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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 163907587
Report Date: 03/09/2026
Date Signed: 03/09/2026 04:35:22 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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME:	GONZALES, ESMERALDA FCC		FACILITY NUMBER:	163907587
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	GONZALES, ESMERALDA		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(559) 212-0123
CITY:	HANFORD	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93230
CAPACITY: 14	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 12	CENSUS: 6	DATE:	03/09/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	11:30 AM
MET WITH:	Esmeralda Gonzales		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	03:00 PM

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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 03/09/2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Octavia Nolan and Jose Ruiz conducted an unannounced Annual Random Inspection and was met by Licensee, Esmeralda Gonzales. Also present was licensee’s assistant. Days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 24 hours. The home has a working telephone service and LPA confirmed the phone number. Capacity as specified on the license is being maintained. LPA toured the home inside and outside. A census was taken and there were six daycare children present. Upon entering the family room, LPA observed an infant sleeping in a play yard covered between two blankets. LPA discussed safe sleep regulations with the licensee and she immediately removed the blankets from the play yard. LPA discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/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. During today's inspection, LPA observed vitamins, supplements, and scissors in a kitchen drawer that was not made inaccessible. LPA also observed multiple cleaning agents and items labeled "keep out of reach of children" in lower cabinets that were not child proof or inaccessible. During the inspection of the kitchen, LPA observed Raid Ant & Roach spray on the top shelf of an open pantry. LPA discussed that poisons must be kept in a locked storage area. Continued on LIC 809C

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Cynthia Brannon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Octavia Nolan
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: GONZALES, ESMERALDA FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 163907587
	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

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There is a built-in swimming pool in the backyard which is fenced and made inaccessible. The pool gate is self-latching, self-closing and opens away from the swimming pool. No windows or doors have direct access to the pool area. Licensee’s pool did not meet AB2866 safety standards. LPA observed chairs, tables, and plants lined up against the pool fence that could enable a child to climb over the pool fence. Licensee's pool hook measured to 10ft long and was not fixed at 12ft long. Licensee's pool alarm did not sound when tested, and Licensee has not been keeping a daily log of inspections for the pool safety features.

This is a two-story home and stairs are fenced when children under age 5 years old are present. LPA reviewed current facility sketch and confirmed that the kitchen, hall bathroom, living room, dining room, family room, daycare room, and back yard room are used for providing care and are accessible to children. All other rooms are off-limits and made inaccessible by use of a baby gate, doorknob latches, and key lock. The outdoor play area in the backyard is fenced. LPA discussed with Licensee to remove any broken toys/ equipment or toys/ equipment showing wear and tear. The Licensee will notify the Department prior to making an off limits area to an area where care and supervision will be provided.

There is one fireplace in the home located in the family room and is made inaccessible by a screen and will not be in use during daycare hours. There is a working fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and adequate heating and ventilation for safety and comfort. Fire drills are conducted and documented with the date and time every six months.

Licensee stated there are no firearms or ammunition on the premises. There are no pets in the home. Licensee ensures that children in care are supervised at all times and is aware children shall not be left in parked vehicles.

LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed files included emergency information as required. Licensee’s Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 02/17/2026. Licensee’s pediatric CPR/First Aid certification expires on 06/08/2026. A review of records indicates that all employees and/or volunteers have immunization records on file for influenza, pertussis, and measles.

LPA discussed the Community Care Licensing website www.ccld.ca.gov which will provide access to resources such as forms, regulations Provider Information Notices (PINs), and Quarterly Updates. LPA
Continued on LIC 809C

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Cynthia Brannon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Octavia Nolan
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: GONZALES, ESMERALDA FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 163907587
	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

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discussed Reporting Requirements as outlined in the regulations (Section 102416.2).

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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.
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 informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Licensee, Esmeralda Gonzales. During the exit interview, the licensee confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA verified the RSO profile in FAS.

Per Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 3, of the California Code of Regulations, the following deficiencies are being cited: (see next page LIC 809-D).

Licensee was provided appeal rights.
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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Cynthia Brannon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Octavia Nolan
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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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
FRESNO SOUTH CC RO, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: GONZALES, ESMERALDA FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 163907587
	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

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LPA Nolan informed Licensee Esmeralda Gonzales that this report dated 03/09/2026 documents one Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Nolan informed the licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 03/09/2026 that documents any Type A citation to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

A copy of the Fact Sheet - Child Care Parent Notification Requirements and a copy of LIC 9224 Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Reports was given to Licensee, Esmeralda Gonzales.

This report shall be made available to the public upon request. LIC 9213 Notice of Site Visit is provided and required to be posted for 30 days.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Cynthia Brannon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Octavia Nolan
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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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
, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: GONZALES, ESMERALDA FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 163907587
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type A

Section Cited

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed an infant sleeping in a play yard covered between two blankets which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/10/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee immediately removed the blankets from the play yard. LPA provided the Licensee with a copy of safe sleep regulations. Licensee will read the regulations provide a signed copy to CCL by 03/10/2026.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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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.

	Cynthia Brannon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:

	Octavia Nolan
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:

LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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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
, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: GONZALES, ESMERALDA FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 163907587
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

CCR

102417(g)

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: This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed vitamins, supplements, and scissors in a kitchen drawer that was not made inaccessible. LPA also observed multiple cleaning agents and items labeled "keep out of reach of children" in lower cabinets that were not child proof or inaccessible. There is an unlocked storage shed in the backyard that is not locked which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/23/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee immediately removed the items from the inaccessible areas. Licensee stated she will lock the storage shed and send a photo of the correction to CCL by 03/23/2026.

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Section Cited

CCR

102417(g)(4)(A)

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. (A) Storage areas for poisons, firearms and other dangerous weapons shall be locked. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed Raid Ant & Roach spray on the top shelf of an open kitchen pantry which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/23/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee agrees to put the poisons in a locked storage area and send a photo of the locked storage area to CCL by 03/23/2026.

Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.

	Cynthia Brannon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:

	Octavia Nolan
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:

LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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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
, 1310 E. SHAW AVE,
FRESNO, CA 93710

FACILITY NAME: GONZALES, ESMERALDA FCC	FACILITY NUMBER: 163907587
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/09/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

Type B

Section Cited

HSC

1596.814(a)(1)(A)(v)

Pool Safety

(a) A licensed family daycare home operated at a private single-family dwelling with an in-ground swimming pool on the premises shall comply with all of the following requirements: (1) The swimming pool shall be equipped with, at minimum, the following drowning prevention safety features: (A) An enclosure, including, but not limited to, a fence, wall, or other barrier that isolates the swimming pool from access to the family daycare home and has all of the following characteristics: (v) An outside surface free of protrusions, cavities, or other physical characteristics that would serve as handholds or footholds that could enable a child to climb over. This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed chairs, tables, and plants lined up against the pool fence that could be used to enable a child to climb over. Licensee's pool hook measured to 10ft long and was not fixed. Licensee's pool alarm did not sound when tested, and Licensee has not been keeping a daily log of inspections for the pool safety feautres which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/16/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee stated she will remove the items from the fence and fix the pool hook to 12 ft. Licensee also stated she will program her alarm to sound when detecting entry into the pool and keep a daily log of inspections for the safety features. Licensee will send photos and videos of the corrections to CCL by 03/16/2026.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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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.

	Cynthia Brannon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:

	Octavia Nolan
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:

LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/09/2026

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