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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 483010869
Report Date: 06/13/2025
Date Signed: 06/13/2025 02:04:28 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
SANTA ROSA CC RO, 1450 NEOTOMAS AVENUE, STE. 100
SANTA ROSA, CA 95405
FACILITY NAME:SUNSHINE HOUSE BENICIAFACILITY NUMBER:
483010869
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		ERIKA DELGADILLOFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:1305 W 2ND STREETTELEPHONE:
(707) 727-4778
CITY:BENICIASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
94510
CAPACITY: 54TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 54CENSUS: 31DATE:
06/13/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:PrelicensingANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:40 AM
MET WITH:Christine SierraTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:30 PM
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On June 13, 2025 Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Jaelyn Agbayani, Janette Cruz, and Selena Mariani met with Applicant Representative, Christine Sierra, and Director, Erika Delgadillo. The purpose of the visit was an announced pre-licensing inspection at the facility to ensure the health, safety and personal rights as required by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. Applicant requested for a Change of Ownership for 54 children 12 of which are Infants ages 6 weeks old to 2 years old, 12 of which are Toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years old, and 30 of which are Preschoolers ages 2 years old to 6 years old. The child care center will operate Monday– Friday 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The fire clearance was approved on May 13, 2025. Facility is currently operating under an Emergency Approval to Operate under facility #483010869. There were 31 children and 13 staff present during today's inspection. 1 staff member who was present during the inspection was an uncleared adult and was sent home immediately.

LPAs toured and measured the on-limits areas and classrooms located at the facility. The facility has a total of 4 classrooms.

Infant Classroom measurements are:
The indoor total measurements contain a total of {468.01} square feet, which will accommodate applicants request for 12 infants.

LPAs observed no physical separation of outdoor space between the Infants and Toddlers. Applicant representative stated that they will be submitting a shared outdoor waiver request to accommodate for outdoor space for both infants and toddlers.

Report continued on LIC 809-C.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mai Lor
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jaelyn Agbayani
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/13/2025
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
SANTA ROSA CC RO, 1450 NEOTOMAS AVENUE, STE. 100
SANTA ROSA, CA 95405
FACILITY NAME: SUNSHINE HOUSE BENICIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 483010869
VISIT DATE: 06/13/2025
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Infant/Toddler Outdoor Shared Play measurements are:
The shared infant/toddler Outdoor total measurements contain a total of {869.75} square feet, which will accommodate applicants request for 12 infants and 12 toddlers.

Toddler Classroom measurements are:
The Indoor total measurements contain a total of {475.95} square feet, which will accommodate applicants request for 12 toddlers.

Preschool Classroom measurements are:
The Indoor total measurements contain a total of {1091.85} square feet, which will accommodate applicants request for 30 preschool children.

Preschool Outdoor Play measurements are:
Outdoor total measurements contain a total of {3080.27} square feet, which will accommodate applicants request for 30 preschool children.

All indoor and outdoor activity space utilized for the children were inspected today. LPAs informed applicant that staff are required to maintain direct visual supervision of the children at all times during indoor and outdoor activities. LPAs observed all classrooms to be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair. A comfortable temperature for children shall be maintained at all times. Applicant was advised that temperature in rooms that children occupy between a minimum of 68 degrees F and a maximum of 85 degrees F. Furniture and equipment were observed to be maintained in good condition, free of sharp, loose or pointed parts. All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, shall be free of toxic substances. All play equipment and materials used by children were observed to be age-appropriate. There are 34 chairs, 9 tables, 45 mats, 12 cribs, 7 feeding chairs, 1 changing table, and 48 cubbies available for infant, toddler, and preschool children. Staff have one separate bathroom that can be utilized by sick children if needed. Sick children will be isolated in Classroom 3. First aid supplies, medication, and cleaning products are stored in the food preparation area kept inaccessible to children. The Applicant shall take measures to keep the center free of flies, other insects, and rodents. Applicant was advised that all containers used for storage of solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight fitting cover that is kept on. LPAs observed no open face heaters or a fireplace. Per applicant, there are no firearms on facility premises.
Report continued on LIC 809-C.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mai Lor
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jaelyn Agbayani
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
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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 ROSA CC RO, 1450 NEOTOMAS AVENUE, STE. 100
SANTA ROSA, CA 95405
FACILITY NAME: SUNSHINE HOUSE BENICIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 483010869
VISIT DATE: 06/13/2025
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LPAs observed infant changing table within arms reach to the sink. Applicant stated that parents will provide food and milk bottles for infants. LPAs advised that as per Title 22 regulations, bottles and dishes provided by authorized representatives shall be rinsed and returned to authorized representatives for sanitizing at the end of each day. LPAs observed infant crib space area, applicant was advised cribs shall not limit the ability of staff to see the infant. Cribs shall be arranged so as to provide a walkway and work space between the cribs sufficient to permit staff to reach each infant without having to step over or reach over any other infant. Applicant representative was also advised that moveable walls or partitions, if used, shall be at least four feet high; shall be constructed of sound-absorbing material; and shall be designed to minimize the risk of injury to infants.

A child who is between 18 and 36 months of age may participate in the toddler program with written permission from the child’s representative. No child in the toddler program shall be placed in the preschool program before the age of 30 months without permission from the child’s authorized representative.

LPAs observed a fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at the facility.

LPAs observed the facility has a fully fenced outdoor playground for infant, toddler, and preschool children. The fence is at least four feet high. There are sufficient outdoor age-appropriate toys and play equipment available on the playground. Outdoor area was free of hazards including, holes, broken glass dry grasses, and other debris that pose a fire hazard. Any construction or equipment that could pose a hazard in the outdoor activity area shall be made inaccessible to children in care. The areas around and under high climbing equipment, swings, slides and other similar equipment was observed to be cushioned with rubber woodchips that can absorb a fall. Applicant understands that no child(ren) shall be left without visual supervision of a teacher at any time. Outdoor shade was provided by canopies. LPAs observed no bodies of water.

Lunch is provided by parents and facility. Applicant representative stated that the facility will later convert to a system where lunch will be fully provided by parents and will no longer be provided by the facility. The facility has food preparation area with refrigerator, microwave and hot/cold running water. Applicant stated that drinking water is readily available for the children in the facility via water tank and water pitchers. Applicant representative stated that children each use disposable paper cups when drinking water.
Report continued on LIC 809-C.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mai Lor
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jaelyn Agbayani
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
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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 ROSA CC RO, 1450 NEOTOMAS AVENUE, STE. 100
SANTA ROSA, CA 95405
FACILITY NAME: SUNSHINE HOUSE BENICIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 483010869
VISIT DATE: 06/13/2025
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Drinking water from a non-contaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. LPAs advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.
Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure.

Applicant representative Christine Sierra was reminded that all adults 18 and over responsible for administration or direct supervision of staff, persons who provides 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 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.

Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes 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) or (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

LPAs discussed the safe sleep regulations with applicant representative 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. LPAs also informed applicant 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.

LPAs reviewed with applicant representative the LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained at The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.
Report continued on LIC 809-C.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mai Lor
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jaelyn Agbayani
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
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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 ROSA CC RO, 1450 NEOTOMAS AVENUE, STE. 100
SANTA ROSA, CA 95405
FACILITY NAME: SUNSHINE HOUSE BENICIA
FACILITY NUMBER: 483010869
VISIT DATE: 06/13/2025
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Applicants were informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

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.

The facility was issued a Technical Violation during today’s inspection. LPAs provided applicant with LIC 9102.

The following corrections are needed before licensure will be considered:
1. Approval of outdoor waiver for shared playground use between infants and toddlers
2. Proof of physical separation of preschool classroom 3 and toddler area 2
3. Proof of classroom setup for classroom 3
4. Final review of application packet

An exit interview was conducted.
A copy of appeal rights and this report was provided to the Applicant representative, Christine Sierra.
Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager and correction of the above issues.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Mai Lor
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jaelyn Agbayani
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/13/2025
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