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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376619345
Report Date: 02/19/2025
Date Signed: 02/19/2025 12:40:03 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 02/19/2025 12:40 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:ZANDI, GILDA FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
376619345
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		FACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
CITY:STATE: ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8CENSUS: 3DATE:
02/19/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 3 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
11:15 AM
MET WITH:Gilda ZandiTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
12:45 PM
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On 02/19/2025 at 11:15 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Dana Stevens conducted an unannounced inspection for the purpose of Annual Inspection and capacity increase. Upon arrival, LPA was greeted by Licensee Gilda Zandi. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry into the facility. There were 3 day-care children present at the time of the inspection ages 17 months - 3 years, one child under 2 years. Licensee accompanied LPA throughout the inspection of this two story, 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home. The following areas are used for childcare: Kitchen, family room, dining room, living room and downstairs bathroom. Off limits areas are the entire upstairs and garage. These areas are made inaccessible through use of a safety gate and door locks. The upstairs is not used and is gated off at the bottom of the stairway and the applicant understands the gate must be in place when children under five years are present during day care hours. The fireplace is screened. There are no bodies of water observed during time of visit. The side yard is used for outdoor play and is fully fenced. Licensee states total supervision is provided during outdoor play. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 06:000 AM - 04:00 PM.

The fire extinguisher, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector met requirements.  The licensee has toys, play equipment and materials available. There are no bodies of water observed at the time of this inspection. Licensee stated there are no weapons in the home. A review of records on this date indicates that all individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee's CPR/First Aid certifications are current and expire 07/2025. Licensee's spouse's CPR/First Aid certifications are current and expire 04/2026. Licensee and spouse completed Mandated Reporter training in 02/06/2025. Children's files were reviewed and found complete. Last fire drill was conducted and documented in 02/2025. Fire Clearance for 14 children is pending.



LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee, or facility 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 [applicant, licensee, or 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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Cynthia Biszant
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dana Stevens
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/19/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 02/19/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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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
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: ZANDI, GILDA FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376619345
VISIT DATE: 02/19/2025
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LPA provided and discussed the following:  Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms, and ensure that all adults residing or working in the home have criminal background clearances or exemptions.  Licensee was reminded that corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers and/or similar equipment are not allowed in daycare.

For general questions or questions regarding licensing requirements contact the Child Care Licensing Duty Line at (619) 767-2248.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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 licensed Family Child Care 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.

Incidental Medical services (IMS) policy was discussed.  For IMS information see Evaluator Manual – Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417.  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: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

No deficiencies cited.

The following corrections are needed to grant the requested capacity increase:
*Fire Clearance

An exit interview was conducted with the licensee.  The licensee was provided a copy of their appeal rights (LIC 9058 12/15) and their signature on this form acknowledges receipt of these rights. 

 LPA provided notice of site visit and it must be posted for 30 days
SUPERVISORS NAME: Cynthia Biszant
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Dana Stevens
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 02/19/2025
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