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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198400193
Report Date: 12/29/2025
Date Signed: 12/29/2025 03:01:24 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/29/2025 03:01 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:CASTRO FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198400193
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		SANDRA CASTROFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(562) 746-7157
CITY:COMPTONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90221
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 0DATE:
12/29/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:22 PM
MET WITH:Licensee SANDRA CASTROTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:14 PM
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On 12/29/25 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Tyler Reyes and Portia Bowden conducted an unannounced Required - 3 Year inspection at the above facility. LPA met with Licensee SANDRA CASTRO and provided an Entrance Checklist-Family Child Care Homes LIC 126. LPA conducted a tour of the facility led by Licensee Sandra. LPA observed no children in care. Hours of operation Monday-Friday from 5am-11:30PM.The facility is licensed to care MAX. CAP (WHEN THERE IS AN ASSISTANT PRESENT): 12 - NO MORE THAN 4 INFANTS. CAP 14 - NO MORE THAN 3 INFANTS. 1 CHILD IN KINDERGARTEN OR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND 1 CHILD AT LEAST AGE 6. LPAs discussed and provided copies of Capacity Ratio Regulations for Family Child Care Home License, Personnel Report LIC 500, and Child Care Facility Roster LIC 9040.

During the inspection, the following individuals were present in the home: Licensee. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance or exemption. LPA informed that any individual that has direct contact with the children is required to have a criminal record clearance or exemption.

Facility Postings: LPA observed the required postings in the day care room: Facility, License PUB 394 Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness, and LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan. LPA discussed the documents to be posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at facility.

Mandated Reporter Training: Licensee Completed Mandated Reporter Training Certificate Child Care Providers 1/4/25.

Pediatric CPR/First Aid in Pediatrics Certification: Licensee Completed Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR Date Completed 8/24/24 and Validity Period 2 years.

Emergency Disaster Drill: Fire Drill and Earthquake 12/11/25. LPA discussed with the Licensee Emergency Disaster Drills shall be conducted once every six months and must document each drill, including the date and time it was conducted. Documentation of fire and disaster drills must be kept readily available for review.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karen Chambers
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyler Reyes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 12/29/2025
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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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTRO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400193
VISIT DATE: 12/29/2025
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Infants: LPAs discussed infant safe sleep with Licensee. Facility should supervise infants while they are sleeping adhering to physical checks every (15-minute) and ensuring infants are sleeping on their back. Documentation of these checks shall be maintained in the infant’s file and made available for Department review. Documentation shall include the date, infant’s name, and the time of each (15-minute) check. The infant’s authorized representative and emergency contact shall be notified if any signs of distress or labored breathing are observed. LPA informed Licensee pacifiers shall be allowed in crib or play yard if the following: There shall not be anything attached to the pacifier and pacifier shall be specific to the infant. An individual Sleep Plan LIC 9227 shall be completed for each infant up to12 months of age. LPA provided the Licensee with copies of the Infant Safe Sleep information from California -DSS-Manual -CCL.

Items not permitted: LPA provided the Licensee with a picture listing some of the items not permitted in a family childcare home, which include a bouncer, a jumper, and a walker. These items are not allowed to be on the premises of the facility.

Meals: Per Licensee children will have meals in day care room. License was advised to ensure all food brought from home is properly labeled and stored. Per Licensee no children have reported food allergies.

Medication: Per Licensee the facility will provide incidental medical services. If required, medication will be inaccessible to children by centrally storing and locking. Medications will be administered in accordance with PIN 22-02-CCP, which outlines requirements for proper storage, documentation, and staff training.

Fire Extinguisher: LPA observed fire extinguisher in the day care room with a service tag 1/8/25. Family Child Care Homes are required to maintain a new or serviced fully charged fire extinguisher which is at least a2A:10BC annually. LPA observed an operable smoke and carbon monoxide detector.


The following on-limit areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Heating and cooling provided by central air conditioning. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and learning materials. Telephone services is provided via cell phone. LPA observed outlet covers on electrical outlets. LPA reminded the licensee to ensure that unused electrical outlets always remain covered. LPA did not observe accessible sharps. LPA reminded Licensee to ensure all sharps are stored in a manner both inaccessible and age appropriate for children. Per Licensee there are no firearms on the premises. If firearms are present, LPA verified per Title 22 regulations that they are locked, with ammunition stored separately.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karen Chambers
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyler Reyes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/29/2025
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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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CASTRO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400193
VISIT DATE: 12/29/2025
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Poisons/Cleaning Products: Poisons are kept locked in off-limit area. LPA observed no personal hygiene products accessible in on-limit restroom. LPA reminded Licensee to ensure all child safety latches are age-appropriate for children in care.

Outdoor: Children may use the front yard and backyard for outdoor play. Per Licensee children will be supervised during outdoor play. Per Licensee (2) pets. Per License no pool, spas or other bodies of water.

Due to time constraints, LPA will return at a later date to complete the remaining CARE Tool domains. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karen Chambers
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyler Reyes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/29/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 12/29/2025
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