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Family Child Care ✓ Licensed

Mercedes M Reyes

Lancaster, PA · Lancaster County
S Marshall St, Lancaster, PA 17602
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (717) 396-0589
S Marshall St
Lancaster, PA 17602
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00249773
License Issued
Dec 30, 2025
Active Through
Dec 30, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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About the Provider

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MERCEDES M REYES is a Family Child Care in LANCASTER PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:15 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:15 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:15 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:15 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:15 PM
  • Saturday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sunday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-09-23 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: During the completion of the renewal inspection, it was found that the files for Child #1, #2 and #3 did not contain copies of the forms which describe the required child growth and development of the child in the context of the services being provided.

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.)
We made a copy of children #1, #2 and #3 wich describe the required child growth and development.
2025-09-23 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During the completion of the renewal inspection, it was found that the file for Child #3 did not include the date of admission into the facility.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I put the date of admission date for child #3.
2025-09-23 Renewal 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(e)/3290.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the completion of the renewal inspection, it was found that the file for Child #1 included an emergency contact information sheet last reviewed on 4.10.25 and a financial agreement last reviewed on 4.10.25. The file for Child #2 included an emergency contact information sheet last reviewed on 3.30.25 and a financial agreement last reviewed on 3.30.25.

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. A 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.)
We updated the contact information sheet and financial agreement for both child #1 and child #2.
2025-09-23 Renewal 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) - Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)/3290.182(1)

Description: Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: During the completion of the renewal inspection, it was found that the file for Child #3 did not contain copies of an initial health assessment [copies of immunizations were present].

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider immediately requested the required health assessment and immunization record and placed it into the child's file immediately.
2025-09-23 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments

Noncompliance Area: During the completion of the renewal inspection, it was found that the file for Child #2 contained a copy of an initial health assessment dated 10.31.23 [expired 10.31.24].

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider immediately requested the required health assessment and immunization record and placed it into the child's file immediately.
2025-09-23 Renewal 3290.192(3) - CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.192(3)

Description: CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the completion of the renewal inspection, it was found that the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain a copy of a signed/witnessed CPSL disclosure document.

Correction Required: 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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility without this document on file.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have included the disclosure statement for staff Person #1 into the staff file.
2025-09-23 Renewal 3290.192(4) - Required training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.192(4)

Description: Required training

Noncompliance Area: During the completion of the renewal inspection, it was found that the file for Staff Person #1 had 6 hours of professional development training on file for the training period AND Staff Person #2 had 8 hours of professional development training on file for the training period.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1 and #2 has comply with remaining training hours needed
2024-09-30 Renewal 3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Staff Person #1 last health assessment on record was dated 9.23.22 AND the last health assessment for Staff Person #2 was dated 10.5.22. Both documents were expired at the time of inspection.

Correction Required: 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 had a new health assessment on 11/22/24; staff person #2 had a new health assessment on 10/29/24.
2024-09-30 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of required documents at the facility, it was found that a written policy pertaining to Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head trauma was not on file at the time of inspection.

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.)
Written policy pertaining to Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head trauma document was placed on file.
2024-09-30 Renewal 3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) - Age and training/Required training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.31(f)/3290.192(4)

Description: Age and training/Required training

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Staff Person #1 had 7.5 hours of training completed AND Staff Person #2 had 6.5 hours of training completed.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Training hours for staff person #1 and staff person #2 are being completed so each will have 12 hours.
2024-09-30 Renewal 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical spaces, it was found that chipping/peeling paint was in evidence at the rear of the facility in the restroom/diaper changing area.

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.)
Chipping paint in the restroom/diaper changing area was corrected [painted].
2024-09-30 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the fire detection devices at the facility, it was found that an interconnected fire detection system was not installed at the time of inspection.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire detection devices was updated; system is now interconnected.
2023-09-27 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files onsite, it was found that information to the family about the children's growth and development in the context of the services being provided was not included for child #1 - #4.

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.)
a. Information about the children's growth and development in the context of services being provided will be completed and included in files. b. Facility will complete and update child's growth and development using Department approved form and provide a copy to the family.
2023-09-27 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that the emergency contact information for child #1 - #3 was missing the address[s] of the individual[s] designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
a. Emergency contact information for child #1- #3 missing addresses of individuals designated by parents to release child have been added. b. In the future all forms will be inspected to ensure all necessary information is included.
2023-09-27 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that child #4 health assessment on file is dated 5.20.22 and would have expired on 5.20.23.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
a. Health assessment will be placed in file upon completion. b. Health reports will be requested to parents every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

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