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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364844539
Report Date: 05/12/2026
Date Signed: 05/12/2026 02:38:31 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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
364844539
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		GARCIA, DEBORAHFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(909) 965-9534
CITY:SAN BERNARDINOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92404
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 8DATE:
05/12/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:54 PM
MET WITH:Deborah Garcia; LicenseeTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:00 PM
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On May 12, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Hanna Cha met with Licensee Deborah Garcia. The purpose of the visit was to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the facility. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection to the Licensee and toured the facility. LPA observed Licensee and Assistant providing care and supervision to eight children. Per Licensee, currently no infants (24 months and under enrolled) Per Licensee, five adults and two minor children reside in the home. LPA verified fingerprint clearances for all adults in the home. The current days and hours of operation are Mondays to Sundays; 23 hours/day. LPA informed Licensee that Licensee must stay awake during all hours children are awake.

Physical Plant: This is a one-story home with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchen, living room, laundry room, front yard, and backyard with an in-ground pool and detached garage. Main child care is provided in the kitchen, bathroom #1 (located down the hallway), living room, and backyard. The off-limit areas are all five bedrooms, two bathrooms, laundry room, and detached garage. The off limit areas made inaccessible via key-lock doors and child safety door knob covers.

Indoor/Child Care Area: LPA inspected the child care area for age-appropriate toys/equipment, safety, and good repair. The carbon monoxide alarm and smoke alarm tested to be in operable condition. LPA observed fire extinguisher (2A10BC), fully green.

Kitchen: The kitchen was observed for safety, sanitation, and good repair. LPA reminded licensee, if food is brought from the child’s home, the container shall be labeled with the child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated. Licensee provides all meals during operational hours. Cleaning compounds stored under kitchen sink away from food, made inaccessible with a child safety lock. Knives and sharp items stored in high cabinet, out of reach of children. Per licensee, there is no smoking in the home. Per licensee, no firearms/weapons on premises.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Hanna Cha
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/12/2026
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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Created By: Hanna Cha On 05/12/2026 at 01:54 PM
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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
, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844539

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 05/12/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.814(a)(1)(B)(ii)(I)
Pool Safety
(ii) (I) An alarm that, when placed in a swimming pool, will sound upon detecting an entrance into the water. The alarm shall be turned on and be in working condition during a facility’s operating hours while the swimming pool is not in use.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation, pool alarm was not installed in the water. When placed in the water to be tested, the pool alarm did not sound which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 05/19/2026
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Licensee will fix pool alarm and provide proof of pool alarm in working order by POC due date.
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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.
Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Hanna Cha
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 05/12/2026


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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844539
VISIT DATE: 05/12/2026
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Outdoor/Child Care Area: The outdoor play area is provided in the back yard. The outdoor play area was observed for age-appropriate toys, safety, and shady areas.

Pool/Bodies of Water: Per LPA observation, there is an in-ground pool in the back yard, adjacent to the outdoor play area. LPA observed mesh fencing with one gate that provides access to the in-ground pool. The mesh fencing encloses the pool from the remainder of the back yard. The fence was 60 inches in height. The fence does not obscure the pool from view. The vertical clearance from the ground to the bottom of the enclosure did not exceed two inches. There were no gaps or voids wider than 4 inches. LPA tested the gate to swing away from the pool, self-close, self-latch, and have a key-lockable device.

Per LPA observation, the pool alarm was not installed in the water at time of inspection. The pool alarm was placed on the ground, near the pool. When the pool alarm was placed in the water to be tested, the alarm did not sound. Licensee immediately attempted to fix the pool alarm. LPA informed Licensee that pool alarm must be turned on and in working order during all child care hours. Licensee will send proof of pool alarm in working order to the department by POC due date. A Type B citation issued. See 809-D.

Per LPA observation, a rescue pole with a body hook at a minimum fixed length of 12 feet was not observed near the pool. Per Licensee, there was a rescue pole with a body hook. At time of inspection, it was missing. LPA informed Licensee that a rescue pole with a body hook must be readily available for use. Licensee will send proof of rescue pole with body hook to the department. A Technical Violation issued.

At time of inspection, Licensee did not provide daily pool check log documentation. Per Licensee, Licensee was unaware of the requirement to document daily pool inspections before opening the facility. LPA informed Licensee of the requirement to document daily pool inspections. Licensee will document daily pool inspections for one week and send proof to the department. A Technical Violation issued.

LPA observed a life ring approved by the U.S. Coast Guard with a minimum exterior of 17 inches. Licensee shall ensure that there are no climbing aids around the fence that could be used as a handhold or foothold for children to climb. LPA informed licensee that the pool requirements will remain in place whenever licensed care is provided, and so long as the requirements make the pool inaccessible to children as determined by the licensing department.

File Review: LPA reviewed Licensee and Assistant files. LPA reviewed two children files. Last disaster drill conducted on 04/2026.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Hanna Cha
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/12/2026
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844539
VISIT DATE: 05/12/2026
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Documents Provided: Pool Regulations, Entrance Checklist

LPA reviewed the overnight care regulations with the licensee, discussed supervision plans, and provided licensee with a copy of Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, Article 6 – Section 102426 (Overnight Care).



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.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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.

Any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent of the Department shall, upon presentation of proper identification, shall inspect the facility. The Licensee shall permit the Department to inspect the family childcare home, and to privately interview children or staff, to determine compliance with or to prevent violations of family child care laws or regulations. Also, to enter and inspect any place providing personal care, supervision and services at any time, with or without advance notice, to secure compliance with, or to prevent a violation.

Licensee advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report (LIC624B) when submitting a report to the department at: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov. A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven (7) days following the occurrence of any events specified above.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Hanna Cha
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/12/2026
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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: GARCIA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 364844539
VISIT DATE: 05/12/2026
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 licensee of the importance of checking for and removing any 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, 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Licensee 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.

During the exit interview, the Licensee Deborah Garcia confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed an RSO check on FAS.

During this inspection, two Technical Violations and one Type B citation issued. See 809-D.

A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Deborah Garcia.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mariela Ramon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Hanna Cha
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/12/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/12/2026
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