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Garcia Family Daycare

Allentown, PA · Lehigh County
S 18th St, Allentown, PA 18104
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (908) 696-6352
S 18th St
Allentown, PA 18104
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00244987
License Issued
Dec 27, 2025
Active Through
Dec 27, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 14

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About the Provider

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Garcia Family Daycare is a Family Child Care in Allentown PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-09-15 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on September 16, 2025 at the time of inspection the agreement for child #2 was reviewed and was missing the date of the child's admission into care.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The missing enrollment agreement information for child #2 was completed and the parent provided a signed upated agreement.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on September 16, 2025, at the time of inspection Child #1's file was reviewed and was missing signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On September 17, 2025, the missing parental consent for emergency medical care for child #1 was obtained and placed in child file.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on September 16, 2025, at the time of inspection Child #1's file was reviewed and was missing signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On September 17, 2025, the missing parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures for child #1 was obtained and placed in child file.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3290.64(c) - Toxic plants not permitted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(c)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on September 16, 2025 at the time of inspection a Flamingo Lily, which is toxic to humans, was found on the providers outdoor back porch. The children do go outside in the space weather permitting.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On September 17, 2025, the toxic plant was completely removed from the outdoor play area.
2025-09-15 Renewal 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on September 16, 2025 at the time of inspection, two areas of peeling paint were observed on the bathroom wall.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On September 17, 2025, the areas with peeling paint were scrapped, repaired and repainted to ensure that all surface areas are smooth, clean and free of hazards.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Mom will sign at pickup today.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 had insurance policy number listed but not the name of the provider.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Mom will provide at pickup today.
2024-12-09 Initial review 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not include continuity of operations planning including, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have updated our emergency plan to include specific procedures for backing up and retrieving health records, child care files, and other key documents. A secure cloud-based storage system will be implemented to ensure that all important records are regularly backed up and accessible in the event of an emergency. 2. Long-Term Solutions: Establish a routine schedule for regular backup of all key files, including health records, attendance logs, and emergency contact information, to be completed [insert frequency, e.g., monthly]. Assign a designated staff member to oversee this backup process and ensure that all records are up-to-date and easily retrievable. 3. Monitoring & Compliance: The facility will perform quarterly audits to ensure the backup system is functioning properly and that all critical files are stored securely and accessible. These audits will be documented and stored online for easy reference and inspection.

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