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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 426216140
Report Date: 10/07/2025
Date Signed: 10/07/2025 04:16:01 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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:ZARATE FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
426216140
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		KATIA ZARATEFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(805) 621-4439
CITY:SANTA MARIASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93458
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 6DATE:
10/07/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:10 PM
MET WITH:Katia ZarateTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:35 PM
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NOTE: Today’s inspection was translated between English and Spanish using telephonic interpreting services, ID# 98474325.

On 10/07/2025, at 1:10 PM PST, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Seena Parsapour conducted an unannounced Annual/Random inspection of the above-mentioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPA met with licensee Katia Zarate. LPA explained to licensee the purpose of the inspection and, in the company of the Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. For daycare purposes, the FCCH uses the living room area (main daycare room/playroom), (1) bathroom, and backyard areas. The remainder of the FCCH is off-limits for daycare purposes. LPA notes that the home is a single story, three (3) bedroom, two (2) bathroom home, and child safety gates are used to enforce off-limits areas. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed one (1) assistant, and six (6) children in care.

At 1:19PM PST, observed that one of the two child safety gates leading to the kitchen & dining area (which are off-limits areas) was open. At 1:21PM PST, while inspecting the kitchen and dining area, LPA observed one (1) kitchen knife that was laying flat on the kitchen counter, on the left hand side of the kitchen sink, approximately 12 inches away from the leftmost edge of the kitchen sink, and approximately six inches away from the frontmost edge of the countertop. LPA instructed licensee to relocate the knife to an area inaccessible to children, and observed the licensee relocating the knife to an elevated kitchen cabinet where other knives & sharps are stored, at 1:23PM PST. LPA observed family medications, cleaning supplies, and other toxins stored in the garage, which is off-limits. The bathroom for the FCCH was observed to be clean and hazard-free. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the FCCH were age appropriate. (Cont. 809-C, Page 2)

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/07/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: ZARATE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426216140
VISIT DATE: 10/07/2025
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 LPA observed required licensing forms and documents posted on a bulletin board near the entrance of the FCCH. As it was nap time for the daycare children during the inspection, LPA was unable to test the separate smoke & carbon monoxide detectors in the home to verify functionality, but LPA visually observed them in the hallway near the entryway. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher (2A10BC) that was recently serviced on 3/26/2025. LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. The backyard area is accessible for daycare purposes, and is fully enclosed, with footing consisting of concrete and turf, and shade for the children’s comfort is provided by the home building. LPA observed two tool sheds in the backyard, which are inaccessible to children in care. LPA reminded Licensee to replace toys and play equipment when such items begin to degrade or are not in good repair. LPA observed no bodies of water on site, and confirmed this was the case with Licensee.

Of the five children present at the time of the inspection, three children’s records were reviewed. At 3:01PM PST, during file review, LPA determined that 15-minute sleep check records for Child #03 (C3) were incomplete. The three children's records reviewed by LPA were found to otherwise be current & complete. The Licensee’s records were reviewed, and were found to be current and complete, with CPR & First Aid training completed on 5/09/2024, and Mandated Reporter training completed 6/12/2025. LPA reviewed records for the assistant present at the time of the inspection, and found them to be current & complete as well. LPA notes the most recent disaster drill was conducted on 10/02/2025. LPA reminded licensee of the requirement to conduct & document such drills every 6 months. Licensee states there are no firearms or ammunition stored on site.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02- CCP. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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 licensed Family Child Care Home. 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. (Cont. 809-C, Page 3)

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/07/2025
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: ZARATE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426216140
VISIT DATE: 10/07/2025
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Licensee 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.

During the exit interview the Licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries 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.

During today's visit, one (1) Type A citation and one (1) Type B citation were issued under Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Health and Safety Codes (see LIC 809-D). Upon receipt of this report, the Licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents and guardian of children in care at the facility and to parent and guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. Licensee must provide the Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports (LIC 9224) for each child in care and have each parent sign the form that they have received a copy of today's report.

Appeal Rights were provided to Licensee. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Katia Zarate.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/07/2025
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Created By: Seena Parsapour On 10/07/2025 at 03:26 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
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: ZARATE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426216140

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/07/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(4)
Operation of A Family Child Care Home
(g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (4) Poisons, detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children shall be stored where they are inaccessible to children.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed a kitchen knife left unattended on the kitchen countertop, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/08/2025
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Licensee will submit a written statement to the Department (seena.parsapour@dss.ca.gov) explaining how she plans on ensuring compliance with this regulation moving forward. During today's inspection, LPA observed licensee relocating the knife to an inaccessible area.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
Plan of Correction
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Seena Parsapour
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/07/2025


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Created By: Seena Parsapour On 10/07/2025 at 03:26 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
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: ZARATE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426216140

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/07/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
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Infant Safe Sleep
The provider shall supervise infants while they are sleeping and adhere to the following requirements: The provider shall physically check on the infant every 15 minutes.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the 15 minute sleep check logs for Child #03 (C3) were found to be incomplete, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/17/2025
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Licensee will submit a written statement to the Department (seena.parsapour@dss.ca.gov) explaining how she plans on ensuring compliance with this regulation moving forward.
Section Cited
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Seena Parsapour
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/07/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/07/2025


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