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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 343617961
Report Date: 03/18/2024
Date Signed: 03/18/2024 12:12:56 PM


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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827



FACILITY NAME:COMBEST, CYNTHIAFACILITY NUMBER:
343617961
ADMINISTRATOR:COMBEST, CYNTHIAFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(916) 560-3592
CITY:CITRUS HEIGHTSSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95621
CAPACITY:14CENSUS: 7DATE:
03/18/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
11:00 AM
MET WITH:Cynthia CombestTIME COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On 3/18/2024 at approximately 11AM Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michelle Perez met with Licensee, Cynthia Combest for an unannounced inspection. During the inspection there was a census of 7 CHILDREN being supervised by the licensee and spouse. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. Facilities hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7am to 5:30pm.

A health and safety inspection was conducted in the areas accessible to children. The off-limit areas are updated to include: All bedrooms, garage and backyard. Licensee understands that children may never enter these off-limits areas. The house has a working telephone, fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector that meet regulations. LPA observed all required postings. LPA observed home was safe, orderly, and free of hazards. LPA advised the licensee that if there are any poisons at the home, all poisons must be locked with a key lock or combination lock. LPA observed a fireplace that is barricaded. Firearms were observed and verified to have guns and ammunition stored separately. LPA observed a pool, with a self-latching gate in the off limit area of the backyard.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Keven PetersTELEPHONE: (916) 263-5728
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle PerezTELEPHONE: (916) 594-3812
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/18/2024
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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: COMBEST, CYNTHIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 343617961
VISIT DATE: 03/18/2024
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LPA observed a children's roster and fire drill log, the last fire drill was conducted March 2023. Licensee's has current CPR/First aid, which expires April 2025. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training expires May 2024. Licensee understands both training’s must be completed every two years. LPAs reviewed records of children’s files, all which contained the required documentation.

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 reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Licensee is aware of and practicing safe sleep regulations.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Keven PetersTELEPHONE: (916) 263-5728
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle PerezTELEPHONE: (916) 594-3812
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024
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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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: COMBEST, CYNTHIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 343617961
VISIT DATE: 03/18/2024
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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/inspection-process.

No deficiencies were cited during today’s inspection.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Keven PetersTELEPHONE: (916) 263-5728
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle PerezTELEPHONE: (916) 594-3812
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/18/2024
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