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Family Child Care ✓ Licensed

Monica Cruz

Bethlehem, PA · Northampton County
W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 694-0552
W Broad St
Bethlehem, PA 18018
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00254196
License Issued
May 21, 2026
Active Through
May 21, 2027
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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MONICA CRUZ is a Family Child Care in BETHLEHEM 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 Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, Child #4 was observed placing a bottle cap in their mouth. The bottle caps were being used by the preschool children as a fine motor activity at the onset of the inspection.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottle caps were immediately moved to an area where they are not accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(a)

Description: Each child emergency contact person

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include who should be contacted in an emergency.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact will be added to the emergency contact form for Child #1.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the name, address, or telephone number of the child's physician.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The name, address, or telephone number of the child's physician will be added to the emergency contact form.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the business name, address, and telephone number of the children's parents.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The business name, address, and phone number of the parents will be added to the emergency contact forms.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.124(b)(5) - Information re: disability Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: disability

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include whether the child has any special needs as specified by the child's parent or physician.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact form will be updated to include whether the child has any special needs as specified by the child's parent or physician.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.

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.)
The emergency contact form will be updated to include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number.
2026-02-06 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: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the designated release person. The emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the address of the designated release person.

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.)
The name, address, and number of the release persons will be added to the emergency contact forms.
2026-02-06 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: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information and fee agreement for Child #2 had not been reviewed by the parent since 4/7/25, more than six months prior. The emergency contact information for Child #3 had not been reviewed by the parent since 2/3/25, more than six months prior. The fee agreement for Child #3 had not been reviewed by the parent since 2/5/24, more than six months prior.

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.)
The parents will review and sign the emergency contact forms and fee agreements.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 have completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 are the only staff at the family child care home.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, a family child care home staff person who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2, then Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 will complete an approved pediatric first aid and cpr training conducted by a PQAS approved trainer. Until this has been completed, children will not be in care.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.24(b) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(b)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the operator provided multiple emergency plans for review. The most recent emergency plan was dated 4/11/22.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan will be reviewed and updated if necessary. The date of the review will be documented on the emergency plan.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.24(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the letter provided to parents explaining the emergency procedures could not be located for review.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will provide a letter to parents explaining the emergency plan.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.31(g) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.31(g)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 have completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (g)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, a family child care home staff person who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2, then Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 will complete an approved pediatric first aid and cpr training conducted by a PQAS approved trainer. Until this has been completed, children will not be in care.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #1 does not have a current NSOR certificate on file. The NSOR certificate on file is dated 9/4/2020. The PA Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance for Staff Person #1 were not updated within 60 months. The dates of the clearances for Staff Person #1 were PA Child Abuse Clearance 4/23/20 and 1/16/26, FBI Clearance 3/7/2020 and 1/16/26. Staff Person #2 does not have a current NSOR certificate on file. The NSOR certificate on file is dated 9/4/2020. The FBI Clearance for Staff Person #2 was not updated within 60 months. The dates of the FBI Clearance for Staff Person #2 were 3/10/20 and 1/16/26. Household Member #3 does not have a current NSOR certificate on file. The NSOR certificate on file is dated 9/8/2020. The FBI Clearance for Household Member #3 was not updated within 60 months. The dates of the FBI Clearance for Household Member #3 were 3/7/20 and 1/27/26. Household Member #4 does not have a current NSOR certificate on file. The NSOR certificate on file is dated 9/8/2020. The FBI Clearance for Household Member #4 was not updated within 60 months. The dates of the FBI Clearance for Household Member #4 were 3/9/20 and 1/26/26.

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. Children may not be in care until Staff Person #1 has an NSOR Certificate on file. Staff Person #2 may not work at the facility or be present in the home while children are in care until a current NSOR Certificate is on file. Household Member #3 and Household Member #4 may not be present in the home while children are in care until current NSOR Certificates are on file. TIERED LIS 1. 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. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. Children may not be in care until Staff Person #1 has an NSOR Certificate on file. Staff Person #2 may not work at the facility or be present in the home while children are in care until a current NSOR Certificate is on file. Household Member #3 and Household Member #4 may not be present in the home while children are in care until current NSOR Certificates are on file. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. 2/6/26 Children were sent home. Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, Household Member #3, and Household Member #4 immediately requested the NSOR Certificate. The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 2. 2/6/26 - Children will not be in care until Staff Person #1 has an updated NSOR Certificate on file. Staff Person #2, Household Member #3, and Household Member #4 will not be present while children are in care until an updated NSOR Certificate is on file for each.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.73(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the first aid kit did not contain gauze.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gauze was immediately purchased and placed in the first aid kit.
2026-02-06 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.94(a)(9) - Every 60 days/Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.94(a)(9)

Description: Every 60 days/Written record

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/6/26. At that time, the fire drill log was reviewed. The dates of the fire drill were 2/12/25, 4/16/25, 6/18/25, 8/20/25, 10/15/25, 12/3/25. Fire drills were not conducted within 60 days four times in the past year.

Correction Required: Fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. A written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A fire drill will be conducted when children are in care.

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