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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701493
Report Date: 09/29/2022
Date Signed: 09/29/2022 02:13:42 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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:SOUL INFANT & TODDLER CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
376701493
ADMINISTRATOR:RUTH ALCANTARAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:6785 IMPERIAL AVENUETELEPHONE:
(858) 290-5935
CITY:SAN DIEGOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92114
CAPACITY: 29TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 29CENSUS: 8DATE:
09/29/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:00 AM
MET WITH:Ruth Alcantata, DirectorTIME COMPLETED:
12:00 PM
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On 09/29/2022 at 8:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Michelle Hood, met with Lead Teacher Cindy Rivera for the purpose of an unannounced annual inspection. There is a fully qualified Director on site. There were no infant children age 0-24 months present. There were eight toddler option children age 18 – 36 months present. Operation is Monday - Friday 7:00am - 6:00pm. LPA continued the inspection with the director.

LPA toured the facility. The rooms were clean, orderly and at a comfortable temperature during this visit. Adequate ventilation and heating are available. All required forms were posted. The furniture, books, games, and toys are safe, age-appropriate, and in good repair. There is a variety of activities provided throughout the day. Infant foods/beverages are labeled/dated and stored per regulation in the infant room refrigerator. The food service area for older infants eating solid food consists of a kitchen that is clean and sanitary. Food is stored in covered containers at 45 degrees or less and there is no expired or contaminated food present. Staff preparing food are using proper personal hygiene and food service practices. The food meets the nutritional requirements per regulation and is of good quality and proper quantity. The lunch/snack menu is posted, Changes are recorded, and menus are stored for 30 days. Food has been stored separately from any chemicals or cleaning products and the food preparation sink is separate from the diaper/changing and toilet/potty chair handwashing sink.

Infant bedding/napping equipment is in good repair with standard cribs and mattresses of a water-resistant material, disinfected daily. Cribs are spaced adequately apart to meet regulations and are not blocking an entrance or an exit. Tight-fitting crib sheets are in place, bedding is stored separately, and each child has his/her own. No children are using the same crib. Soiled sheets are kept inaccessible to children and the bedding is washed daily or more if necessary. Infant changing tables have padded, washable vinyl is at least one inch thick with sides raised at least 3 inches, per regulation, and are within arm’s reach of a sink that is not used for food preparation. The sink and changing table are disinfected between each use.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Cynthia Gray
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/29/2022
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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: SOUL INFANT & TODDLER CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701493
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2022
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Hand washing and toileting areas are in safe, sanitary, and operating condition. There is at least one potty chair or toilet with a training seat present for every 5 infants who are potty training. All storage containers or trash cans containing solid or diaper waste have tight-fitting lids and are in good repair. Any waste water used to clean is discarded after use.

Each infant is to be under direct visual observation and supervision by staff at all times. If the napping area does not have a half or transparent wall that allows for audio and visual supervision from the activity area, the staff is present in the napping area. Sleep checks are conducted and documented every 15 minutes for all infants ages 0-2 years of age. Appropriate supervision was in place during this visit.

The outdoor activity space is fully fenced and separate from other programs with age-appropriate play equipment, securely anchored to the ground. There is sufficient cushioning and adequate shade. Drinking water is available at all times, both inside and outside. There are several staff present with current CPR and First Aid certifications. Medications are stored in a lockbox in each classroom, and inaccessible to children with all required documentation in place. There is no evidence of rodent or insect activity. The carbon monoxide detector is operational. The facility has a written disaster plan in place that meets the regulatory requirement and has been conducting and documenting evacuation drills every six months. The facility does not transport children.

LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, a sample of personnel records, and a sample of children's records. All were found to be in compliance with Title 22 regulation. The facility is reminded the Mandated Reporter Training is to be retaken every two years and can be accessed at the following website: www.mandatedreporterca.com. Children are evaluated upon entry and monitored throughout the day for signs of illness. The isolation area for ill children awaiting pick up is the separate office with the director or lead teacher present.

The facility has sufficient Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and understands that current County requirements strongly recommend that all staff regardless of vaccination, wear masks while indoors. Reporting requirements for positive Covid-19 results in children or staff were discussed to include contact with the County Department of Public Health for guidance (619-692-8499) and Licensing (619-767-2248) to report the unusual incident.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Cynthia Gray
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2022
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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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: SOUL INFANT & TODDLER CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701493
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2022
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the director and lead teacher 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 the 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 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

The 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 the 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.

The director is advised to sign up for Quarterly Updates and Provider Information Notices (PINs) for one or more programs on our website: www.ccld.ca.gov. Select “Child Care” then “Quick Links” and Quarterly Updates. Select “Receive Important Updates” then put the email address in and choose which program(s) you would like to subscribe to and select “Subscribe.”

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: Cynthia Gray
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2022
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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
MISSION VALLEY, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: SOUL INFANT & TODDLER CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701493
VISIT DATE: 09/29/2022
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LPA conducted a child care quality management interview with an Exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with the director. NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Cynthia Gray
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Michelle Hood
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/29/2022
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