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25 | On 10/5/2026 at 8:55PM., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Luis Gomez met with Assistant, Imely Aguilar. The purpose of today’s visit was explained and was for an unannounced, annual/ random inspection. Present was the assistant caring for 3 children. During inspection, licensee, Maria Elena Garcia Guzman arrived to facility. During inspection, 5 additional children arrived to facility, and one was picked up by guardian.
The LPA observed 7 total children in care (3 infant-age, 4 preschool-age). The adults present have criminal record clearances on file. The childcare is located on the ground level of the home only. The licensee’s home has 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, and is a 2-level house. The days and hours of operations are: Monday- Friday 8:00 AM.- 5:00 PM. The areas designated for childcare are: Lower Level: Activity Room; Bathroom #1; and Backyard. The areas of the home designated as off-limits are: Entire Upper Level: Living Room; Dining Room; Bedroom #1; #2; Kitchen; Bathroom #2; and Bathroom #3. Lower Level: Garage; and Bathroom #4. LPA inspected home, indoor and outdoor, with licensee for health and safety hazards.
At 9:05AM., The following was observed: Facility was neat with age-appropriate playthings/ materials available for the children. All floors and ground surfaces were clear of obstructions or hazards. The accessible furniture and materials were in good repair; and free of sharp corners or splintered edges. The playroom had a soft padded surface (carpeting) installed. The bathroom area was observed clean and adequate supplies for handwashing. The LPA observed diaper changing table available for staff use as needed.
The home was furnished with child sized chairs and tables, scaled to the appropriate size. The off-limits areas, including staircase and garage, have been made inaccessible with child safety gates and doors installed.
For nap services/ scheduled rest, the LPA observed several plan pens and labelled mats stored in facility. Per licensee, the bed linens and blankets are washed on-site every, weekly. The home was maintained at a comfortable temperature, was well-lit, and had sufficient ventilation. The facility had a telephone service (cell phone); smoke/ carbon monoxide combination detector; and a fully charged- fire extinguisher (2A10BC) under sink. (REFER TO 809C, FOR CONT.)
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