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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 344500595
Report Date: 11/04/2025
Date Signed: 11/04/2025 03:51:15 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 S. CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME:HAPPY TRAILS LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
344500595
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		DEBORAH OCHOAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:600 A STREETTELEPHONE:
(916) 583-4422
CITY:GALTSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95632
CAPACITY: 6TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 6CENSUS: 6DATE:
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TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:30 AM
MET WITH:Deborah OchoaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
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On 11/04/2025, Licensing Program Analyst Katy Velazquez (LPA) conducted a field visit to the facility for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entrance into the facility. LPA met with the Director Deborah Ochoa (D1). LPA toured the facility inside and outside. LPA observed 6 infants being supervised by 2 staff members. LPA accessed Guardian to verify that all required adults were background cleared and associated to the license. LPA observed 1 volunteer providing care and supervision to children who did not have a cleared background check. D1 confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders employed at the facility. LPA completed the RSO profile on 10/10/2025. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The facility does not provide transportation.

LPA conducted a file review prior to inspection and notified D1 that annual fees were not current. While on location, LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA reviewed care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, medications, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills, and drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. Cribs were available for each infant under 12 months old and cots available for infants over 12 months old. A Needs and Services Plan was on file for each infant/toddler present during today’s inspection. LPA observed proper storage of refrigerated bottles which were dated and labeled with children's names.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with D1 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.
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karyn Guerra
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Katy Velazquez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 11/04/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

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

FACILITY NAME: HAPPY TRAILS LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 344500595

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101439.1(b)(1)
Infant Care Center Sleeping Equipment
(b) A crib or portable -crib meeting United States Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards shall be provided for each infant who is unable to climb out of a crib. (1) Mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size, fits tightly on the mattress, and overlaps the underside of the mattress so it cannot be dislodged.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when cribs had pads instead of mattresses with sheets that were not fitting and 2 mattresses that were foam, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/05/2025
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Licensee will purchase crib mattresses that meet United States Consumer Product Safety Commission safety standards with fitted crib sheets. Licensee will email LPA proof of the purchase by 5:00 PM on 11/05/2025.
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HSC
1596.871(c)(1)(A)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
Subsequent to initial licensure, a person specified in subdivision (b) who is not exempt from fingerprinting shall obtain either a criminal record clearance or an exemption from disqualification, pursuant to subdivision(f) of this section or Section 1522.7, from the State Department of Social Services prior to employment, residence, or initial presence in the facility.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when a volunteer was providing care and supervision of children without a clear background check, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 11/05/2025
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Licensee will no longer allow the volunteer at her facility until Guardian displays the individual as cleared. Licensee will email LPA confirmation that the individual has been removed and or received a Livescan.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Karyn Guerra
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Katy Velazquez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/04/2025


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Created By: Katy Velazquez On 11/04/2025 at 02:07 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

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

FACILITY NAME: HAPPY TRAILS LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 344500595

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216.1(g)
Teacher Qualifications and Duties
(g) A photocopy of the teacher's Child Development Permit as specified in (c)(3) above, or a photocopy of the teacher's transcript(s) documenting successful completion of required course work, shall be maintained at the center.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when staff files were not complete with transcripts and required documentation which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 12/04/2025
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LPA will conduct a field visit to inspect staff files and clear the citation.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Karyn Guerra
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Katy Velazquez
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 11/04/2025


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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
SACRAMENTO S. CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: HAPPY TRAILS LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 344500595
VISIT DATE: 11/04/2025
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LPA discussed the Infant Sleep Regulations with D1. LPA discussed the requirement to check and log infant napping every 15 minutes and observed Napping Logs for infants 24 months and under. LPA observed Individual Sleeping Plan/LIC 9227 for infants during today's inspection. LPA also informed D1 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 that s/he register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on purchased equipment. LPA observed cribs with pads being used as mattresses with sheets that were not properly fitted.

LPA observed a changing table within arm's reach of the sink. There appeared to be adequate toys and equipment available for children. LPA toured the outdoor play area with available shade. D1 stated that a pitcher of water is taken outside for recess.

LPA reviewed the paper sign in/out documents and observed that the children who were currently in care were signed-in. LPA reviewed children’s and staff files. LPA observed Health Screening Reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines for some members present today. A staff member present today had current Pediatric CPR and First Aid training (expiration 10/2026). LPA observed current Mandated Reporter training for some staff members present today. D1 was reminded to renew the course every 2 years. This training requirement may be met by using the Department’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules. The OCAP modules are free of cost and available at: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com. The training is currently provided in English and Spanish.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. 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/.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers constructed before January 1, 2010,
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karyn Guerra
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Katy Velazquez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2025
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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
SACRAMENTO S. CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
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FACILITY NAME: HAPPY TRAILS LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 344500595
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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 childcare 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 with the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP on November 2023.

D1 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.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platform. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication. D1 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.

Title 22 deficiencies were cited on subsequent 809-D page(s). LPA informed Licensee Ochoa that this report, dated 11/04/2025, document(s) 2 Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Velazquez informed L1 to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 11/04/2025 that documents any Type A citation(s) 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.

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with Director Ochoa. LPA provided Licensee Appeal Rights to D1. A Notice of Site visit was posted by LPA and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karyn Guerra
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Katy Velazquez
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 11/04/2025
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