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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198400200
Report Date: 10/03/2025
Date Signed: 10/03/2025 12:15:48 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
MONTEREY PARK SW RO, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:STEWART FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198400200
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		COVENA STEWARTFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(310) 387-6488
CITY:COMPTONSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90222
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14CENSUS: 7DATE:
10/03/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Case Management - Annual ContinuationUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:00 AM
MET WITH:Licensee COVENA STEWARTTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:30 PM
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On 10/3/25 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Tyler Reyes and Javier Duran conducted Case Management - Annual Continuation inspection. LPAs met with Licensee Covena Stewart provided an Entrance Checklist-Family Child Care Homes LIC 126. LPAs conducted a tour of the facility led by License. LPAs observed (7) children in care. Per Licensee hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7AM-5:30PM. The facility is licensed to care for 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.

During the inspection, the following individuals were present in the home: Licensee and Staff 1 (S1 -S2). 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 and resides in the home is required to have a criminal record clearance or exemption.

Facility Postings: LPA observed the required postings at the entrance: Facility License PUB 394 Notification of Parents’ Rights, LIC 9148 Earthquake Preparedness, and LIC 610A Emergency Disaster Plan. 4. LPA discussed the documents to be posted in a prominent, publicly accessible area at facility.

LPA observed Notice of Site Visit LIC 9213 from 9/22/25 visit posted.

Emergency Disaster Drill: Fire Drill 7/10/25 and LPAs observed a recent Earthquake Drill 9/26/25.

Pediatric CPR/First Aid in Pediatrics Certification: Licensee American Heart Completed 1/27/24 and Valid 1/2026 and S2 American Red Cross Completed 8/1/25 and Valid for 2 years.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Karen Chambers
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Tyler Reyes
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/03/2025
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: STEWART FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400200
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2025
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Transportation: Per licensee transportation is provided for children in care. A valid California Driver License for the licensee was observed with an expiration date of 6/4/2027

Meals: Per Licensee children will have meals in day care room. Licensee 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.

Staff Files: LPA reviewed Licensee, S1, and S2 file for the following documentation records: LIC 9052 Employee Rights, LIC 9108 Statement Acknowledging Requirements to Report Child Abuse, Proof of Immunizations, and Mandated Reporting Training Certificate. (0) of (3) staff had required documentation. Both Licensee and S1- S2 was missing proof of Mandated Reporter Training Certificate which poses a potential health and safety risk. Based on record review S1 was missing proof of immunization of measles, pertussis, TB, and influenza which poses a potential health and safety risk.

LPA provided copies of LIC 9052 and LIC 9108 for the records.

Children Files: LPA reviewed (2) children records for the following documentation: LIC 282 Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance, LIC 700 Identification and Emergency Information, LIC 627 Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment, and LIC 995A Notification of Parents’ Rights.

Infants: LPA observed (1) infant in care. LPAs discussed infant safe sleep with Licensee. Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects. 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.

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

DATE: 10/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2025
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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: STEWART FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400200
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2025
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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. Based on record LPAs did not observed a 15 min for sleep log for C1 which poses a potential health and safety risk to children in care. An individual Sleep Plan LIC 9227 shall be completed for each infant up to12 months of age. LPAs provided a copy of Infant Safe for Family Child Care Homes from California -DSS-Manual -CCL.

Items not permitted: LPAs 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.

The following on-limit areas that will be used by children were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. Heating and cooling are provided by central air-conditioning. LPAs observed age-appropriate toys and learning materials. Telephone service is provided via cell phone. LPAs observed a fire extinguisher in the hallway with a service tag of 5/9/25. Family Child Care Homes are required to maintain a new or serviced fully charged fire extinguisher which is at least a 2A:10BC annually. LPAs observed a fireplace in the living room screened. LPAs observed an operable smoke and carbon monoxide detector in the kitchen. LPAs observed electrical outlet covers on the outlets. LPA observed knives on the top of kitchen refrigerator. LPAs reminded Licensee to ensure all knives are stored in manner that both inaccessible and age-appropriate for children in care. 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.

Poisons/Cleaning Products: LPA observed poisons stored underneath the kitchen sink key locked. LPAs observed cleaning products underneath restroom sink secured by child safety latch. LPAs observed no personal hygiene products accessible in on-limit restroom. LPAs reminded Licensee to ensure all child safety latches are age-appropriate for children in care.

Outdoor: Front yard and backyard are used for outdoor play, Per Licensee children will be supervised during outdoor play. Per Licensee they have (1) dog. Per Licensee backyard is cleared of animal feces prior to outdoor play. LPA discussed and provided copies of PIN 25-06 Extreme Heat Prevention. No pool, spas or other bodies of water.

LPA discussed reporting requirement and the staff’s responsibilities as a mandated reporter, including the obligation to report to Community Care Licensing and emergency personnel when necessary.

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

DATE: 10/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2025
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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: STEWART FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400200
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2025
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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.

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.

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.

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 child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

During the exit interview, the Licensee COVENA STEWART confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days consecutive days. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a $100.00 civil penalty. Exit interview conducted and Appeal Rights provided with Licensee COVENA STEWART. Please see attached LIC 809-D for citations.

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

DATE: 10/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2025
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Created By: Tyler Reyes On 10/03/2025 at 11:40 AM
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
, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: STEWART FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400200

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
102425(j)(2)
Infant Safe Sleep
The provider shall supervise infants while they are sleeping and adhere to the following requirements: The provider shall check and document the following:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above Licensee did not have a 15-min sleep log for child 1 (C1) readily available which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/10/2025
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Licensee will ensure to physically check on the infant every 15 min and document every 15 min check. Licensee will provide proof of sleep log for Child 1 C1 POC will be cleared by visit.
Type B
Section Cited
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1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above Licensee and Staff 1 (S1 -S2) was missing Mandated Reporter Training Certificate which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/10/2025
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Licnesee will ensure Licensee and S1- S2 has a current Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. Licensee will provide proof current and valid Mandated Reporter Training Certificate. POC will be cleared by visit.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Karen Chambers
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Tyler Reyes
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2025


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Created By: Tyler Reyes On 10/03/2025 at 11:40 AM
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
, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: STEWART FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198400200

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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1597.622(c)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(c) The family day care home shall maintain documentation of the required immunizations or exemptions from immunization, as set forth in this section, in the person's personnel record that is maintained by the family day care home.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in Staff 1 (S1) was missing proof of immunization of measles, pertussis, influenza, and TB which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/10/2025
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Licnesee will ensure all employees have proof of immunization record. Licnesee will provide proof of immunization for measles, pertussis, influenza, and TB for S1. Plan of correction will be cleared by visit.
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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.
Karen Chambers
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Tyler Reyes
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2025


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