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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 426217112
Report Date: 09/19/2024
Date Signed: 09/30/2024 08:54:53 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 09/30/2024 08:54 AM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME:ROMO FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
426217112
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		FACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
CITY:STATE: ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8CENSUS: 0DATE:
09/19/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:24 AM
MET WITH:Norma RomoTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
11:45 AM
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Per LPM this report is amended to reflect changes on Pg. 1. On 9/30/2024, at 8:50 AM, by (LPA) Joaquin Mendez..
On 9/19/2024, at 9:24 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joaquin Mendez conducted an announced Pre-licensing Inspection and met with Applicant, Norma Romo. LPA informed Applicant of the nature and purpose of the inspection. The applicant informed the LPA of the intention to maintain operating hours of a Family Childcare Home (FCCH) from 5:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday- Saturday. The applicant also informed LPA of the intention to provide care for children 3 months old to 13 years of age. Applicant was informed changes in licensing hours and/or the ages of children supervised and cared for can be altered upon notifying CCLD in writing of the given modifications and/or changes. The applicant reports there is two (2) adults that live in the home and two (2) adults have received criminal record clearance. LPA notes that at the time of inspection there was the applicant and spouse in the home.

LPA toured the interior and exterior of the residence with the Applicant. This is a single-story home. The home consists of three (3) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms, one (1) living room area, kitchen, dining room, garage, and back outdoor patio with yard. Applicant reported day care services will occur in the living room (furnished into daycare), one (1) hallway bathroom, dining room, and outdoor backyard and patio. Meanwhile, the three (3) bedrooms, garage and kitchen will be inaccessible to children in care. Additionally, LPA observed doorknob covers on the bedroom and hallway closet doors making them inaccessible to children in care.

LPA observed that the living room (furnished into daycare), dining room, and one (1) bathroom, to have plenty of spacing and ventilation for the comfort of children in care. The bathroom was clean and orderly. LPA notes there are no toxins and dangerous items in the bathroom accessible to children in care.
· The living room has a fireplace closed off with a wood panel screwed into the wall, in-accessible to children in care.
· The home has a carbon monoxide and smoke combination detector on the living room wall and was tested at 9:39 AM and was operable.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joaquin Mendez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/19/2024
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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: ROMO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426217112
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2024
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· LPA notes, the applicant does have multiple sleep cots and a playpen to meet the children’s sleeping needs.

· LPA reminded the Applicant of the importance of monitoring infants and keeping up with the infant safe sleep plan and log.

· Family medication is in the locked master bedroom in a locked dresser inaccessible to children in care.


· There is a closet secured with a doorknob cover with cloths belonging to spouse.
· Second closet is secured with a doorknob cover which has blankets and extra toys for children in care.

LPA observed a gate on both ends of the kitchen making the kitchen inaccessible to children in care.
· Knives are stored in a locked elevated cabinet in the kitchen.
· Dish soap and cleaning supplies are in a large bin in the locked garage.
· LPA observed a required fire extinguisher (2A10BC) in the home in the pantry with a purchase date of 8/05/2024. LPA reminded Applicant of the responsibility to service or purchase a regulation fire extinguisher annually.
· Kitchen stove has covers over the knobs preventing any accidental turning of the knobs.

LPA observed the back yard and patio area to be completely fenced by wood.
· LPA observed a gate separating the area un-observable where applicant stores her trash bins and yard supplies making it inaccessible to children in care. The applicant reported that children will have access to the outdoor back patio area but not past the secured gate.
· LPA observed items, equipment, toys, and furnishings for the children in care that are in good condition and age appropriate. LPA advised the Applicant to check daily for insects and animals which may pose a threat to children in care prior to children having access to play structures and toys.
· Applicant reported drinking water will be accessible by means of water bottles. Applicant stated they will use individual water cups for the children in care.
· LPA notes no bodies of water were observed.

Applicant reported there are no guns and ammo in the home where the FCCH will operate.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joaquin Mendez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: ROMO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426217112
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2024
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LPA record review revealed all documents as noted below.
· Preventative Health training was complete on 5/18/2024.
· Applicant completed Mandated Reporter training and expires on 11/20/2024.
· Pediatric CPR/First Aid (EMSA approved) and expires 2/11/2025.
· Applicant completed FCCH orientation on 7/23/2024.
· LPA observed immunization records for all adults residing in the home. LPA reminded Applicant of obligation to maintain current training and certifications.
· Applicant does not have liability insurance for the license yet. LPA provided Applicant with Affidavit Regarding Liability Insurance form (LIC 282).

Applicant was reminded that all adults 18 and over living in the home, persons who provide care and supervision to children, and staff who have contact with children, 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.

Because the applicant Norma Romo rents the home, proof of landlord notification is required. The LPA observed the Property Owner/Landlord Notification form (LIC9151) that the applicant confirms was provided to the property owner/landlord. The applicant obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149).

APPLICANT Norma Romo stated she will not provide Incidental Medical Services (IMS). 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/. http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

LPA reviewed with applicant Norma Romo, the LIC 311D, Forms/Records to Keep in Your Family Child Care Homes, children’s forms/records, facility forms/records, and information to be posted. Entrance Checklist was provided to the applicant.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joaquin Mendez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: ROMO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426217112
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2024
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LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant, and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep, as an additional resource. LPA also informed applicant 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.

On this date, 9/17/2024, the California Attorney General - Megan’s Law website was searched for information on sex offenders required to register with local law enforcement under California's Megan's Law. No registered sex offenders were found at the facility addresses. Under state law, some registered sex offenders are not subject to public; therefore, they may not have been included in this search. However, the Department conducts a monthly cross reference of each address on record for all registered sex offenders against all CCLD facility addresses pursuant to information shared by California DOJ.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https:// www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication

Applicant, informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain childcare by connecting them to childcare providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

The home meets Title 22 Division 12 requirements of a small FCCH license. License is pending LPM approval.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joaquin Mendez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
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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
SANTA BARBARA CC RO, 6500 HOLLISTER AVE., SUITE 200
GOLETA, CA 93117
FACILITY NAME: ROMO FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 426217112
VISIT DATE: 09/19/2024
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A notice of site visit was given to applicant Norma Romo, and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the applicant, Norma Romo in the preferred language, Spanish.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Maria Mueller
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Joaquin Mendez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/19/2024
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