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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 426216707
Report Date: 07/01/2025
Date Signed: 07/01/2025 12:36:25 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:GARDUNO-ESCOBAR FCC AKA HONEY BLOSSOMS CHILDCAREFACILITY NUMBER:
426216707
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		DULCE GARDUNO-ESCOBARFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(805) 863-2147
CITY:SANTA MARIASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93458
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 6DATE:
07/01/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:00 AM
MET WITH:Dulce Garduno-EscobarTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:50 PM
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On 07/01/2025, at 11:00 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Shane Loftus conducted an unannounced Random/Annual Inspection of the above-mentioned Family Child Care Home (FCCH). LPA met with Dulce Garduno-Escobar, Licensee of the FCCH and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA, in the company of Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH. The FCCH's living room, dining room, hallway bathroom, and backyard are used for child care while the remainder of the FCCH is excluded and made inaccessible by use of child safety gates. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed six (6) children in care along with two (2) Assistants (cleared and associated) providing care and supervision.

The FCCH was observed to be clean and orderly. Required licensing forms and documents are posted on a bulletin board near the entry door. LPA observed a smoke and carbon monoxide detector in the FCCH. Each detector was tested (11:13 AM and 11:15 AM) and found to be operable. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher which was purchased on 08/10/2024. LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. The FCCH maintains working telephone services. The home has ventilation to afford for the children’s comfort. Medication and sharps are stored in elevated kitchen cabinets. Cleaning supplies are stored in a locked cupboard under the kitchen sink as well as in the garage. LPA notes all locations are inaccessible to children in care. The bathroom used by children in care is clean and free of toxins. Toys, furniture and equipment observed in the FCCH's interior are age appropriate. The home has a fireplace that is covered by an entertainment unit.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Shane Loftus
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/01/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 07/01/2025
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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Created By: Shane Loftus On 07/01/2025 at 12:12 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: GARDUNO-ESCOBAR FCC AKA HONEY BLOSSOMS CHILDCARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426216707

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 07/01/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102417(g)(9)(A)1
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: (9) Each family child care home shall have a written disaster plan of action prepared on a form approved by the Department. All children, age and ability permitting, and the provider, the assistant provider, and other members of the household, shall be instructed in their duties under the disaster plan. As their age and ability permit, newly enrolled children shall be informed promptly of their duties as required in the plan. (A) Each family child care home shall conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every six months. 1. The licensee shall document the drills, including the date and time of each drill. This documentation shall kept at the family child care home.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that there is no record of the most recent fire/emergency drill. This poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 07/15/2025
Plan of Correction
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Licensee will submit proof of a fire/emergency drill conduced within the last six (6) months to CCLD (shane.loftus@dss.ca.gov) by 07/15/2025.

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:
Shane Loftus
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/01/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 07/01/2025


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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: GARDUNO-ESCOBAR FCC AKA HONEY BLOSSOMS CHILDCARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426216707
VISIT DATE: 07/01/2025
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The backyard is enclosed by wooden fencing. LPA notes the entry/exit points are secured and the footing in the area is varied. Toys and play equipment observed in the backyard are age appropriate. LPA reminded Licensee to replace toys and play equipment when such items begin to degrade or are not in good repair. LPA observed a shed in the backyard which contains household supplies and children's equipment. LPA observed the shed to be secure and inaccessible to children in care. LPA notes there are two dogs secured on the homes side yard and kept separated from the children in care. LPA reviewed the dog’s vaccination records and found them to be current. LPA observed no bodies of water on site.

Children's records were reviewed. The records were current, complete and possessed emergency contact information, immunization records, and 15-minute sleep logs. The Licensee’s and Assistant's records were reviewed and found to be complete with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid training and Mandated Reporter certifications. At 11:45 AM, LPA notes the Licensee does not have a log of the most recent fire/emergency drill. The Licensee informed LPA no firearms or ammunition are stored on site.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02CCP. 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) or (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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Licensee 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 Licensee 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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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Shane Loftus
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/01/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/01/2025
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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: GARDUNO-ESCOBAR FCC AKA HONEY BLOSSOMS CHILDCARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426216707
VISIT DATE: 07/01/2025
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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.

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.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may 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 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.

Today, a Type B Deficiency is being cited under Title 22 of the California Code of Regulation (see 809-D). 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, Dulce Garduno-Escobar.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Shane Loftus
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/01/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/01/2025
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