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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 376101092
Report Date: 09/26/2023
Date Signed: 12/21/2023 10:54:08 AM

Document Has Been Signed on 12/21/2023 10:54 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
CCLD Regional Office, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME:LAWTON, NICOLETTE FAMILY CHILD CAREFACILITY NUMBER:
376101092
ADMINISTRATOR:FACILITY TYPE:
810
ADDRESS:TELEPHONE:
CITY:STATE: ZIP CODE:
CAPACITY: 8TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 8CENSUS: 4DATE:
09/26/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
02:00 PM
MET WITH:Nicolette LawsonTIME COMPLETED:
04:00 PM
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On 9/26/23 at 2:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Adrian Mangina conducted an unannounced Annual inspection with the Licensee, Nicolette Lawton. Also present in the home was husband Juan Gonzalez, Assistant Sara Weil and four infants in care. Proper supervision and ratios were observed. The 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single story home was toured and inspected to ensure an environment safe for the care and supervision of children. A review of records indicated that all adults who are required have fingerprint clearances associated to the facility. Licensee rents the home and has provided a lease as proof of control of property. The applicant has obtained a signed Property Owner/Landlord Consent form (LIC 9149).

A review of staff records on this date indicates that all facility staff or other individuals who require caregiver background checks have received criminal record and child abuse clearances or exemptions. Licensee was reminded that all adults 18 and over living or working in the home, 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

Licensee’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 4/2024 and Mandated Reporter Training AB 1207 was completed 1/26/22. Assistant’s First Aid and CPR certifications expire on 1/2025 and Mandated Reporter Training AB 1207 was completed 1/7/23. Licensee and staff meet immunization requirements. LPA reviewed staff files and child files which were complete. All required documents were posted. Last disaster drill was conducted 4/13/23.

Licensee has provided adequate space for the children to eat, sleep and play within the home. Licensee uses the following rooms for childcare: nap room, living room, and bathroom . The following areas will be off limits: bedroom, kitchen, and attached garage, which are inaccessible using safety gates, locks and latches. There is a working fire extinguisher rated 2A10BC, smoke and carbon monoxide detector are present and

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Adrian L Mangina
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 09/26/2023
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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: LAWTON, NICOLETTE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376101092
VISIT DATE: 09/26/2023
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operational. Poisons, cleaning compounds, medications and other hazardous items are inaccessible to children using cabinet latches and/or placed in off limit areas. Adequate heating and ventilation is provided for day-care children. Children’s toys, play equipment and materials are available. Licensee states there is a weapon in the home and gun and ammo are securely stored in separate areas of the home. Entrance Checklist was provided to the Licensee.

Provider is hereby reminded of the following: Report suspected child abuse and neglect, maintain children’s records according to regulation, post all required forms, ensure that all adults living or working in the home have criminal background clearances associated to the facility, corporal punishment, smoking, exersaucers, bouncy seats, walkers, and jumpers are not allowed in day care. All equipment that is used should be used only as intended by the manufacturer. LPA and Licensee discussed California Megan's Law and LPA provided: www.meganslaw.ca.gov. LPA Mangina directed Licensee to website: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing to receive important updates and information.

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 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 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/.

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.

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SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Adrian L Mangina
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/26/2023
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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, 7575 METROPOLITAN DR STE 110
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
FACILITY NAME: LAWTON, NICOLETTE FAMILY CHILD CARE
FACILITY NUMBER: 376101092
VISIT DATE: 09/26/2023
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On this date, 9/25/23, 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 disclosure; 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-carelicensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

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.

No citations issued.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Licensee, Nicolette Lawton A notice of site visit was given to Licensee and must remain posted on, or immediately adjacent to, the interior side of the main door for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Renesha Askew
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Adrian L Mangina
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/26/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 09/26/2023
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