148). PUB 269 Child Passenger System Poster, and Daily Schedule.

LPA Perry reviewed the children’s roster, children’s files observed the files to be complete. Staff files are kept at headquarters and will be reviewed at a later date.

Teacher was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/19/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2025

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

FACILITY NAME: LINCOLN HEIGHTS HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 198021419
	VISIT DATE: 02/19/2025

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Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA Perry reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. Files and medication were observed to be complete.

For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

Teacher 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.

Currently the facility is in compliance with Title 22 Regulations and no deficiency will be cited on this day.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with teacher Faviola Cardenas. Appeal rights discussed and provided.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Brandi VanOosten
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Staicy Perry
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/19/2025

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2025

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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