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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 343623835
Report Date: 02/23/2024
Date Signed: 02/23/2024 02:11:40 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/23/2024 02:11 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
SACRAMENTO CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME:	HODGE LEARNING CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	343623835
ADMINISTRATOR:	JEN, DEBBIE		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	7277 LONE PINE DRIVE STE C-102		TELEPHONE:	(619) 663-0574
CITY:	RANCHO MURIETA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	95683
CAPACITY:	14	CENSUS: 6	DATE:	02/23/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 3 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	11:30 AM
MET WITH:	Debbie Jen		TIME COMPLETED:	02:30 PM

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On Friday, February 23, 2024, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Amanda Sutter and Fabian Schwartz met with Director Debbie Jen for the purpose of an unannounced required annual inspection. LPA observed 6 children supervised by 2 staff. All individuals subject to criminal background review have obtained a criminal record clearance. The facility hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

LPA toured classroom space, restroom, and outdoor play area. LPA observed the following documents are posted: License, Parents' Rights Poster, Child personal Rights, Seat Belt Law, Menu, Daily Schedule, Shared Outdoor Space Waiver, and Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA observed a functional carbon monoxide detector. Cleaning disinfectants and hazardous items are appropriately stored and inaccessible to children. Program is documenting the napping infants every 15 minutes. Director stated that infant bedding is washed weekly. LPA observed changing tables in arms reach of a sink. Director stated there are no poisons or firearms on the premises. Furniture and equipment are in good condition, and toileting facilities are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. Children bring their own food. The program provides occasionally provides snacks to supplement the children’s meals. LPA observed bottles without labels in the refrigerator.

LPAs observed trash bins with tight fitted lids. LPA observed the facility’s paper sign in and out system. Facility has record of conducting fire drills at least every six months; last fire drill was conducted on January 31, 2024. Playground equipment and surfaces are free of loose or sharp parts and bark is present under the equipment to provide sufficient cushioning. There are sufficient equipment and toys, and shaded areas are supplied by the building awning. Drinking water is readily available to children both indoors and outdoors. Director stated that children bring their own water bottles which are refilled using water jugs.

LPAs observed three children napping in cribs. LPAs observed one napping child with a blanket and stuffed animal. LPAs observed director to remove items from the crib.
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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Seychelle De Luca	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5719
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter	TELEPHONE: (916) 261-8918
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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: HODGE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 343623835
	VISIT DATE: 02/23/2024

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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 21-21.1-CCP).

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

One staff and three children's records were reviewed. Both children and staff files were observed to be complete. The facility keeps record of 15 minute sleep checks. LPA observed Individual Infant Sleeping Plans and Need and Services plans in classroom binders. There is at least one staff member present with a current CPR certificate.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with director 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 director 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) 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-care-centers/.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Seychelle De Luca	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5719
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter	TELEPHONE: (916) 261-8918
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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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: HODGE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 343623835
	VISIT DATE: 02/23/2024

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Director 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.

Director 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.

Based on the inspection, one Title 22 Deficiencies have been issued on the attached LIC 809-D. The director was informed that this report dated 2/23/2024 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days. The director shall also provide a copy of this licensing report to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification. Director has been provided with appeal rights.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Debbie Jen. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Seychelle De Luca	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5719
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter	TELEPHONE: (916) 261-8918
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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Document Has Been Signed on 02/23/2024 02:11 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

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: HODGE LEARNING CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 343623835
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 02/23/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

CCR

101439.1(f)

Infant Care Center Sleeping Equipment

(f) Cribs shall be free from all loose articles and objects, including blankets and pillows. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	LPAs observed an infant in a crib with a blanket and a stuffed animal, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 02/26/2024
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	LPA will return to observe proper safe sleep regulations are being followed.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Seychelle De Luca	TELEPHONE: (916) 263-5719
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Amanda Sutter	TELEPHONE: (916) 261-8918
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/23/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/23/2024

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