Case Study Of Ccib's Controversy

CCIB received a call from DCFS. They received a call from a member of the staff of LA County Board of Supervisors (Ofuna). Elizabeth reported that FFA SW Claudia Cuevas was driving her personal vehicle (with no foster children in it) when she was involved in a vehicle accident. The other driver was a Miss Cummins, was concerned and convinced Ms. Cuevas to take cash for the damage repair. MS. Cuevas accepted $450 in cash (in two payments.) Miss Cummins is apparently under the age of 18 and her mother, Nobie Cummins became aware of the situation and confronted Ms. Cuevas at the FFA. (Karen cash, director of the FFA was present). Nobie Cummins accused Ms. Cuevas of intimidation and manipulation of her daughter. (Daughter was called and on speaker

CCIB received a telephone call with an allegation against the facility. RP called to report that there is drug use and domestic violence happening in home due to the licensee runs a daycare. RP reported that on 10/9/2017 Veronica and Juan went to pick up children from school and Veronica asked staff at the school to call the police. RP reported that staff told her to contact the police to report what is happening. The RP reported that the police came to the school and arrested Juan in the parking lot. RP stated that it was stated on the police report that Veronica was hit in the face and kicked (unknown when incident happened). RP reported that the police report stated Veronica had a cut lip and red marks on her legs. RP also mentioned on 10/10/2017

IRTC reviewed documentation entered in Connections by ECS IRTC, Heather Lewis, which stated, CPSSII/586 stated a visit was made to the hospital, child was discharged to parent with a follow up for tomorrow. As per medical staff child had no visible injuries.” ECS CPS, Shantae Dukes, documented on 6/10/17 that that home visit was made and, “No physical injuries were observed.”

The reporter stated on 11/19/15, the children had a forensic interview with Regan Smith, family nurse at Children’s Safe Center. The reporter stated after the interview, Ms. Smith made a recommendation that the children seek professional counseling for lack of supervision; Ms. Smith also recommended that Ms. Kiner is not capable of properly caring for the children. According to the reporter, the children are not supervised properly, they leave the home after Ms. Kiner takes Oxycodine prescribed for back pain, and they vandalize and tear up her furniture and home. The reporter stated it’s been reported by the school that the children come to school with bad hygiene and that they are not bathed properly. Ms. Little stated that the children also

1:10pm- IRTC called the source who validated the narrative and expressed that the injury was observed yesterday (11/27/17). Source voiced that the injury appeared to be more like a rash; since the child has a history of eczema, they didn’t think much of it. Source uttered that the subject child’s mother called inquiring about the injury and wanted to know if the subject child fell at the daycare. Source stated that the child did not fall, but it was recommended for the child to be brought for a medical assessment. Source indicated that they received a return call from the subject child’s mother stating that the medical provider reported that the injury appears to have been sustained by a fall or possibly by another child. Source reiterated that the child did not fall at the daycare. Source added that besides the subject child, there are two active children residing at the case address.

CCIB Intake received a call from licensee Gurpreet Kaur who stated on 8/29/16 at approximately 3PM day care child Arya Naik DOB: 12/14/13 during nap time (2:15PM) the child began to make strange noise. The licensee stated she called out the child's name and the child didn't respond. The child's eyes were open and she was breathing. The licensee stated 911 was contacted and emergency responders responded within 15 minutes. After contacted emergency services the licensee contacted the child's parents. The child's mother arrived at the home while the emergency responders were still at the home. The child was transported to the local hospital and diagnosed with double ear infections per the child's father. The licensee will submit the written report

CCIB received a SOC 341 via email stating that facility staff reported to RP, patient Effie had no injury as of 0400 hours (4 AM). RP reported Effie was found after fall with urine soaked clothes and large bruising. In addition, the report states that Effie also had dried blood/scars in the head and a large bruise on left elbow all which were not from 10 min prior. RP reported that staff from the home stated that Effie fell on 5/2/2017 and that they called the paramedics (no detail). RP reported that Effie disclosed to RP in private that she fell the day before (5/1/2017). RP reported that Effie was taken to Kiser in Santa Rosa to receive medical attention on 5/2/2017.

I’m reaching out to you as a concern parent in regards to incident that happen on 03/10/2017 Friday. My daughter Ahneya Barrett had an unfortunately altercation with another student and Mr. Alexander at Western Branch High school use unreasonable force with my daughter; moreover Mr. Alexander made the statement to my daughter, “That’s what you get” as she slid into the wall. I have related my concerns to Dr. Whitley and the administration staff; nevertheless can’t anyone address the issue about my

CCIB received a call from reporting party (RP) resident Jillian Gilbert, (626) 342-4818 stating that on 8/3/16 at approximately 5 or 6PM, she contacted local Sheriff Department (LE) because the facility placed her personal belonging on the curb. RP stated that LE told staff to bring her items back into the facility. RP also mentioned that the facility would place her belongings into storage, but the facility placed her belongings in the living room. RP stated that resident Bill relayed the message from staff to remove her belongings from the living room but storage has not been provided at this time.

Gwenyth came to school on 09/03/15 with bruises on her left arm and the child indicated to the reporter that she had bruises on her buttock area; the bruises do not require any medical treatment. Gwenyth told Mr. Temple on 08/31/15 her mother asked her if she’d put clothes in the wash. Gwenyth thought she had and told her mother yes but later remembered she hadn’t; Ms. Daly thought the child lied to her and whipped her with a belt on her buttocks area, hit her with a wooden spatula on the arm until it broke, and grabbed her by the neck threw her on the floor and this is when she punched the child in her nose. Gwenyth told the reporter her nose bled really badly. According to the child, her mother has abused her consistently since the age of

IRTC spoke with CPS, Iren Anderson, who reported that she spoke with the subject child and it was reported that the injuries she sustained to both arms were inflicted by another student. CPS said the child was allegedly play fighting with another child resulting in her injury; child indicated that she is not physically disciplined by the alleged subject and she enjoys residing at in the foster home. IRTC reviewed pictures of the injuries and they appeared to be significant bruising on both arms. CPS expressed that it seems to be a game which kids playing, and the injury does not appear to have been maliciously inflicted. Based on CPS’ statement, this case does not meet the criteria for an IRT. If there is any suspicion that the injuries were

PER REPORTER: Curlydria is learning grown folks stuff. She is popping, danching, and opening her legs. Her mother teachers her to dance inappropriately. There are concerns that the mother hits the children in the back with her fist and pops them onthe head. They have no marks or bruises. Per reporter, mom is addicted to marijuana and she constantly smokes around the children. Mom is currently pregnant. Mom purchases drugs on the street. Drugs are not accessible to the children and the children have not been harmed hurt. Reporter stated Glenntavious loves his games. Mom allows her boyfriend to play the games while Glenntavious watches. Per reporter, mom got back pay over $1,000 for food stamps. Mom couldnt have Glenntavious a birthday party.

CCIB received a call from Sonoma Plaza Pediatrics - Dr. Charles DeTorres - Noelia DeTorres. The reporting party (RP) Noelia stated a child by the name of Travis Romberg was slapped in the face by Ms. Lisa. The RP wanted to verify that a complaint was taken for the allegations control #01-CC-20150730105842.

The reporting party (RP) stated on 8/10/15 her son Dillion Lopez Harper age 3 DOB 7/29/13 sustained an injury at the day care. The RP when Dillion arrived home she observed that he had a bump on the side of his head and a split lip. The RP contacted the licensee and was told that Dillion fell out of a chair. The RP stated it was a highchair. According to the RP her 8 year old daughter Hannah Lopez witnessed the fall. The RP stated that the licensee did not contact her or make her aware that Dillion had sustained a fall. The RP stated she noticed that Dillion was lethargic and complaining of a headache. Dillion was taken to the hospital where he was diagnosed with a mild concussion. The RP stated the reason for Dillion's injury was due to over

CCIB Intake LPA McGaskey received a call from resident Todd Sabin who engaged in a conversation with caregiver Martha (last name unknown). According to Todd the caregiver contacted Todd's social worker Javier Serna (626) 471-6402) and left a message on his phone stating Todd threatened to kill her and that she is afraid of him. Todd's social worker discussed the telephone message. The social worker reported he spoke with Martha and asked why didn't contact the police department if she was afraid for her life. According to the social worker Martha had no response to the question. Todd stated Martha informed the social worker he does not sleep at night and wanders through the facility. Subsequently she informed the cook to do whatever Todd wanted