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25 | On May 15, 2024 at 1:45 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Laura Villanueva made an unannounced visit to conduct a Case Management-Deficiencies Inspection. LPA met with licensee, Maxima Hernandez and explained the purpose of the inspection. LPA and licensee toured the interior and exterior of the home. Licensee and assistant were caring for 16 children at the time of the inspection.
LPA observed a working fountain driving by the home. LPA had discussed regulations for bodies of water on 03/06/2024 licensee. Licensee asked husband to remove water in LPAs presence. The fountain has running water. LPA informed licensee that a type A violation will be issued for a body of water accessible to the children in care. LPA observed 16 children in care. When LPA asked how many children were present , licensee stated that she had 8 or 9 children. LPA counted 16 children sleeping in the living room and in the playroom. An infant was sleeping in a car seat, another sleeping in a stroller, one other sleeping in a bouncer, and in recalled hammock like devices. Infants were covered with blankets. LPA observed toxins accessible in the children's bathroom.
LPA requested child files for children present. Licensee has C1 and C2 files only. Children C3-C16 did not have files available. LPA requested last file drill. The last documented fire drill was on 09/06/2023. Child roster was not up to date with the children in care.
Today, Type A and Type B deficiencies are being cited under Title 22 Division 12 Appeal rights given. Civil penalty was assessed. Upon receipt of this report, licensee shall post and provide copies of this licensing report to parents /guardian of children in care at the facility and to parent/guardians of children newly enrolled at the facility during the next 12 months. Licensee to provide LIC 9224 for each child in care and have each parent sign the form that they have received a copy of the report
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee Maxima Hernandez.
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