Garcia Cervantes, Maria del Carmen Fcch, Yuba City CA: inspection record

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Past 36 months · checked Nov 6, 2026

Critical findings on record

2 critical and 2 minor findings across 3 visits. Most recent critical finding: Jan 21, 2026. Latest visit Jan 21, 2026, 1 finding.

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Jan 21, 2026Other visitCriticalInfant Safe SleepCalifornia: Type ACorrection due Jan 22, 2026

“Based on LPA's observation where 1 infant had a blanket inside the Pac-n-Play as they slept, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.”California CCLD inspector, Jan 21, 2026 report. Quoted verbatim.

Jan 6, 2026InspectionCriticalInfant Safe SleepCalifornia: Type A+ 2 more findings from this visit: operation of a family child care home, staffing ratio and capacityCorrection due Jan 7, 2026

4findings in 36 months0verified corrected by California0corrected during the visit4with a plan or deadline only

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License type: Licensed
County: Sutter
License number: 515408520
Date issued: Oct 11, 2024
Licensed capacity: 14 children

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Nov 6, 2023–Nov 6, 2026 · 36 months

Latest recorded visit

Jan 21, 2026 · Other visit

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3 recorded visits · 4 available findings.

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2Critical findings

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2Minor findings

0Severity N/A

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20262 visits · 4 recorded findings

Jan 21, 2026Other visit1 finding
Standard 102425(b)
Critical
Based on LPA's observation where 1 infant had a blanket inside the Pac-n-Play as they slept, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above 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 agrees to read, review and write a written statement of her understanding of the Infant Safe Sleep regulations. The licensee also agrees to have her assistant read, review and write a written statement of their understanding of the Infant Safe Sleep regulations. The licensee agrees to provide both written statements to CCLD on or before 1/22/2026. The licensee also agrees to provide copies signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), from parents or guardians of children currently enrolled in care. CIVIL PENALTY WAS ASSESSED. Megan Aviles Laura Chavez DATE: 01/21/2026 DATE: 01/21/2026 Page: 3 of 4 CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION CCLD Regional Office, 520 COHASSET RD., SUITE 170 CHICO, CA 95926 FACILITY NUMBER: 515408520 VISIT DATE: 01/21/2026 LPA Laura Chavez informed licensee Maria del Carmen Garcia Cervantes that this report dated 1/21/2026 documents 1 Type A citation which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Laura Chavez informed the licensee Maria del Carmen Garcia Cervantes to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 1/21/2026 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. An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with licensee Maria del Carmen Garcia Cervantes. Appeal Rights were provided, a Notice of Site Visit was given, and it must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100. All licensing reports are public information and must be made available upon request for at least three years. DATE: 01/21/2026 DATE: 01/21/2026 Page: 4 of 4
Standard 102425(b)
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jan 22, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-21:102425(b):1
Visit source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-21:other
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The state lists 3 findings; details for 1 are available.
Jan 6, 2026Inspection3 findings
Infant Safe Sleep
Critical
Based on observation where 4 infants were covered by blankets as they slept, and a Sippy cup was inside the pac-n-play as an infant slept, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 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 agrees to provide a written statement on how she will ensure that all cribs and/or play yards shall be free from loose articles and objects.
Standard 102425(b) · Infant Safe Sleep
State severity
Type A
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Jan 7, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-06:102425(b):1
Visit source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-06:inspection
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Operation of A Family Child Care Home
Minor
Based on record review of the licensee's roster of children in care, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential 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 agrees to submit a copy of her completed roster of children in care to CCLD on or before 2/5/2026.
Standard 102417(g)(8) · Operation of A Family Child Care Home
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 5, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-21:102417(g)(8):1
Visit source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-21:other
Staffing Ratio and Capacity
Minor
Based on observation where the licensee's assistant was found alone with 9 children, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which poses a potential 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 agrees to submit a written statement on how she will ensure meeting the capacity and staffing ratios as required. The plan of correction shall be submitted to CCLD on or before 2/5/2025.
Standard 102416.5(e) · Staffing Ratio and Capacity
State severity
Type B
Corrected at visit
Not recorded
Correction due
Feb 5, 2026
Technical assistance
Not recorded
Finding source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-21:102416.5(e):1
Visit source ID
ca:515408520:2026-01-21:other
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Jan 21, 2026 · Other visit

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