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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 566212743
Report Date: 03/11/2026
Date Signed: 03/11/2026 04:04:28 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:CASTANEDA FCC AKA BABY LOO DAY CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
566212743
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		CASTANEDA GRISELDA E.FACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(805) 387-8479
CITY:SIMI VALLEYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93063
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 11DATE:
03/11/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:34 PM
MET WITH:Griselda CastanedaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
04:05 PM
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On 3/11/2026, at 12:34 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 Griselda Castaneda. LPA explained to licensee the purpose of the inspection and, in the company of Licensee, toured the interior and exterior of the FCCH in its entirety. The home is a single story, four (4) bedroom, two (2) bathroom residence, with an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) occupied by one adult (cleared & associated). Licensee informed LPA that they do not have any access to the ADU. LPA notes that the ADU bears a separate & locked entrance which is fully fenced & gated. LPA notes that the day care services occur in the following areas: two (2) living room areas, one (1) bathroom, kitchen/dining area, and a fully enclosed backyard play area, with the rest of the home remaining off-limits from daycare purposes. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed eleven (11) children under the care & supervision of Licensee and one (1) assistant.  

The bathroom for the FCCH was observed to be clean and hazard-free. Toys, furniture and play equipment observed in the FCCH were found to be age-appropriate.  LPA observed required licensing forms and documents posted prominently in the home. At 1:00PM PST, by observation and interview, LPA determined that Child #02 (C2) was asleep inside a "pack and play" style crib while two (2) small toys were inside the crib, one beside C2's head on the left side and one near C2's right foot, as well as a hanging toy attachment clipped to the top of the crib. LPA also observed that a zippable sleeping-bag type cover was covering the mattress in the crib, which LPA determined did not constitute a tight-fitting sheet. LPA advised licensee to remove the aforementioned toys & observed immediate on-site correction by Licensee. LPA also observed immediate on-site correction as Licensee replaced the sleeping-bag type cover with a tight fitted sheet.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Maria Mueller
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 03/11/2026
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: Seena Parsapour On 03/11/2026 at 03:32 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: CASTANEDA FCC AKA BABY LOO DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 566212743

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/11/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102425(a)(3)
Infant Safe Sleep
(a) There shall be one crib or play yard for each infant who is unable to climb out of the crib or play yard. (3) Mattresses shall be firm and covered with a fitted sheet that is appropriate to the mattress size, fits tightly on the mattress, and overlaps the underside of the mattress so it cannot be dislodged.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the mattress inside the crib C2 was sleeping in did not contain a tight fitted sheet, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/20/2026
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Licensee shall submit to the Department (seena.parsapour@dss.ca.gov) a written statement explaining their understanding of this regulation as well as how they plan on ensuring compliance moving forward, no later than 3/20/2026. LPA observed on-site correction.
Type B
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CCR
102425(b)
Infant Safe Sleep
(b) Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that two (2) small toys were located within the crib being used by C2 for sleep, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/20/2026
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Licensee shall submit to the Department (seena.parsapour@dss.ca.gov) a written statement explaining their understanding of this regulation as well as how they plan on ensuring compliance moving forward, no later than 3/20/2026. LPA observed on-site correction.
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: 03/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/11/2026


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Created By: Seena Parsapour On 03/11/2026 at 03:32 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: CASTANEDA FCC AKA BABY LOO DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 566212743

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/11/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102425(b)(3)
Infant Safe Sleep
(b) Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects. (3) There shall be no objects hanging above or attached to the side of the crib.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that a hanging toy was affixed above the crib occupied by C2 for sleep, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/20/2026
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Licensee shall submit to the Department (seena.parsapour@dss.ca.gov) a written statement explaining their understanding of this regulation as well as how they plan on ensuring compliance moving forward, no later than 3/20/2026. LPA observed on-site correction.
Section Cited
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POC Due Date:
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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: 03/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/11/2026


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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: CASTANEDA FCC AKA BABY LOO DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 566212743
VISIT DATE: 03/11/2026
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LPA discussed safe sleep requirements with Licensee and confirmed their understanding. Dual smoke & carbon monoxide detectors were present in the FCCH, but were not tested during the inspection as it was nap time for children in care. The FCCH has a regulation fire extinguisher (3A40BC) that was most recently serviced on 11/16/2025. LPA reminded the Licensee to either service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually. LPA reminded licensee that care and supervision are required at all times when children are inside or outside of the FCCH. Age-appropriate toys & play equipment were observed in the backyard play area. LPA reminded Licensee to replace toys and play equipment when such items begin to degrade or are no longer in good repair.  LPA observed no bodies of water on site, and confirmed this was the case with Licensee.
Children’s records were reviewed for the eleven (11) children in care during the inspection. The children’s records reviewed were found to be current & complete. LPA reviewed records for the licensee as well as the assistant present during the inspection, and found them to be current & complete. LPA notes the most recent fire/disaster drill was conducted & documented on 2/27/2026. LPA reminded licensee of the requirement to conduct & document such drills every 6 months. Licensee informed LPA that no firearms or ammunition are stored on-site. LPA observed knives & other sharps, cleaning supplies, family medications, and other hazardous items stored in areas inaccessible to children in care.
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/.
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: Seena Parsapour
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/11/2026
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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: CASTANEDA FCC AKA BABY LOO DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 566212743
VISIT DATE: 03/11/2026
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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. 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 inspection, three (3) type B deficiencies are being cited under Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations & Health and Safety Codes (See 809-D).

Appeal Rights were provided & explained to Licensee. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with licensee Griselda Castaneda.

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

DATE: 03/11/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/11/2026
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