Maria Lugo Day Care - Allentown PA Family Child Care

S 14th St , ALLENTOWN PA 18102
(718) 619-5772

About the Provider

Description: Maria Lugo Day Care 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.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: CER-00163912
  • Capacity: 6
  • State Rating: 3
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Languages Supported: English, Spanish
  • Schools Served: Allentown City - Pick-Up service to/from school
  • District Office: Early Learning Resource Center for Region 14
  • District Office Phone: (610) 437-6000 ext 2 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2020-08-11 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/Required training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Facility person # 1 and # 2 do not have a NSOR on file that was due to be on file by July 1, 2020.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 & # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person # 1 & # 2 will not provide childcare until a NSOR is on file for facility person # 1 & # 2. In the future the operator will ensure all required clearances are on file.
2019-05-24 Renewal 3290.121(a)/3290.121(b) - Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: At the time of enrollment, provider does not provide a parent in writing the facility's supervision policies.

Correction Required: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A supervision policy has put into place and a copy has been given to parents. In the future, provider will ensure that all new parents receive the supervision policy at enrollment time.
2019-05-24 Renewal 3290.151(a)/3290.151(a)(2) - Within 3 months, then 12 months/12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 assists with overnight care. Staff 1 does not have a health assessment and tb screening on file.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment on file at the facility.A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 completed health assessment and tb screening. In the future, health assessment and tb screening will be completed yearly and TB screening every two years.
2019-05-24 Renewal 3290.24(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 - DOH - 11.14.16 - does provider child care - staff 1 attends to the overnight children. Staff 1 does not have emergency plan training on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 completed emergency plan training completed. In the future staff 1 and provider will ensure that emergency plan training is completed every year.
2019-05-24 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Staff 1 DOH - 11.14.16 does not have mandated reporter training on file.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 completed Mandate Training in 5/29/19. In the future provider will ensure that training is completed every 5 years and is in compliance with CPSL and Chapter 3490.
2018-10-15 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Children 1, 2 and 3 have been enrolled for more than 6 months and do not have 6 month updated child service reports on file.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will complete child service reports within the next 2 weeks and fax to inspector. Provider will prepare a schedule to check records every 6 months. (plan was provided via interpreter)
2018-10-15 Renewal 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: All children files were reviewed. Provider did not update children's fee agreements and emergency contact forms within 6 months.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the informationA parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will prepare a schedule to check children's records every 6 months.(plan was provided via interpreter)
2018-10-15 Renewal 3290.64(a)/3290.133(4) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container/Locked Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Inspector observed a bottle of children's Tylenol and 2 bottles of wite out the bottom unlock draw of the computer table. All three bottles are labeled keep out of reach of children. All three bottles are accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider removed all 3 items immediately. In the future, provider will ensure no toxics and medication are in reach of children. Provider will not store any medication or toxics in unlock draws. (plan was provided via interpreter)
2017-12-14 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: CHILD #3 HAS BEEN ENROLLED AT THE DAYCARE SINCE 11/14/16, BUT A CHILD SERVICE REPORT IS NOT ON RECORD FOR THE ENROLLMENT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will complete a child service report for the parent and have them sign that they received a copy. All children will have a child service report completed and on record at least every 6 months going forward.
2017-12-14 Renewal 3290.124(e) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS FOR CHILD #2 AND CHILD #3 HAVE NOT BEEN UPDATED WITHIN THE LAST 6 MONTHS.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have the parents of both children review and update the emergency contact forms. All forms will be reviewed and updated, with a date and signature, every 6 months going forward.
2017-12-14 Renewal 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM FOR CHILD #1 DOES NOT CONTAIN PARENTAL CONSENT FOR MINOR FIRST-AID PROCEDURES.

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.)
The parent will sign the form for consent when she arrives to drop off her child today. All children will have parental consent on record for minor first-aid at enrollment and going forward.

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