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25 | On 10/14/2025 at 1:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gabriela Hernandez conducted an unannounced annual inspection for a Large family childcare. LPA met with Licensee Hilda Paiz and Assistant Ashely Hernandez, who guided LPA on a tour of the home. There was 3 children present with Licensee and Assistant when LPA arrived.
The facility operates Monday through Saturday from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM each day. Certain areas are off-limits, including: Entire 2nd floor, Bedroom on the 1st floor, laundry room, and garage. The facility is licensed as a Large Family Child Care Home (FCCH) with a maximum capacity of 14 children and is operating within the licensed capacity of the license. The fire clearance for a large family child care was approved on 07/19/2022 by City of Lake Elsinore Fire Department.
During the inspection, LPA verified a working cell phone is available, and the current phone number/email on file are correct. A fully charged fire extinguisher (2A:10BC) was observed, along with a functioning smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector, both of which were tested by the Licensee. The fireplace is properly screened to prevent access by children. All hazardous items, including toxins, are not stored securely and are accessible to children. Type B deficiency issued. No weapons are present and Licensee Hilda Paiz, understands that all firearms, weapons, and ammunition must be locked separately and made inaccessible as per Title 22 Regulations. Stairs are barricaded with a baby gate when children are in care.
The facility provides clean, safe, and age-appropriate toys for children. A current roster is on file, and required postings, including the Facility Sketch, Emergency Disaster Plan, and Notification of Parent’s Rights, are displayed. Fire and disaster drill documentation is maintained, with the last drill conducted on August 7, 2025.
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