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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 426216037
Report Date: 07/12/2023
Date Signed: 07/12/2023 03:14:52 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
CCLD Regional Office, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME:	GROWING BABIES INFANT CENTER		FACILITY NUMBER:	426216037
ADMINISTRATOR:	NICOLE HAMMOCK		FACILITY TYPE:	830
ADDRESS:	3721 MODOC ROAD		TELEPHONE:	(805) 967-8318
CITY:	SANTA BARBARA	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93105
CAPACITY: 44	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 44	CENSUS: 32	DATE:	07/12/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:	Required - 1 Year	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	12:00 PM
MET WITH:	Heather Robbins		TIME COMPLETED:	03:15 PM

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 7/12/23, at 12:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elvin Baddley conducted an unannounced One Year Required Inspection of the abovementioned Child Care Center (CCC). LPA met with Heather Robbins, Licensee of the CCC and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of the Licensee toured the interior and exterior of the CCC. The center operates from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday. The CCC is a dedicated infant center and is on the grounds of Emanuel Lutheran Church. The CCC is comprised of three classrooms (Young Infant Room, Older Infant Room and the Toddler Room) in two buildings. At the time of the inspection, 32 children are present, along with 15 teachers (cleared and associated) providing care and supervision. LPA observed the CCC to be organized. The CCC has ventilation and heating to afford for child care. LPA observed age appropriate toys and furnishings throughout the CCC. The CCC has an abundance of cribs and cots for children in care with various levels of mobility. LPA observed changing tables on site within arms reach of sinks. The CCC restroom used by the children was observed to be clean and free of toxins. LPA observed carbon monoxide detectors in each classroom. A detector in the Older Infant Room was tested at 2:10 PM and found to be operable. LPA observed refrigerators in each room which contains labeled and dated foods and liquids. Licensee informed LPA CCC provides snacks for children in care who are able to consume snacks. The CCC provides bottled water. Licensee informed LPA the CCC's water sources have not been tested for lead containment levels. LPA reminded the Licensee of the mandate to have CCC's water sources tested for lead containment levels by 1/1/23. LPA observed licensing required notices and forms at the entry of the CCC. Medication, sharps and cleaning solutions are secure in locations inaccessible to children in care. The CCC electronically signs children in and out of the CCC. LPA reviewed the Sign In/Out system which contains arrival and departure times of children as well as electronic signatures of authorized representatives. . The CCC's play areas have varied footing and are enclosed. Gates leading to the play areas are secure. LPA (CONT. 809-C, Page 2)

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elvin Baddley
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/12/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2023

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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Created By: Elvin Baddley On 07/12/2023 at 02:22 PM

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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
, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: GROWING BABIES INFANT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 426216037
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 07/12/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1597.16(a)(1)

Lead Testing

(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation and interview, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the Child Care Center has not had the facility's water sources tested for lead containment level as of 7/12/23. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 07/26/2023
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	CCC to test water sources (drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination levels by 7/26/23. Test results to be forwarded to CCLD (elvin.baddley@dss.ca.gov) no later than 7/26/23.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4
	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4

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:

Maria Mueller

LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:

Elvin Baddley

LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2023

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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, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: GROWING BABIES INFANT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 426216037
	VISIT DATE: 07/12/2023

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observed age appropriate toys/play equipment in the play areas. The toys/play equipment are free of sharp, loose or pointed objects. Licensee was reminded to replace toy and play equipment when such begins to degrade or is not in good repair. LPA observed no bodies of water were observed on site.

A sampling of staff and children's records were reviewed. The children’s records were complete and found to contain emergency contact information, immunization records and electronic logs documenting 15 minute sleep checks, among other licensing required documents. LPA reviewed Individual Sleep plans which were completed appropriately. Staff records were reviewed and current with Pediatric First Aid/CPR (EMSA Approved) and Mandated Reporter Training certifications, as well as documentation supporting qualifications and experience. Licensee informed LPA no firearms are on site.

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 PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-carecenters/.

Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, 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 for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Facility representative was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

A Type B Deficiency are being cited based on LPA's observation and interview pursuant to Title 22 of the CA Code of Regulations (refer to LIC 809-D). Licensee was provided a copy of their Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights.

Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed (CONT. LIC 809-C, Page 3)

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elvin Baddley
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/12/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2023

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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, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117

FACILITY NAME: GROWING BABIES INFANT CENTER	FACILITY NUMBER: 426216037
	VISIT DATE: 07/12/2023

NARRATIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32	the RSO profile in FAS. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Heather Robbins. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elvin Baddley
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/12/2023

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/12/2023

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