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PALMERI, MIRNA

Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Facility:
304310216
Type:
FAMILY DAY CARE HOME
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 17, 2026
Additional info
Source:
California Community Care Licensing Division
District office:
Not listed
License effective:
Not found
Capacity:
14

Inspection snapshot

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionJune 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 29, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for PALMERI, MIRNA from April 4, 2023 through June 29, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 19, 2026 and involved sleep safety, with a due date of May 20, 2026.

That higher-concern topic showed up in five inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
19

8 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
10

5 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 5 local median in 92656

Compared to 22 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.9
Local median
0.1

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
60%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
60%
Local median
10%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.14

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
102416.5 Staffing Ratio and Capacity (b) ... maximum number of children... shall be... : (3) More than six... without an additional adult... (a) At least one child... attending kindergarten or elementary... This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the licensee was caring for seven children (all children are not enrolled in kindergarten or elementary school) alone which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Report comments
Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the licensee was caring for seven children (all children are not enrolled in kindergarten or elementary school) alone which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by May 20, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 102416.5 - 102416.5
Official code
102416.5
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
102425 Infant Safe Sleep (i) If an infant falls asleep before being placed in a crib or play yard, the provider shall move the infant to a crib or play yard as soon as possible. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Child 1 was seen napping on the couch at eight months of age which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Report comments
Based on observations, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Child 1 was seen napping on the couch at eight months of age which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by May 20, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425 - 102425
Official code
102425
View official report
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
Operation of A Family Child Care Home (g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (9) Each family child care home shall have a written disaster plan of action prepared on a form approved by the Department. All children, age and ability permitting, and the provider, the assistant provider, and other members of the household, shall be instructed in their duties under the disaster plan. As their age and ability permit, newly enrolled children shall be informed promptly of their duties as required in the plan. (A) Each family child care home shall conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every six months. 1. The licensee shall document the drills, including the date and time of each drill. This documentation shall kept at the family child care home. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the licensee did not have documentation of the emergency disaster drill log available for review which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspector notes
Operation of A Family Child Care Home (g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: (9) Each family child care home shall have a written disaster plan of action prepared on a form approved by the Department. All children, age and ability permitting, and the provider, the assistant provider, and other members of the household, shall be instructed in their duties under the disaster plan. As their age and ability permit, newly enrolled children shall be informed promptly of their duties as required in the plan. (A) Each family child care home shall conduct fire drills and disaster drills at least once every six months. 1. The licensee shall document the drills, including the date and time of each drill. This documentation shall kept at the family child care home. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that t...
Correction status
Plan of correction due by May 6, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102417(g)(9)(A)1 - 102417(g)(9)(A)1
Official code
102417(g)(9)(A)1
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant Safe Sleep (b) Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed Child 2 napping in the play yard while wearing a bib which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by May 6, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(b) - 102425(b)
Official code
102425(b)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant Safe Sleep (b) Cribs or play yards shall be free from all loose articles and objects. (1) Pacifiers shall be allowed in the crib or play yard if the following provisions are in place: (A) There shall not be anything attached to the pacifier. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that LPA observed Child 2 was napping in the play yard with a pacifier with a string attachment which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by April 23, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(b)(1)(A) - 102425(b)(1)(A)
Official code
102425(b)(1)(A)
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Child's Records (a) The licensee shall maintain, in each child's record, the signed and dated notice form required in Section 102419(d). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that six (6) children's files that were reviewed duing the inspection were incomplete which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by May 6, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102421(a) - 102421(a)
Official code
102421(a)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant Safe Sleep Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following: Time of each 15-minute check This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the licensee did not have documentation of the infants' 15 minute sleep log which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by May 6, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(j)(2)(D)(c) - 102425(j)(2)(D)(c)
Official code
102425(j)(2)(D)(c)
Medium concern: Child guidance
Report finding
Personal Rights (a) Each child receiving services from a family child care home shall have certain rights that shall not be waived or abridged by the licensee regardless of consent or authorization from the child's authorized representative. These rights include, but are not limited to, the following: (2) To receive safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that Child 2 and Child 6 were observed to be in a stroller when it was not used for transportation which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by April 23, 2026
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102423(a)(2) - 102423(a)(2)
Official code
102423(a)(2)
Medium concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Operation of A Family Child Care Home (g) The home shall be free from defects or conditions which might endanger a child. Safety precautions shall include but not limited to: This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed a wooden safety gate and a plastic safety gate leading to the side areas of the homes to be broken and having sharp edges which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 25, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102417(g) - 102417(g)
Official code
102417(g)
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
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: Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee was unable to provide documentation showing she has a current mandated reporter certification which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 25, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
HSC 1596.8662(b)(1) - 1596.8662(b)(1)
Official code
1596.8662(b)(1)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant Safe Sleep Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following: Time of each 15-minute check This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Licensee was unable to provide documentation for child #1 (C1) showing she is conducting and documenting infant safe sleep every 15 minutes during nap times which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 25, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(j)(2)(D)(c) - 102425(j)(2)(D)(c)
Official code
102425(j)(2)(D)(c)
View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
*amended version*102370(d)(1) All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.871 shall prior to working, residing... in a licensed facility:(1)Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, record review, and interview the Licensee's helper Laura Linet Betanco did not obtain clearance prior to working in the facility.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by February 10, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type A deficiency
Report section
CCR 102370(d)(1) - 102370(d)(1)
Official code
102370(d)(1)
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
102425(b) crib or play yards shall be free from loose articles and objects. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA's observation, and interview 2 out of 2 play yards for infants had loose objects (sheet and blankets) which poses a potential risk to health and safety or personal rights to children in care.
Report comments
Based on LPA's observation, and interview 2 out of 2 play yards for infants had loose objects (sheet and blankets) which poses a potential risk to health and safety or personal rights to children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by January 17, 2025
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(b) - 102425(b)
Official code
102425(b)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant Safe Sleep The provider shall supervise infants while they are sleeping and adhere to the following requirements: The provider shall physically check on the infant every 15 minutes. 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 by means of not having records in file for the infant she is currently caring for which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The licensee was given a consultation and a copy of a sample log for her reference. Licensee was also given other resources.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 9, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(j)(1) - 102425(j)(1)
Official code
102425(j)(1)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Immunizations (a) Prior to admission to a family day care home, children shall be immunized against diseases as required by the California Code of Regulations, Title 17, beginning with Section 6000. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interviewing the licensee and record review of the 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. The licensee was missing immunization records for 2 of 2 children enrolled in her program and was provided a website where parents can retrieve vaccination records.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 9, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102418(a) - 102418(a)
Official code
102418(a)
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child's Records (a) The licensee shall maintain, in each child's record, the signed and dated notice form required in Section 102419(d). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interviewing the licensee and record review of 2 of 2 children enrolled, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The licensee did not have completed immunization record sheets or immunization records for review for 2 of 2 children in care.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 9, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102421(a) - 102421(a)
Official code
102421(a)
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Child's Records (b) The licensee shall maintain, in each child's record, a copy of the emergency information card as required in Section 102417(g)(7). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interviewing the licensee and record review of 2 of 2 children enrolled , the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. The licensee was provided a LIC 311 D for her reference and consultation on completed files for children enrolled. Licensee was missing 1 of 2 files for children enrolled.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 9, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102421(b) - 102421(b)
Official code
102421(b)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Operation of A Family Child Care Home (7) An emergency information card shall be maintained for each child and shall include the child's full name, telephone number and location of a parent or other responsible adult to be contacted in an emergency, the name and telephone number of the child's physician and the parent's authorization for the licensee or registrant to consent to emergency medical care. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation, interviewing the licensee and record review of 2 of 2 children enrolled, 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. The licensee did not have a completed file for 1 of 2 children enrolled with her. A consultation was provided and a LIC 311D.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 9, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102417(g)(7) - 102417(g)(7)
Official code
102417(g)(7)
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Infant Safe Sleep Documentation shall be maintained in the infant’s file and be available to the Department for review. Documentation shall include the following: This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interviewing and record review of 1 of 1 infant , 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. The licensee was not clear on the infant safe sleep log for infants. A consultation was provided to the licensee in dept of the new safe sleep regulations. Copies of a safe sleep log was provided. LPA email Safe sleep resources to licensee as well.
Correction status
Plan of correction due by June 9, 2023
More details
Official CA class
Type B deficiency
Report section
CCR 102425(j)(2)(D) - 102425(j)(2)(D)
Official code
102425(j)(2)(D)