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Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 304314074
Report Date: 02/09/2024
Date Signed: 02/12/2024 10:31:42 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/12/2024 10:31 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME:	LINAN, MELISSA		FACILITY NUMBER:	304314074
ADMINISTRATOR:			FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:
CITY:		STATE:	ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8	CENSUS: 5	DATE:	02/09/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:	Case Management - Licensee Initiated	UNANNOUNCED	TIME BEGAN:	09:45 AM
MET WITH:	Melissa Linan , Licensee		TIME COMPLETED:	12:15 PM

NARRATIVE
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	Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Patricia Duron conducted a case management inspection, in response to licensee’s request for a capacity increase. LPA met with licensee, Melissa Linan who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Census was taken. There were 5 children which included 3 infants and 2 preschool age children in day care area. Licensee was operating within the licensed capacity as specified on license. Licensee stated there is currently two adults and 3 minor children living in the home. Licensee stated she is not currently registered with any Foster Care agency or holds a foster parent license. Licensee was reminded if changes are made to notify the licensing office. A review of the Facility Personnel Report Summary on this date indicates all facility residents, staff, or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse index clearances or exemptions. This is a one story home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, front yard (not fenced), back yard (fenced), and garage. The licensee acknowledged the children may never enter the off-limit areas during operation hours. The off-limit areas have baby proof door knobs and doors are always closed. The licensee has a cell phone that is used for childcare. The licensee was informed if a cell phone is used for childcare, it must remain on the premises at all times during hours of operation. The licensee was informed and understands the home is to be free from smoking during hours of operation. Areas Designated for Day Care Activities: The licensee has designated the living room, dining room, bedroom and one bathroom (located next to the nap room), and back yard as the day care areas. During today’s inspection, LPA observed detergents, cleaning compounds, medicines, and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to children were stored inaccessible to children. Poisons and Hazardous items were not observed. There are no bodies of water. Page 1 of 3

SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patricia Duron
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/09/2024

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: LINAN, MELISSA	FACILITY NUMBER: 304314074
	VISIT DATE: 02/09/2024

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The toys are age appropriate and in good condition for the potential ages served. Baby walkers, bouncers, jumpers, and similar items will not be used for children in care. Licensee stated there are no weapons or firearms on the premises. When firearms are present, they must be locked and stored separately from the ammunition.

During today's inspection, the smoke detector and carbon monoxide were operable, and the fire extinguisher was charged. Facility’s fire/disaster drill is up to date.

Outdoor play activities will be conducted in the backyard, which is appropriately fenced. LPA observed play equipment to be safe and free of hazards.

Per licensee, she provides snacks for the children. Licensee stated food is parents provide children’s meals and are brought from homes; and children’s food is labeled with child’s name and properly stored or refrigerated.

Per licensee, children nap in the designated bedroom and in living room. Licensee stated she provides linen and blanket for the children and licensee washes linen and blankets at the end of every week.

Per licensee, she uses a changing table to change the infants. LPA reminded licensee, that while changing an infant’s diaper to visually observe the infant, to ensure the infant is safe.

Licensee’s Mandated Reporter certification expires on 1/5/26. EMSA approved Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid were current for licensee and assistant, which expires on 12/27/25.

The licensee has a current roster of children in care. During this inspection, LPA reviewed five children’s records and they were in compliance.

LPA advised the licensee how to access forms, regulations and quarterly updates online at: www.ccld.ca.gov

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep
as an additional resource. LPA also informed facility representative 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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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patricia Duron
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/09/2024

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
CCLD Regional Office, 750 THE CITY DRIVE, SUITE 250
ORANGE, CA 92868

FACILITY NAME: LINAN, MELISSA	FACILITY NUMBER: 304314074
	VISIT DATE: 02/09/2024

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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 child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Family Home. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

Fire clearance granted on 1/18/2024.

A new license for operating a Large Family Child Care Home shall be issued upon final review and if additional information is needed, licensee shall be contacted.

During todays’ inspection, there were no deficiencies cited and licensee was in compliance with California Code of Regulations Title 22 for operating a Family Child Care home.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Melissa Linan. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

During the exit interview, the licensee Melissa Linan, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Appeal Rights were explained. The Licensee was provided a copy of appeal rights (LIC 9058 01/16) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. All appeals must be in writing and received by the Regional Office within 15 business days. First level appeals should be sent to the regional manager to the address listed above.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Thuy Ho
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Patricia Duron
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:	DATE: 02/09/2024

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/09/2024

LIC809 (FAS) - (06/04)

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