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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 393622598
Report Date: 06/15/2023
Date Signed: 06/15/2023 06:15:42 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 06/15/2023 06:15 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
SACRAMENTO S. CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME:CHIMINIKE'S PRESCHOOL LEARNING CENTER - LLCFACILITY NUMBER:
393622598
ADMINISTRATOR:PICOS, MERARYFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:6608 GRIGSBY PLACETELEPHONE:
(209) 451-0583
CITY:STOCKTONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95219
CAPACITY: 40TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 40CENSUS: 39DATE:
06/15/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
01:30 PM
MET WITH:Merary PicosTIME COMPLETED:
04:45 PM
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On June 15th, 2023, at 1:30 pm, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) David Nguyen and Lauren Scott met with Director Merary Picos for the purpose of an unannounced Annual inspection. The purpose of the unannounced annual inspection was explained. LPAs were granted for entry into the facility by director. LPAs toured the facility inside and out. LPAs observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday- Sunday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Facility provides breakfast, AM snack, lunch and PM snack, and dinner. There were thirty-nine (39) children present during today's inspection. LPAs checked that annual fees are current.

LPAs reviewed staffing ratios, first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills and drinking water. LPAs observed all required forms to be posted. LPAs observed functioning carbon monoxide and smoke alarms. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured, the play structure appeared to be in good repair, and there is sufficient cushioning (artificial grass and cushioned turf) under the play structure.

LPAs reviewed the electronic sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in. LPAs reviewed children’s and staff files. All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance. Licensee 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.

LPAs observed health screening reports with TB test and required MMR and TDAP vaccines. All staff members present today had current Pediatric CPR and First Aid. LPAs observed AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates for all staff. The Director was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website.

Report continues on 809-C.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Chayntel Hunter
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: David Nguyen
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/15/2023
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
SACRAMENTO S. CC RO, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: CHIMINIKE'S PRESCHOOL LEARNING CENTER - LLC
FACILITY NUMBER: 393622598
VISIT DATE: 06/15/2023
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This provider is not currently providing Incidental Medical Services (IMS) services to children in care. 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

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/inspection-process.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the director, Merary Picos. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

In the areas that were evaluated, no deficiencies were cited during the inspection.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Chayntel Hunter
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: David Nguyen
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/15/2023
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