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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 191501895
Report Date: 08/15/2023
Date Signed: 08/15/2023 12:14:36 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 08/15/2023 12:14 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:GRANADA PARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NURSERY SCHOFACILITY NUMBER:
191501895
ADMINISTRATOR:THERESA LAIBFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1850 W HELLMAN AVETELEPHONE:
(626) 284-5006
CITY:ALHAMBRASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91803
CAPACITY: 54TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 34CENSUS: 20DATE:
08/15/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Director, Maggie Tovalin TIME COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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At approximately 9:00am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mary Silva conducted an unannounced annual inspection. Upon arrival LPA met with Director Maggie Tovalin who led on a tour of the facility. Per director, there are currently 34 children enrolled in the program. Hours of operation for this facility are 7:00am-6:00pm, Monday-Friday. The facility operates on the property of United Methodist Church.

All areas were identified on the Facility Sketch were inspected. The facility consists of 4 classrooms and 2 outdoor playgrounds. The following was observed: 20 children and 4 staff. Staff names were recorded. Teacher-child ratios were observed to be in accordance with Title 22 regulations. The Licensee is within the conditions, limitations, and capacity specified on the license. All children were observed to be under visual supervision of a teacher during tour.

Licensing staff observed disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medication and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible to children. Classroom furniture and equipment are in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All floors are clean and safe. Napping equipment (mats/cots) and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage, and cleanliness. Children take their blankets home to wash weekly. Storage for children's belongings were inspected. All toilets and washing facilities are in safe and sanitary operating conditions. First Aid supplies are available and complete. Drinking water was readily available indoors. At this time, the office is used as an isolation area, there is a chair available for an ill child to rest and the 1st restroom in the hallway will be used if needed.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 08/15/2023
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: GRANADA PARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NURSERY SCHO
FACILITY NUMBER: 191501895
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2023
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Licensing staff observed all required forms/publications to be posted by the front entrance. Snack menus were reviewed to ensure that they are being posted one week in advance where it is visible by the child's authorized representative. Menus for the past 30 days are available upon request.

Facility provides am/pm snacks. Children bring lunch from home. Reminded director children’s lunch should be labeled with individual names. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins shall have tight-fitting covers that are kept on, and in good repair. Trash cans used to discard food have tight fitting lids. The facility was observed to be free of flies, other insects, and rodents.

Licensing staff observed the valve on the required 2A 10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 06/02/23, as indicated on service tag. Per State Fire Marshall standards, fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually. Facility has a functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detector that meets statutory requirements. Director states there are no weapons, firearms, or bodies of water on the premises. The last Disaster drills was conducted in October 2022. Reminded director disaster drills must be conducted at least every six months.

At 9:20am, licensing staff reviewed the outdoor play area. Facility has two outdoor play yards one in the lower yard and the second in the upper yard. The playgrounds equipment is in safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. The surface of the outdoor activity space is maintained in a safe condition and is free of hazards. All areas around or under high climbing equipment, swings, slides, and similar equipment are cushioned with material that absorbs a fall. There is adequate shade in the play yard. Drinking water is readily available outdoors.

Sign in and out sheets were reviewed to ensure that the person who signs the child in and out uses their full legal signature and records the time of the day.

There is at least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid present during this inspection. Licensing staff also reviewed staff records. The review of Staff records was documented on the LIC 859. Staff present had proof of the AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Training certificate on file. Staff present had proof against TB, measles, pertussis, and influenza.


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SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: GRANADA PARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NURSERY SCHO
FACILITY NUMBER: 191501895
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2023
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Children’s Records were reviewed for completeness; Inspection of required forms was made and documented on the LIC 857.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226.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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Director was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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.

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.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for


drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For childcare center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1-CCP). Page 3 of 4
SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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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
L.A. DAY CARE-EAST, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: GRANADA PARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NURSERY SCHO
FACILITY NUMBER: 191501895
VISIT DATE: 08/15/2023
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Per director, Maggie Tovalin, facility does not use water outlets for either drinking or preparing foods. LPA observed water gallons in each classroom. Director stated children bring own lunch from home and disposable cups, plates and utensils are used in the facility. LPA informed director an exception letter and facility sketch is required to be submitted to LPA MSilva by 08/18/23.

Director 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.


At this time, the facility is in compliance with California Title 22 Regulations. Therefore, there are no citations being issued today.

The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative.



Exit interview was conducted with the director Maggie Tovalin.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Christina Gabelman
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Mary Silva
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 08/15/2023
LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)
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