8 critical and 1 minor findings across 8 visits. Most recent critical finding: Mar 5, 2026. Latest visit Mar 5, 2026, 1 finding.
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Mar 5, 2026Complaint investigationCriticalStandard 1596.866(A)California: Type ACorrection due Mar 6, 2026
“Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when they provided an invalid CPR/FA card with whiteout and altered dates which poses/posed an immediate health, safety or…”California CCLD inspector, Mar 5, 2026 report. Quoted verbatim.
11findings in 36 months0verified corrected by California0corrected during the visit11with a plan or deadline only
2 citations are awaiting report review, so their types are not yet counted above. Everything above is quoted or counted from California CCLD records; nothing is generated. This is not a safety rating.
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Mar 5, 2026Complaint investigation · unsubstantiated1 finding
Standard 1596.866(A)
Critical
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above when they provided an invalid CPR/FA card with whiteout and altered dates which poses/posed an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will sign up for an approved course and send proof to LPA by 3/6/26. The licensee stated she will submit proof of completion to LPA at nicolette.cunningham@dss.ca.gov. Erin Virrueta Nicolette Cunningham DATE: 03/05/2026 DATE: 03/05/2026 Page: 4 of 4
Standard 1596.866(A)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Mar 6, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-03-05:1596.866(A):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-03-05:other
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Feb 13, 2026Other visit5 findings
Standard 1596.8595(c)1
Critical
This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interview and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in multiple files did not contain signed LIC9224 for Type A citations previously issued within the last year which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will provide a copy of the Type A citations and have parents sign LIC9224. The licensee stated she will send proof to the Department. Erin Virrueta Nicolette Cunningham DATE: 02/13/2026 DATE: 02/13/2026 Page: 6 of 7 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CHICO-DAY CARE, 520 COHASSET RD., SUITE 170
CHICO, CA 95926 FACILITY NUMBER: 525408290 VISIT DATE: 02/13/2026 LPA Cunningham informed licensee D. Bott that this report dated 2/13/26 document(s) five Type A citation(s) which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is/are immediate risk(s) to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care.
Also, LPA Cunningham informed the licensee to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 2/13/26 that documents any Type A citation(s) to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.
A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the licensee Bott. DATE: 02/13/2026 DATE: 02/13/2026 Page: 7 of 7
Standard 1596.8595(c)1
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 14, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:1596.8595(c)1:1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:other
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Standard 102423(a)(2)
Severity N/A
Severity: N/A — not provided
Narrative not available. Check the state record for report details.
Correction due Feb 14, 2026. No state verification date is shown.
Standard 102423(a)(2)
State severity
N/A — not provided
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 14, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:102423(a)(2):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:other
Standard 102417(g)
Critical
Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in multiple large pieces of furniture were not secured, and an outlet was uncovered which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will correct the items and send proof to the Department.
Standard 102417(g)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 14, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:102417(g):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:other
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Standard 102417(d)
Severity N/A
Severity: N/A — not provided
Narrative not available. Check the state record for report details.
Correction due Feb 14, 2026. No state verification date is shown.
Standard 102417(d)
State severity
N/A — not provided
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 14, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:102417(d):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:other
Standard 102417(b)
Critical
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to large cobwebs throughout the home, dust covered furnace filter, fan over lunch table had a thick cover of dust, popcorn ceiling debris was on the fireplace, debris on floors, trash can had food particles on it, carpets contained dirt and stains, inside of refrigerator contained food particles and home had foul odor which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will clean and provide proof to the Department.
Standard 102417(b)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 14, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:102417(b):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-13:other
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Feb 6, 2026Other visit4 findings
Personal Rights
Critical
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to the home had a foul odor, the furnace filter was extremely dusty, the fan above table where children eat had a layer of dust and small toys, papers, stickers, toothpick and debris were throughout the home which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will prepare a plan to ensure the home is enjoyable and comfortable for all infants and children and send a copy of the plan to LPA Cunningham at nicolette.cunningham@dss.ca.gov.
Standard 102423(a)(2) · Personal Rights
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 7, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:102423(a)(2):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:other
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Operation of A Family Child Care Home
Critical
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above due to large cobwebs throughout the home, dust covered furnace filter, fan over lunch table had a thick cover of dust, popcorn ceiling debris was on the fireplace, debris on floors, trash can had food particles on it, carpets contained dirt and stains, inside of refrigerator contained food particles and home had foul odor which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will prepapre a detailed plan of how she will clean her entire home and send a copy to LPA Cunningham at nicolette.cunningham@dss.ca.gov.
Standard 102417(b) · Operation of A Family Child Care Home
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 7, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:102417(b):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:other
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Operation of A Family Child Care Home
Critical
Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in multiple broken toys, broken glider chair, and broken fixtures throughout the home which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will remove broken toys and fixtures and send pictures to LPA Cunningham at nicolette.cunningham@dss.ca.gov.
Standard 102417(d) · Operation of A Family Child Care Home
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 7, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:102417(d):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:other
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Operation of A Family Child Care Home
Critical
Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in multiple large pieces of furniture were not secured, several items were stacked up high and a power strip was plugged in on the front porch with outlets uncovered which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
A correction plan is recorded. No state verification date is shown.
Recorded plan of correction
The licensee stated she will clear items that are stacked up high, hire someone to come in and secure furniture, remove power strip and send pictures to LPA Cunningham at nicolette.cunningham@dss.ca.gov.
Standard 102417(g) · Operation of A Family Child Care Home
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 7, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:102417(g):1
Visit source ID
ca:525408290:2026-02-06:other
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