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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Angelica Vargas conducted an unannounced annual inspection for a large family childcare at the above home on 05/21/2026 at 11:20 AM. LPA met with Licensee Maribel Moreno, who guided LPA on a tour of the home. There were 11 children present with Licensee and Assistant when LPA arrived. During the visit, the facility had 20 children enrolled and 11 children present.
The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Certain areas are off-limits, including the entire second floor, family room, kitchen, living room, dining room, laundry room, and garage. The facility is licensed as a large Family Child Care Home (FCCH) with a maximum capacity of fourteen children and is operating within the licensed capacity of the license. The fire clearance for a large family child care was approved on 07/11/2022 by Indio Fire Services.
During the inspection, LPA observed Licensee to be responsive and aware of where the children were at all times. A working cell phone is available, and the current phone number on file is correct. A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed, along with a functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector, both of which were tested by the Licensee. The fireplace is properly screened to prevent access by children, and all hazardous items, including toxins, are stored securely and are inaccessible to children. No weapons are present, and the Licensee, Victoria Canas, understands that all firearms, weapons, and ammunition must be locked separately and made inaccessible as per Title 22 Regulations. There is a baby gate placed before going in to the off-limit areas in the day care room.
The facility provides clean, safe, and age-appropriate toys for children. A current roster is on file, and required postings, including the Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Notification of Parent’s Rights, are displayed. Fire and disaster drill documentation is maintained, with the last drill conducted on February 5, 2026.
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