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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376300425
Report Date: 12/19/2024
Date Signed: 12/19/2024 03:17:49 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
RIVERSIDE SOUTH EAST, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME:LITTLE BEARS TENDER CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
376300425
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CAROL HADNOTFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:1111 HIGHLAND DRIVETELEPHONE:
(760) 805-5034
CITY:VISTASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92083
CAPACITY: 22TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 22CENSUS: 27DATE:
12/19/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:01 PM
MET WITH:Carol HadnotTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:00 PM
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On December 19, 2024, at 12:01 PM Licensing Program Analyst’s (LPA’s), Courtnee Peebles and William Chancellor conducted an annual inspection as part of a compliance review. This is a combination childcare center and the other licensed programs are: School age and Preschool programs which were also inspected on this date. A tour of the inside and outside of the facility was granted and the following was observed and/or noted:

· The following items were posted and updated where necessary:
- License
- Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC610) and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC9148)
- Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB393)
- Personal Rights (LIC613A)
- Child Car Seat Law
- Menu
· The facility is operating with the limits as stated on the license.
· Ratios are being met during this inspection with seven infants and three staff
· Classrooms are adequately equipped with age and size appropriate furniture and equipment and free of hazards.
· There are no weapons present at the facility as stated by Carol Hadnot
· There are no accessible bodies of water present. All wading pools or similar product must be emptied immediately after use and stored in an upright position.
· Drinking water is provided in the indoor activity space and in the outdoor activity space by public filtered water
· No Medications are stored currently at the facility
· Hazardous items are stored where inaccessible to children which include: Disinfectants, cleaning solutions
SUPERVISORS NAME: Pauline Beschorner
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Courtnee Peebles
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/19/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
RIVERSIDE SOUTH EAST, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE BEARS TENDER CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376300425
VISIT DATE: 12/19/2024
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and other items that are dangerous
· All floors were observed to be clean and safe
· Highchairs and tables have broad-based legs and trays lock into place
· Changing tables are within arm’s reach of a sink; padding is at least 1” think with raised sides of at least 3” covered in washable vinyl or plastic
· Hand washing is completed before and after each diaper change and before feeding an infant
· Bathrooms were observed to be safe, sanitary and in operating condition; there is at least 1 potty chair for every 5 potty-training infants
· Playgrounds are enclosed by appropriate fencing and not free of hazards. During the facility tour LPA observed a toy kitchen with a broken attached conveyor belt, that is not age appropriate for infants in care. Toy kitchens for infants are allowable starting at age 18 months, however kitchens that possess a conveyor belt are allowable for children starting at 24 months of age. Furthermore, there was an additional kitchen for infants that was broken that possessed a sharp edge that could be harmful to infants in care. This poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. A citation will be issued.
· Outdoor activity areas are supplied with age and size appropriate equipment in good condition
· Food preparation area is clean, free of litter and rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin
· Food is not stored appropriately and protected from contamination, During the facility tour LPA observed a can of disinfectant Lysol on a push able cart on the top shelf next to three infant bottles that remained without lids. Director was reminded that toxic cleaning solutions shall not be next to feeding supplies, food, or other consumable items for children in care. This poses a potential health and safety risk to infants in care. A citation will be issued.
· All storage containers for solid waste were observed to have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair
· Sign in/Sign out record was reviewed and meets regulation requirements
· Disaster drills are conducted at least every six months – last drill conducted on 10/04/2024

A review of staff and children's records were conducted as part of this evaluation.
· Children’s records were found to be complete during this inspection.
· A staff member is present with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid which expires on 09/30/025
· Opening and closing staff member’s CPR/First Aid expires on 09/30/2025
SUPERVISORS NAME: Pauline Beschorner
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Courtnee Peebles
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
RIVERSIDE SOUTH EAST, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE BEARS TENDER CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376300425
VISIT DATE: 12/19/2024
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·Director completed Health and Safety Training
· All staff present meet minimum qualifications for the position for which they were hired.
· A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (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

Director was reminded that:


· Menus shall be posted at least one week in advance in a place visible by the child’s authorized representative, dated and kept on file for 30 days, and made available upon request.
· The areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment shall be cushioned with material that absorbs a fall.
· The Licensee was informed of their reporting requirements and is provided with the Regional Office’s Unusual Incident Reporting email mailbox: UnusualIncidentReportsDO10@dss.ca.gov
· The Licensee can submit transfer forms to associate new individuals or to disassociate someone from your facility at: Associations_Disassociations858@dss.ca.gov

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee/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 licensee/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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Pauline Beschorner
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Courtnee Peebles
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
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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
RIVERSIDE SOUTH EAST, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE BEARS TENDER CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376300425
VISIT DATE: 12/19/2024
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Licensee/director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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.

On-line Licensing forms & regulations for a Child Care Center can be obtained on the Department’s website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Additionally, there is a link to “Receive Important Updates” located on the right side of the page, immediately above Quick Links. One can add their email address and choose which program(s) they wish to receive Provider Information Notices (PIN) for.



The Duty Officer is available to answer questions Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm at:
1-844-LET-US-NO (1-844-538-8766) and/or 951-782-4200


See LIC809-D for cited deficiencies.

1. LIC 500 Personnel Report
2. LIC 610 Emergency & Disaster Plan
3. Parent Handbook/ Program Curriculum/Admission policies and procedures/ fee schedule (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old)
4. LIC 309 Administrative Organization (only if changes have been made or file copy is more than 2 years old)
5. LIC 308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility (only if changes have been made& current designation is on file)

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/process.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Pauline Beschorner
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Courtnee Peebles
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
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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
RIVERSIDE SOUTH EAST, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
FACILITY NAME: LITTLE BEARS TENDER CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376300425
VISIT DATE: 12/19/2024
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An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the licensee/director Carol Hadnot. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Pauline Beschorner
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Courtnee Peebles
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/19/2024
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Created By: Courtnee Peebles On 12/19/2024 at 02:08 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
, 3737 MAIN STREET, STE 700
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501

FACILITY NAME: LITTLE BEARS TENDER CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376300425

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 12/19/2024

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
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Section Cited
HSC
101438.1(g)
(g) All disinfectants, cleaning solutions and other hazardous materials shall be removed immediately and stored as specified in Section 101238.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA and Director observed there aLysol disinfectant spral on the top shelf of a moveable cart, directly next to three infant bottles, that were without lids and had remaining milk, not preventing contamination. Which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/17/2025
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Director will make disinfectant inaccessible to children in care as well as to prevent contamination of all feeding supplies, food, or other consumable items of children in care. Director will email LPA proof that all disinfectants and cleaning solutions are either locked or stored where inacessible to children or items used for consumption.
Type B
Section Cited
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101438.2(a)(d)
(a) In addition to Section 101238.2, the following shall apply:
(d) The outdoor activity space shall be equipped with a variety of age-appropriate toys and equipment


This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Accessible to infant aged children on the playground, was a pretend kitchen, with an attached cunveyor belt that is not developmentally appropriate for infants in care. Futhermore, there was another toy kitchen that was broken and had an accessible sharpp broken edge. Which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/17/2025
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Director must remove all items that are not age appropriate and a hazard to children in care. Director has been reminded to always complete a walk through of the playground and toys, before children have access to the space, to ensure they are in safe condition and age appropriate. Director will email LPA proof that both items have been removed from the infant playground.
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:Pauline Beschorner
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Courtnee Peebles
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 12/19/2024


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