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Community Care Licensing


COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Facility Number: 372001507
Report Date: 04/26/2022
Date Signed: 04/26/2022 02:17:03 PM

Unsubstantiated


STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
02/07/2022 and conducted by Evaluator Grace Curtis
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 51-CC-20220207141140
FACILITY NAME:MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF CALIFORNIAFACILITY NUMBER:
372001507
ADMINISTRATOR:MARIJANE SCHAFERFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:14911 ESPOLA ROADTELEPHONE:
(858) 748-1727
CITY:POWAYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92064
CAPACITY:70CENSUS: 41DATE:
04/26/2022
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:25 PM
MET WITH:Maureen SchwersenskiTIME COMPLETED:
12:59 PM
ALLEGATION(S):
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Staff handled daycare children in a rough manner.
Staff spoke to daycare child in a loud, inappropriate tone.
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On April 26, 2022 at 12:25 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Leilani Curtis conducted an unannounced inspection to deliver the findings on the complaint allegations referenced above. Upon arrival LPA met with Director Maureen Schwersensky and proceeded to tour the facility. There were 41 children present with 5 staff members. Appropriate ratio/capacity was observed. Staff members have the required background clearances and are associated to the facility.

The initial complaint investigation was conducted by LPA Curtis on 2/14/22. Throughout the course of investigation, interviews were conducted with the complainant, several employees and several parents. Facility records were obtained and reviewed. The information obtained from interviews were contradictory to the allegations. Based on this information, the allegations are determined to be unsubstantiated which means although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged incident or violation occurred at the facility. No deficiencies are cited.

Unsubstantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Grace Curtis
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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Control Number 51-CC-20220207141140
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 372001507
VISIT DATE: 04/26/2022
NARRATIVE
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An exit interview was conducted with Director Schwersensky and appeal rights (LIC 9058 1/16) were discussed. A copy of this report as well as a copy of the appeal rights were given to Ms. Schwersensky. LIC 9213 NOTICE OF SITE VISIT FORM IS REQUIRED TO BE POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. LPA observed the director post Notice of Site Visit.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Grace Curtis
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
This is an official report of an unannounced visit/investigation of a complaint received in our office on
02/07/2022 and conducted by Evaluator Grace Curtis
COMPLAINT CONTROL NUMBER: 51-CC-20220207141140

FACILITY NAME:MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF CALIFORNIAFACILITY NUMBER:
372001507
ADMINISTRATOR:MARIJANE SCHAFERFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:14911 ESPOLA ROADTELEPHONE:
(858) 748-1727
CITY:POWAYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
92064
CAPACITY:70CENSUS: 41DATE:
04/26/2022
UNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:25 PM
MET WITH:Maureen SchwersenskiTIME COMPLETED:
12:59 PM
ALLEGATION(S):
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Staff isn't following COVID-19 protocol regarding mask wearing.
Facility failed to report staff and multiple daycare children tested positive for covid.
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On April 26, 2022 at 12:25 p.m. Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Leilani Curtis conducted an unannounced inspection to deliver the findings on the complaint allegations referenced above. Upon arrival LPA met with Director Maureen Schwersensky and proceeded to tour the facility. There were 41 children present with 5 staff members. Appropriate ratio/capacity was observed. Staff members have the required background clearances and are associated to the facility.

The initial complaint investigation was conducted by LPA Curtis on 2/14/22. Throughout the course of investigation, interviews were conducted with the complainant, several employees and several parents. Facility records were obtained and reviewed. The information gathered indicates that Covid-19 guidelines were not being followed when children and/or staff were allowed to wear face shields in the facility instead of the required face mask without a medical exemption for the child or staff on file. On 2/14/22 LPA observed children wearing face shields and facility staff confirmed the use of face shields. During the month of January 2022, the facility has documented 9 positive cases of Covid-19 among children and staff. Emails were sent to the parents of children enrolled on 1/10/22 and 1/19/22 notifying the families of 6 positive Covid cases.
Substantiated
Estimated Days of Completion:
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Grace Curtis
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 3 of 5
Control Number 51-CC-20220207141140
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 372001507
VISIT DATE: 04/26/2022
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Based on interviews conducted by LPA and record reviews the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED, California Code of Regulations, Title 22, 101223(a)(2) is being cited on the attached LIC 9099D.

An exit interview was conducted with director Schwersensky and Appeal Rights (LIC 9058 1/16) were discussed. Ms. Schwersensky’s signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. LIC 9213 NOTICE OF SITE VISIT FORM IS REQUIRED TO BE POSTED FOR 30 DAYS. LPA observed the director post notice of site visit.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Grace Curtis
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
Page: 5 of 5
Control Number 51-CC-20220207141140
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF CALIFORNIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 372001507
DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/26/2022
Deficiency Type
POC Due Date /
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DEFICIENCIES
PLAN OF CORRECTIONS(POCs)
Type B
04/26/2022
Section Cited
CCR
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101223(a)(2) Personal Rights: (a) The licensee shall ensure that each child is accorded the following personal rights:(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment to meet his/her needs. This requirement was not met as evidenced by:
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Presently the face mask mandate/requirement has been lifted but face masks are still strongly recommended. The director understands that Covid-19 requirements, including the use of face masks/coverings may change at any time and she is required to follow the current requirement and/or mandate.
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Based on interviews with the director, staff and LPA observation, the director did not enforce the use of face masks/coverings on children and/or staff as required by state mandate in January 2022. This poses a potential health and safety risk to the children in care due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Tashima Daniel
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Grace Curtis
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/26/2022
LIC9099 (FAS) - (06/04)
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