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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 384004439
Report Date: 01/10/2023
Date Signed: 01/10/2023 01:09:03 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 01/10/2023 01:09 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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME:MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.FACILITY NUMBER:
384004439
ADMINISTRATOR:BAJ, LUISAFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:254 LAGUNA HONDA BLVD.TELEPHONE:
(415) 572-6376
CITY:SAN FRANCISCOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94116
CAPACITY: 31TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 31CENSUS: 21DATE:
01/10/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
08:40 AM
MET WITH:Luisa BajTIME COMPLETED:
01:00 PM
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 On January 10. 2023., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Van met with Director Luisa Baj for an unannounced mandatory 1-year random inspection. The Center is a combination of programs, consisting of an infants & toddler program and a Preschool program. The inspection today focuses on the Infants & toddlers program. The infants' program serves infants from 0 – 24 months, and the toddler component allows children 18 – 36 months. Today, six teachers, including the Director, supervised 13 infants and 8 toddlers. Today's staff-to-infant ratios are met at the facility. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. The program is on a large open floor, partitioned into three pods. The toddler option room is physically separate from the enclosed infant areas.
LPA assessed the Center for health and safety hazards with the Director. LPA observed that the facility has an electronic sign-in / out for parents or authorized representatives, and a pin code is provided to parents. The Center is clean and organized. There is ample heating, lighting, and ventilation. The facility has age-appropriate toys, furnishings, cribs, changing tables, and equipment. There were no pools, spas, or other bodies of water noticed by LPA. LPA observed no bouncers, exersaucers, or similar equipment at the Center. According to the Director, there are no firearms or weapons at the Center. All cleaning materials and possibly hazardous objects are kept out of reach of children. There are separate restrooms for the personnel. The lids of all solid waste storage containers are tightly fitted. There are multiple carbon monoxide detectors, a centralized smoke alarm, and a fully equipped First Aid kit at the facility.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/10/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/10/2023
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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.
FACILITY NUMBER: 384004439
VISIT DATE: 01/10/2023
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 LPA observed three changing tables, two are for infants, and one is for toddlers. The diaper-changing tables have at least 1" thick padding, are covered with disposable paper and have at least 3" elevated edges. The changing tables are within arm's reach of the sink, and disposable wipes are used to clean after each usage. There is sufficient sleeping equipment, cribs, and cots for each child. Mats and bedding are kept in the appropriate location. Parents' breast milk/formula is appropriately stored in the refrigerator, and each bottle is labeled. Parents provide their children with formula, food, and diapers. LPA noticed that the food preparation site is clean and organized and that children are not permitted.
The facility presently has an outside waiver that allows eight children to utilize the outdoors simultaneously, and a rotating schedule is necessary. The outdoor infant play area is maintained clean and free of debris.
LPA checked personnel and children's records. A sample of children's files was evaluated and found to have medical assessments, needs, services, feeding plans, and signed admission agreements. Per the Director, infants' needs and services are updated quarterly. Staff files are well-organized and thorough, including proof of educational credentials. Multiple staff members have valid CPR cards in their files and Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza vaccine proof. LPA also noticed that the facility had posted the required documents. (License, menus, waivers, Notification of Parental Rights, Notification of Personal Rights, Car Seat Law, and Emergency Disaster Plan.) The Director indicated that fire and earthquake drills are held quarterly.
LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the 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 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.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2023
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.
FACILITY NUMBER: 384004439
VISIT DATE: 01/10/2023
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 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 Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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 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 was informed about Mandated Reporter training available on the CCLD website. In addition to AB1207 training required to complete every two years by the Licensee and all staff hired, a one-time General Training is also required. Training can be taken online at www.mandaterreporterca.com. Also, the Director was reminded of Pesticides training. Information on the DPR website at: www.cdpr.ca.gov/shoolipm/childcare
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.
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SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2023
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 851 TRAEGER AVE., SUITE 360
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
FACILITY NAME: MEANINGFUL BEGINNINGS DEVELOPMENT CTR.
FACILITY NUMBER: 384004439
VISIT DATE: 01/10/2023
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 No deficiencies were cited today. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the Director, Luisa Baj. Today's report, January 10, 2023, and notice of the site visit were provided to the Director. LPA informed the Director that the site visit notice must be posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Garfield Leung
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Brendon Van
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/10/2023
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