Playhouse Children's Center
218 Lane Ave, Punxsutawney, PA
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Elizabeth A Pape Family Child Care Home is a home daycare in Anita, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
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Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 65 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 13, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 65 rules in all · 55 corrected
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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3290.61 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“There was an open gate lidding to a busy road.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“The facility lacked a policy to identify Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment. The facility emergency plan lacked continuity of operations plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“The Laundry room was open and there were two boxes of Gain laundry detergent label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was a can of Tire sealant in a basket in the porch area label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.124(b)(5) Information re: disability
“The file for child # 2 lacked the information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation, on the Emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.24(f) Emergency plan
“The operator did not provide the parents of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.24(b) Emergency plan
“The emergency was last reviewed on 11/25/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The facility lacked a fire detection system test log. The smoke detectors have not been tested every 30 days as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
3290.94(a)(9) Written record
“According to the fire drill log and staff statement the facility last fire drill was conducted on 8/6/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3290.133(7) Medication log
“The operator was not maintaining a medication log for the prescription for child # 6.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2026
3290.181(a) Each child
“Child # 6 lacked a file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“The facility lacked a policy to identify Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment. The facility emergency plan lacked continuity of operations plan.”
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Household member #1 lacked Child Abuse Clearance and a disclosure statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.61 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“There was an open gate leading to a busy road.”
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“The Laundry room was open and there were two boxes of Gain laundry detergent label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was a bedroom with an open door. There were, body lotions, hand sanitizers, Vaseline, hair spray label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was an unlocked white cabinet that contained a can of plaster, and a bottle of Flex paste label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was an open shelf in the porch area that contained a bottle of motor oil, WD-40 can and a can of Tire sealant label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom that contained a bathroom cleaner bottle, Pillow Soft Curls, Body Powder, Shave Gel label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was a bottle of Hot Shot Anti Roach and Spiders on top of the kitchen counter by the bread and cereal.”
3290.74(a) Requirements
“There was damaged wooden floor on the room to the right.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.93 Fireplaces & Wood or Coal Burning Stoves
“There is a missing stove protective guard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There was a damaged black bench with exposed foam on the porch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 7/13/26 at approximately 8:45 am Staff #1 was not present at the facility. According to staff #1 grandchild Staff # 1 was at a doctor's appointment. There were 2 unrelated YSA children and 2 related YSA children ,1 related 17 years old and 1 related 18 years old. Staff #1 returned to the facility at approximately 10:56 am”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The file for child #4 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The file for child #1 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The file for child # 1 lacked the date of the child's admission date on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.124(b)(5) Information re: disability
“The files for child # 2 and 3 lacked the information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation, on the Emergency contact form.”
3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The files for children # 1,2,3, 4 and 5 contained an emergency contact and agreement form that were not updated in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.131(a)(4) Initial health report for school age
“The file for child #4 lacked Initial health report for a school-age dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.133(7) Medication log
“The operator was not maintaining a medication log for the prescription for child # 6.”
3290.181(a) Each child
“Child # 6 lacked a file.”
3290.94(a)(9) Written record
“According to the fire drill log and staff statement the facility last fire drill was conducted on 8/6/25.”
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The facility lacked a fire detection system test log. The smoke detectors have not been tested every 30 days as required.”
3290.22(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility lacked instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.24(b) Emergency plan
“The emergency was last reviewed on 11/25/22.”
3290.24(f) Emergency plan
“The operator did not provide the parents of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures.”
3290.31(a)(2) Age and training
“The file for staff #1 lacked proof of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.31(f) Age and training
“The file for staff # 1 lacked 12 out of 12 required hours of annual childcare training, from 12/19/24 to 12/19/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.165 Menus
“The facility lacked a menu so that the daily nutritional needs of the child can be met.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3290.31(f) Age and training
“The file for Staff Person #1 contains 11 of the 12 annual training hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“The last emergency drill log on file was dated 10/12/23 which is more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2025
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The 30-day fire detection log on file contained dates of testing from 5/4/25-6/5/25 and 7/2/25-8/6/25, which are both more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3290.131(b)(2)/3290.182(1) Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The most current health assessment on file for Child #5 is dated 4/14/23, which is older than 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, and Child #3 last emergency contact update and financial agreement update is dated 8/5/24 , for Child #2 is dated 1/1/24, and for Child #5 is dated 4/10/23. All more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025
3290.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 is lacking the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
3290.124(b)(5) Information re: disability
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 and Child #3 is lacking 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.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3290.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 is lacking the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3290.123(a)/3290.124(a) Signed /Each child emergency contact person
“The file for Child #4 was lacking a fee agreement and emergency contact form. Child #6, Child #7, Child #8, Child #9 and Child #10, were lacking a file which should include a fee agreement and emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
3290.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 7/10/25, between approximately 11:35AM -2:15PM it was observed that Child #6, Child #7, Child #8, Child #9 and Child #10 (all school agers) were present at the facility with Staff Person #1 and 2 related children. Child #6 and Child #7 were observed to come in and out of tbe prhe facility multiple times and were not being supervised by Staff Person #1. Child #8, Child #9 and Child #10 were observed to be alone in a bedroom at the facility unsupervised by Staff Person #1. On 8/6/25 at approximately 11:15AM it was observed that Child #4 and Child #5 (both school agers) were outside alone, Staff Person #1 was inside of the facility and unable to supervise the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025
3290.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed that there was a broken and cracked shelving unit on the side porch which contained sharp points.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
3290.32(d) Age and training
“The file for Staff Person #1 contained a First/Aid CPR certificate with the expiration date of 2/28/25. Leaving no facility person competent in Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2025
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #1 contained a NSOR certificate dated 7/31/20 which is more than 60 months ago. The file for Household Member #1 is lacking a Child Abuse Clearance, NSOR certificate and contains a DOE FBI Clearance which is not a valid FBI Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 2/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2025
3290.192(2) Health assessment, TB test
“The most recent health assessment on file for Staff Person #1 is dated 8/17/21, which is more than 24 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2025
3290.64(a)/3290.64(c) Locked or inaccessible - in original container/Toxic plants not permitted
“On the back deck area, which is used as part of outdoor play space for the children, observed toxic Madagascar Periwinkle plants which were accessible to the children. In the bathroom, which is used by the children in care, observed bleach under the sink which was accessible to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the main child care room, observed 3 outlets located on the wall between the two television sets, which lacked protective receptable covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2024
3290.123(a) Signed
“The fee agreement on file for child #1 was not signed by the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The fee agreement on file for child #1 lacks the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2024
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“There was more than 30 days between manual checks of the smoke detectors which were completed on 1/5/24 and 2/10/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) Age and training/Required training
“The file for staff #1 lacks 7.5 hours of child care training from 12/19/22 through 12/19/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2024
3290.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“The file for child #1 lacks signed parental consent for transportation.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2024
3290.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The file for child #1 lacks signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2024
3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #1 lacks a health assessment within the past 24 months. This is evidenced by the most current health assessment on file with date of 8/17/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.131(a)(4)/3290.182(1) Initial health report for school age/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The file for child #4, who is of school age, lacks a health report dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance. Child #4 will be starting 8th grade in fall of 2024 and the last physical on file is from 2019.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“There was no emergency contact information on file for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The files for children #4 and 5 lack an update/review of the emergency contact and fee agreement within the past six months. This is evidenced by the last updates of - Staff #4 - 9/18/23 and staff #5 - 9/1/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2024
3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The file for child #1 lacks written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact information on file for children #1, 2, 3 and 5 lack the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The fee agreement on file for child #1 lacks the names of the persons to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2024
3290.74(a) Requirements
“On the side deck, which is used by the children in care, observed a five foot step ladder which was leaning against the wall and could fall over on the children, a rusted rake leaning against the back wall, a wooden frame with rusted nails, a sharp weed wacker and a tomato stake with sharp points.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Previously cited under SIN-00228045. The emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2023
3290.133(6)/3290.133(7) Written consent/Medication log
“Previously cited under SIN-00228045. Observed child #1 have prescription medication administered by provider. Parental written consent for administration was not on file and a medication log was not established and maintained at the facility for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2023
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The facility does not have interconnected smoke detectors which are approved by a testing laboratory recognized by OSHA to test and certify smoke alarms.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 19, 2023
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“Previously cited under SIN-00228045. The facility file lacked documentation that an emergency drill was completed within the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 19, 2023
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster.”
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 lacks an FBI clearance within the past 60 months. This is evidenced by the current FBI clearance on file dated 4/12/18.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2023
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“On the side porch, which is used by the children, observed toxic power steering fluid on a shelf and in reach of the children. In the kitchen, observed two cans of paint on an accessible countertop, weed killer on the floor, and in a kitchen drawer which was accessible to the children in care, toxic furniture polish, disinfectant spray and talcum powder labeled as, "Keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
3290.74(a) Requirements
“On the side porch, which is used by the children, observed hedge clippers in reach of children which create a visible hazard to the children in care. In the bathroom, used by the children in care, observed that the cabinet under the sink was missing one of two doors and was not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
3290.117(c) Vet's certificate required
“Two cats at the facility, Jinx and Jack had expired rabies vaccinations. Expiration date is 3/23/23 for both.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2023
3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact and fee agreements on file for children #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 lack a review/update within the past six months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2023
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The facility file lacked documentation that a check of the fire detection system was completed within the past 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“The facility file lacked documentation that an emergency drill was completed within the past 12 months.”
3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) Age and training/Required training
“The file for staff #1 lacks 12 hours of childcare training from 12/19/21- 12/19/22”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2023
3290.24(g) Emergency plan
“The operator did not send a copy of subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023
3290.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The facility file lacked documentation that a fire drill was completed within the past 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023
3290.133(6)/3290.133(7) Written consent/Medication log
“Observed child #2 have prescription medication administered by provider. Parental written consent for administration was not on file and a medication log was not established and maintained at the facility for child #2.”
3290.73(b) Inaccessible to children
“The first aid kit was sitting on a counter in the kitchen and accessible to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
3290.69 Heat Source
“The protective guard on the far-right knob of the stove was broken and was accessible to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“The file for staff person #1 lacks the one-hour health and safety training required by 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“There was standing water accessible to children on the porch which is used as an entrance to the family child care home.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2023
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“The provider did not develop and implement policy to identify/prevent shaken baby, abusive head trauma, child maltreatment which includes but is not limited to recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2022
3290.24(c)/3290.192(4) Training regarding plan/Required training
“The file for staff #2 lacked initial emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“There was more than 60 months between State Police clearances for staff #1 - Dates are as follows: 3/28/17 and 4/4/22. The file for staff #2 lacks an FBI clearance which was completed within the past 60 months and a National Sex Offender clearance a disclosure statement at initial start date along and there was more than 60 months between the previous and most current Child Abuse clearances on file. Dates are as follows: 3/28/17 and 4/4/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3290.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person # 2 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3290.61 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“On the outside covered back deck area, there is an entrance which leads out and is very close to a very busy road. The gate to this entrance was left open multiple times throughout the course of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.31(g) Age and training
“Staff person #2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3290.(g) (1-10). CPR/FA with approved curriculum and PQUA approved instructor and Getting Started with Family Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality (Health and Safety training 10 hour course).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“The facility file lacked documentation that an emergency drill was conducted within the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2022
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The facility file lacked proof of purchase of the three 10 year lithium battery operated smoke detectors. The last manual 30 day check of the fire devices was dated more than 30 days ago - Date- 9/28/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3290.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“There was more than 60 days between fire drills. Dates are as follows: 4/30/21 and then 11/9/21 and 11/9/21 and then 4/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022
3290.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“The file for child #1, who has been transported by the facility, lacked signed parental consent for transportation.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The fee agreement on file for child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.182(4) Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“The file for children #4 and 5 lacked signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs and these needs were not indicated on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The fee agreements and emergency contact information on file for children #3, 4 and 5 were not reviewed/updated within the past 6 months. Dates are as follows: Child #3 and 4 - 7/1/20 and child #5 - 7/20/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.151(c)(2)/3290.192(2) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #2 lacks a TB test and the results of that screening within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #2 lacks an initial health assessment which was conducted 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The file for child #1, who has been enrolled longer than 60 days, lacks an initial health assessment. See IS Code Sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2022
3290.124(b)(6)/3290.124(b)(7) Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacked health insurance coverage and policy number and the name address and phone number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacked the parents work phone and work address.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.124(a)/3290.124(b)(2) Each child emergency contact person/Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacked information on who shall be contacted in an emergency and the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.123(b)/3290.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The fee agreements on file for children #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 were the originals. Therefore, the original was not given to the parent and a copy was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2022
3290.123(a)(5)/3290.123(a)(6) Designated release persons/Admission date
“The fee agreement on file for children #1, 4 and 5 lack the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released and the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.123(a)(2)/3290.123(a)(4) Date fee to be paid/Arrival/departure times
“The fee agreement on file for child #3 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid. The fee agreement on file for child #1 lacked the arrival time. The fee agreement on file for children #4 and 5 lack the arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2022
3290.123(a) Signed
“The fee agreements on file for child #1, 4 and 5 were not signed by the operator and the signature of the parent was not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.117(c) Vet's certificate required
“Observed that the cat, Dabbers, had a rabies immunization which expired 5/26/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3290.74(a) Requirements
“On the outside covered back porch, observed a six foot and a four foot ladder which were setting against the side of the wall and could be pulled over on the children. On the floor of the desk area which leads directly to the main child care space, observed a fan with a protective cover. However, the cord to the fan was long and was sprawled out on the floor and was a tripping hazard to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3290.69 Heat Source
“The kitchen stove lacked 2 of 5 protective knob guards as 2 of them were broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“In the bathroom, used by the children in care, observed a bucket full of toxic cleaners was sitting on the floor beside the sink and accessible to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On the day of inspection, there was a 5 year old child in care. Observed 1 uncovered electrical outlet on the front porch, 2 uncovered outlets in the kitchen, 2 uncovered outlets in main play area behind the child's chair near the tv, 2 uncovered outlets in the room to the right of the main child care space on the right wall when you walk in and 6 uncovered outlets on the covered back porch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2022
3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2022
3290.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the unannounced correction visit on 10/06/21 which began about 3:50 p.m., child #1 was observed moving from the playroom through the kitchen onto the back porch area, where the operator could not see, hear, direct, and assess child #1. Child #1 continued to move between room, creating an on-going gap in supervision. The operator frequently called child #1 to come back into the room when the operator realized the child was not able to be supervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 19, 2021
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FAQ
Yes. Elizabeth A Pape Family Child Care Home is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 13, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 65 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 55 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Its hours are not listed. Call (814) 938-4076 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 938-4076 to ask.
(814) 938-4076.
Anita, PA 15711. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.