364841806-3-4-2026-12-CC-CALI-DRUTEX-20260304134039

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 364841806
Report Date: 03/04/2026
Date Signed: 03/04/2026 01:45:38 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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME:	RUSTON FAMILY CHILD CARE		FACILITY NUMBER:	364841806
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	DIANA RUSTON		FACILITY TYPE:	810
ADDRESS:			TELEPHONE:	(760) 680-9583
CITY:	VICTORVILLE	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	92392
CAPACITY: 14	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 14	CENSUS: 5	DATE:	03/04/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:	Annual/Random	UNANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	10:29 AM
MET WITH:	DIANA RUSTON, Licensee		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	02:00 PM

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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	On March 4, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Crystal Ali conducted an unannounced annual random inspection. The LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry by the Licensee. The Licensee guided the LPA on a tour of the home. Upon entry to the facility, the LPA observe 5 children and licensee providing care and supervision. Licensee reports she has 20 children enrolled. LPA observed a current LIC 9040. Residing in the home are the Licensee, spouse, two adult children (visit on weekends/college), and one minor child. Background check clearances are present for each adult living in the home. This is a large family childcare home. There are no IMS children. The operational childcare hours are Monday through Sunday from 5:00am to 4:00am, 23 hours. Licensee states currently there are no overnight children enrolled. Staffing Ratio and Capacity: The home was inspected inside and out for safety, comfort, cleanliness, telephone service, heating and ventilation, inaccessibility to poisons, detergents/cleaning compounds, medicines and hazardous items that can pose a danger to children. This is a two story 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom split home with kitchen, living room, and garage.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Francisco Pedroza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/04/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: RUSTON FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 364841806
	VISIT DATE: 03/04/2026

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Childcare is provided: in smaller side of the home on the right that has a separate entrance from the main home. It is equipped with a small kitchen, bathroom and two daycare rooms, one room is for infants and napping. Off limit area is the other side of the home, backyard, and garage. Licensee states she has two dogs but they stay in the off limits of the home. Licensee states vaccinations are current. Per the Licensee, there is no smoking and no bodies of water on the premises. Licensee states there is a weapon in the home that is locked up in the off limit are of the home. At 11:20am, LPA observed weapons to be stored in accordance with Title 22 regulations.
Physical Plant: The daycare areas are two daycare areas, kitchen, and bathroom. There is a cell phone used for daycare business. The home has central heating and air conditioning. All windows have screens and are free of cracks, bugs, and debris. There is no fireplace. There are age-appropriate toys and equipment on the premises. The First Aid kit included a temperature thermometer, tweezer, scissors, gauzes, and cleansing pads/solution was observed to be complete and inaccessible to children kept in the middle cabinet in kitchen inaccessible to children. LPA observed a 3 high chairs, hooks for children belongings at front door, two TVs (mounted on wall), five tables for children activities, one couch, and three playpens. LPA observed no blind cords in the home.
Napping: Children are provided napping when needed. Licensee provides napping materials that are cleaned weekly. LPA observed cots in the the back daycare room closet. If children are ill then licensee states she will have them in the back daycare room resting on cot until parents come to pick them up and the other children will be in the front daycare room.
Transportation: The Licensee does provide transportation. LPA observed a valid driver license and car insurance. Licensee states she picks up and drops off children to school.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Francisco Pedroza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/04/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: RUSTON FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 364841806
	VISIT DATE: 03/04/2026

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Kitchen: The kitchen was inspected and there were no hazardous or dangerous items. All the sharp utensils and knives were stored inside the top middle cabinet. The refrigerator/ freezer are both working. Detergents/cleaning compounds are kept under the kitchen sink with safety latch. Medications are stored in the top cabinet next to refrigerator. Licensee states there are no children with allergies and no medication at this time. Licensee states she provides breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner for the children. Licensee states she is enrolled in the Ventura food program. Per Licensee, the food program representative came last week and stated no concerns.
Fire Extinguisher: The required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) is reading in green and is located on the wall next to TV and window. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were found to be in compliance per Fire Marshall standards. Licensee states fire marshal came last to the home on 12/5/24. Fire and Disaster drills are conducted at least every six-months, last completed 11/3/25.
Bathroom: The daycare bathroom is located in the hallway. It has 1 sink, 1 toilet, 1 shower/tub. The three cabinets under the sink have safety latches. Bathroom is clean and in good repair.
Outdoor Space Activity: The outdoor area is the front gated patio. The backyard is off limits since it is being used for the pets. LPA observed the front porch area to have a small table, two strollers, and a small slide. Licensee states that she takes the children for walks in the neighborhood and does outdoor activities on the porch. Licensee continued to say that she will take children to park and other outdoor activities with parents permission when school is not in session.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Francisco Pedroza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/04/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: RUSTON FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 364841806
	VISIT DATE: 03/04/2026

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Records/Documentation: LPA reviewed with facility representative the LIC 126, records to be maintained at the facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and parent board. Licensee was able to provide a valid Pediatric CPR/First Aid training valid until 6/8/26. Child Care Provider Mandated Reporter Training Certificate has been completed expires 8/7/25. Licensee is missing mandated reporter training. LPA observed the mandated reporter training was started by licensee but not completed. Licensee needs to complete the second module and the test to obtain certification. LPA issued one Type B deficiency for licensee missing mandated reporter training. Assistant #2 file is not complete. Assistant #2 file is missing TB test. The TB test on record was dated in 2024 which was over 1 year prior to her start date on 1/24/26. LPA issued a Technical Violation for the TB test not being completed within the correct time frame. Children’s records were not in compliance. C1, C2, and C3 are missing LIC 700 signatures from parents. C1 (age 23 month) has no safe sleep logs on record. Licensee states the child hardly takes naps and the naps are short like 15 minutes. Licensee continued to say she thought it was for only ages 0-1. LPA did observe safe sleep logs for an infant in care. However, there were no logs documenting every 15 minutes, only logs documenting when nap started and nap ended. LPA assigned a Technical Assistance for not having parents signatures on LIC 700 and a Technical Violation for not having no sleep logs on recorded every 15 minutes. LPA reviewed LIC 126, discussed regulation requirements for children records, and provided the forms to Licensee regarding completion of children’s records. Licensee had all the required posted documents: Facility License (LIC 203A, Notice of Parent's Rights Poster (PUB 394), Emergency Disaster Plan (LIC 610A), and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist (LIC 9148).

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Francisco Pedroza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/04/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: RUSTON FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 364841806
	VISIT DATE: 03/04/2026

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Criminal Record Clearance - Family Child Care Homes
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.
Safe Sleep - Family Child Care Homes
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-andresources/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/.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Francisco Pedroza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/04/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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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
PALMDALE CC RO, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: RUSTON FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 364841806
	VISIT DATE: 03/04/2026

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MyChildCarePlan.org – Family Child Care Homes
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.
Megan’s Law - Family Child Care Homes
During the exit interview, the Licensee, confirmed that there are no Registered Sex Offenders living in the facility and LPA completed the RSO profile in FAS.

Deficiencies cited: One Type B’s in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and/or Health & Safety codes.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Appeal Rights were provided to Licensee.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Diana Ruston.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Francisco Pedroza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Crystal Ali
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 03/04/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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Document Has Been Signed on 03/04/2026 01:45 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

Created By: Crystal Ali On 03/04/2026 at 01:02 PM

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
, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551

FACILITY NAME: RUSTON FAMILY CHILD CARE	FACILITY NUMBER: 364841806
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:	VISIT DATE: 03/04/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)

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:
	Deficient Practice Statement
1 2 3 4	Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in not have mandated reporter training valid which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
	POC Due Date: 03/09/2026
	Plan of Correction
1 2 3 4	Licensee states she will complete the mandated reporter training and provide proof of completion to LPA.

Section Cited


	Deficient Practice Statement
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	POC Due Date:
	Plan of Correction
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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.

	Francisco Pedroza
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:

	Crystal Ali
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:

LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/04/2026

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