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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198000985
Report Date: 04/19/2022
Date Signed: 04/19/2022 03:28:23 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/19/2022 03:28 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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME:CURREN FAMILY DAY CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
198000985
ADMINISTRATOR:G. CURREN & G. LOCOCOFACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
(562) 480-8459
CITY:DOWNEYSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90242
CAPACITY: 14TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 10CENSUS: 5DATE:
04/19/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:13 PM
MET WITH:Giovanna CurrenTIME COMPLETED:
03:40 PM
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Elka Chavez conducted an unannounced annual inspection to the above facility on 04/19/2022. LPA arrived at the facility at 12:13 PM and met with Licensee, Giovanna Curren, Licensee who guided analyst on a tour of the facility. Also present during this inspection, was, Licensee’s Assistant, Giuseppina Lococo. Entrance Checklist for Family Child Care Homes was provided to the licensee upon entry. Per Licensee, there are 10 children that are currently enrolled. A current children’s roster was available for review. There were 5 children present upon arrival.


This is a single-story home. The home consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room, office, backyard (fenced) and detached garage. Child care is conducted in the living room. Children have access to the bathroom adjacent to the office. Areas accessible to children are: Living room, kitchen, bathroom adjacent to the office, office and back yard (fenced). Areas off limits to children and parents are: 3 bedrooms, bathroom next to the bedroom hallway and detached garage. LPA observed safety child safety gates making the off-limit rooms inaccessible to children in care. The licensee understands that licensing staff may have access to off-limit areas during inspection visit if necessary. **Rooms that are off-limits need to be made inaccessible during operating hours**

Individuals who reside in the home were noted and discussed. Per Licensee, they currently have one assistant. All adults present in the home have obtained a criminal record clearance. Licensee states that there are no firearms stored in the home.

All areas identified on the facility sketch that are accessible for children to use were inspected for safety, comfort, and cleanliness. There is telephone service via a landline and cell phone that is used. Safe toys play equipment and materials were observed.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka Chavez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/19/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/19/2022
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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CURREN FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198000985
VISIT DATE: 04/19/2022
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Detergents, cleaning compounds and other items which could pose a danger to children were
observed to be kept in the detached garage making them inaccessible to children. The licensee states that there are no poisons in the home and understands that storage areas for poisons must be locked with a key or combination lock. The restroom that children use was observed to be safe and sanitary.

The valve on the required 2A10BC fire extinguisher indicates fully charged and was serviced on 9/28/21, as indicated on service tag. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and are operable. LPA observed them in the living room.

Currently, children are using the back yard for outdoor play time. The outdoor play area was observed to be fenced. LPA observed that the outdoor yard has toys and other materials for children to play with. LPA did not observe any bodies of water in the backyard (fenced). The licensee states that supervision is always provided. Per Licensee, there are no pets in the home.

The licensee and other personnel have completed training on preventive health practices including Pediatric First Aid and CPR. The licensee's Pediatric First Aid and CPR expires on 07/2023. There are first aid supplies available. LPA observed them to be kept in the bedroom hallway cabinet. LPA advised that if a child shows signs of illness he/she/they shall be separated from other children.

Children’s records were reviewed, including emergency information and were observed to be complete. The licensee has proof of immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles. LPA did not observe proof of influenza for assistant.

LPA observed that the Licensee and assistant have Mandated Reporter AB 1207 Compliant Child Care Training Certificate on file. LPA observed the certificates to have expired on 4/2021.

All homes shall conduct fire and disaster drills at least once every six months and document the date and time of each drill. Last drill documented was conducted on 3/23/22.



Emergency Disaster Plan, Parent’s Rights Poster and the Facility License were observed to be posted.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka Chavez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2022
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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CURREN FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198000985
VISIT DATE: 04/19/2022
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Licensee, Giovanna Curren 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.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee 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 licensee, Giovanna Curren 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.


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

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email to [email protected]. 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/process.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka Chavez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2022
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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
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: CURREN FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198000985
VISIT DATE: 04/19/2022
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Based on the LPA’s observations and records review, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809 (deficiency page) are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee, Giovanna Curren.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Elka Chavez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/19/2022
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Created By: Elka Chavez On 04/19/2022 at 02:54 PM
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
, 1000 CORPORATE CENTER DR 200B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754

FACILITY NAME: CURREN FAMILY DAY CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 198000985

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/19/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review the licensee and assistant's certficate indicate that the training was taken on 4/7/2019. The licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 2 persons which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/29/2022
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Licensee stated that she will make sure she keeps up with it. Licensee stated that she will put a reminder.
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
1597.622(c)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(c) The family day care home shall maintain documentation of the required immunizations or exemptions from immunization, as set forth in this section, in the person's personnel record that is maintained by the family day care home.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, LPA did not observe proof of influenza for assistant, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 2 persons which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/29/2022
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Licensee stated that she will make sure to note it down. Licensee will follow recommendation of using LIC 311D form for records to keep in facility.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Karen Chambers
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Elka Chavez
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/19/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/19/2022


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