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Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376701480
Report Date: 01/21/2026
Date Signed: 01/21/2026 12:49:25 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
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:LEMON GROVE CHILDCARE CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
376701480
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		BLANCA BROWNFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:3468 CITRUS STREET, STES A & BTELEPHONE:
(619) 818-0149
CITY:LEMON GROVESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
91945
CAPACITY: 30TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 10CENSUS: 7DATE:
01/21/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
08:42 AM
MET WITH:Blanca BrownTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
01:05 PM
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On January 21, 2026, at 8:42 a.m., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Angela Nguyen conducted an unannounced Annual inspection. LPA met with Licensee, Blanca Brown and disclosed the purpose of inspection. LPA was led on a tour of the inside and outside the facility by Licensee. The facility operates in 3 classrooms and the multipurpose room. There were 7 children being supervised by 2 staff members during the inspection. This facility operates a year round schedule and is closed for major holidays. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The floors in the facility were observed to clean and safe. Solid waste storage containers were observed to have tight-fitting covers and in good repair. There is a variety of activities available throughout the day. All required forms were posted. Hand washing facilities were observed to be in safe and sanitary operating condition. At 8:54 a.m., LPA observed a toilet lid to the children's toilet that was cracked and resealed together during the inspection. Licensee stated the toilet lid has been broken since December 31, 2025 and a work order has been placed on January 6, 2026. LPA observed there was one operational toilet to satisfy the needs for the enrolled capacity. This facility does not provide food for the children. The children bring their own lunch and snack. Filtered drinking water is available both indoors and outdoors. Children bring their own water bottles. LPA observed areas around high climbing equipment does have sufficient cushioning material of artificial grass surrounding the play structure. LPA observed the toys and play equipment are age appropriate. At 8:59 a.m. LPA observed two play kitchen with sharp pointed parts in the outdoor play area. Licensee immediately removed and disposed the broken play equipment. Licensee replaced the outdoor play equipment. Shade was observed in the outdoor activity space by the use of shade kites. The facility has a functioning carbon monoxide detector and a first aid kit that meet statutory requirements.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/21/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 01/21/2026
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
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: LEMON GROVE CHILDCARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701480
VISIT DATE: 01/21/2026
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Licensee stated that there are no swimming pools or other bodies of water on the premises. LPA did not observe any bodies of water. Licensee stated there are no firearms or ammunition allowed or stored on the premises. The last fire drill was conducted and documented on 1/15/2026. Earthquake drill was conducted on 11/18/2025.

Capacity and limitations as specified on the license are being maintained. Children are under supervision, including visual supervision, of a teacher at all times. Facility maintains a ratio of one teacher supervising no more than twelve (12) children in care.

Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over, 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 Child Care Center. 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.

At least one person trained in CPR and Pediatric First Aid is present when children are at the facility. The name of the facility representative and the fully qualified teacher designated to act in the licensee’s absence has been reported to the Department. LPA reviewed facility physical sign in /sign out sheet procedures. Licensee was reminded that the person who signs the child in and out of the facility shall use their full legal signature and record the time of day. LPA reviewed a sample of children’s files and observed five out of seven files were incomplete. LPA reviewed a sample of staff files and observed files were complete with health screening, immunization records for influenza, pertussis and measles and current documentation of completed mandated reporter training.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test.

LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/21/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/21/2026
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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
SAN DIEGO CC RO, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: LEMON GROVE CHILDCARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701480
VISIT DATE: 01/21/2026
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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services – IMS. LPA reviewed storage of “medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and administrative records.
For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication. Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are 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 childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Three Type B deficiency per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 & Chapter 1, is being cited on the attached LIC 809-D.

A Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) was given to Licensee, Blanca Brown. Appeal Rights (LIC 9058) was provided. An exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Licensee, Blanca Brown.

LPA discussed and provided licensee with the following information: Child Care Advocates - email address childcareadvocatesprogram@dss.ca.gov. For common questions or questions regarding licensing requirements to contact the Child Care Licensing duty line at 619-767-2248.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Angela Nguyen
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/21/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 01/21/2026
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Created By: Angela Nguyen On 01/21/2026 at 11:52 AM
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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: LEMON GROVE CHILDCARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701480

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/21/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101239(n)
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies
(n) Furniture and equipment shall be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having a children's toilet lid cracked and still in operation for children which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/06/2026
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Licensee stated a work order was placed for a new toilet lid on January 6, 2026. Licensee made the toilet inaccessible to children by covering the opening to the toilet. Licensee stated there is one additional toilet for the children to use at the facility. Licensee stated she will send a photo of the new toilet lid to the department no later than 2/6/2026.
Type B
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101239(o)(1)
Fixtures, Furniture, Equipment and Supplies
(o) Playground equipment shall be securely anchored to the ground unless it is portable by design. (1) Equipment shall be maintained in a safe condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having two plastic play kitchens had sharp pointed parts accessible to children in the outdoor play area which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 01/21/2026
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Licensee immediately removed the two play kitchens from the outdoor play area and disposed of them. Licensee replaced the toys and play equitment during the inspection.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Angela Nguyen
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/21/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/21/2026


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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
, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR., STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108

FACILITY NAME: LEMON GROVE CHILDCARE CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 376701480

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 01/21/2026

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101221(b)(8)(C)
Child's Records
(C) A signed consent form for emergency medical treatment unless the child's authorized
representative has signed the statement specified in Section 101220(f).

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Based on observation, interview, record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 5 out of 7 children's files were incomplete with the consent for medical treatment LIC 627 and LIC 702 which posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 02/06/2026
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Licensee stated that she can obtain signatures for the form at pick up and have the parents complete the LIC 702. Licensee stated she will show proof of completion via email to LPA no later than 02/06/2026.
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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.
Tulam Vu
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Angela Nguyen
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/21/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 01/21/2026


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