Love and Laugh Fun Care Center
SARASOTA, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2811 17th St, Sarasota FL, 34234
CountySARASOTA
Phone9419521626
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Capacity65
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High10
- Medium8
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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2811 17th St, Sarasota FL, 34234, SARASOTA, FL 34234
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/29/2026
- High4
- Medium-High5
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 505/29/2026
50. Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. (50-10)
Temperature control equipment was not in working order to maintain appropriate holding temperatures of either cold or hot food. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The refrigerator door did not close properly, and no thermometer was observed inside of the refrigerator at the time of the inspection. From the handbook: Refrigerators/freezers: 1. An accurate thermometer designed to measure cold storage temperature must be placed inside each refrigeration and freezer unit. Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. The thermometer must be located in the center of the unit and be readily accessible. Thermometer temperature readings higher than specified above require further temperature testing of food samples stored in the unit using a probe type thermometer; and adjustments to the unit setting to reach and maintain the required readings must be made. Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c977a87e-194f-4d17-b4d2-86442a1f2243)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 505/29/2026
50. Meals and Snacks rule 65C-22.005(1), F.A.C. (50-04)
Food served at the facility was not free from spoilage and contamination, and was not safe for eating as evidenced by[Rotten vegetables spilage]. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: The fully stocked refrigerator door could not close. Rotten vegetables were observed, and spoiled liquid was noted at the bottom. Refrigerator door does not close at all leaving a gap. Food in the refrigerator is not at temperature. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c977a87e-194f-4d17-b4d2-86442a1f2243)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 355/29/2026
35. Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a) (35-16)
Automatic sanitizing dish machines or Sanitizing solution in the warewashing sinks (3 or 2 compartment plus portable compartment) was not the appropriate concentration. Comments: The facility kitchen does not have a sanitizer solution to properly clean the dishes and surfaces Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c977a87e-194f-4d17-b4d2-86442a1f2243)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 345/29/2026
34. Food Preparation Area 65C-22.002(8), F.A.C. (34-05)
Staff working with food did not use gloves or utensils while working with food to limit the direct contact with food Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The staff member working in the kitchen was not using gloves, and there were no gloves available. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c977a87e-194f-4d17-b4d2-86442a1f2243)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 035/29/2026
03. Minimum Age Requirements ss. 402.305(2), F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(3), F.A.C. 62-132(d)(2) (03-02)
In the operator's absence, no one was designated to be in charge. Comments: At the time of the inspection, the director was not on the premises, and no individual had been designated to be in charge. Due: 6/4/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-29. View official inspection document (report c977a87e-194f-4d17-b4d2-86442a1f2243)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 592/24/2026
59. (59-01)
The facility did not have a complete record on file for the child care personnel. (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Two new employee files were incomplete. 60. Background Screening Documents ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49) Compliance 61. Daily Attendance rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. 62-136(d)(2) rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Compliance 62. Emergency Plan/Posted rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14.2 Fire Safety, Pages 33-34) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 63. Access/Child Abuse or Neglect/Misrepresentation ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(11), F.A.C. ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(1 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 20 Access and Section 21 Child Safety, Page 50) Compliance Due: 3/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-24. View official inspection document (report 5b75cef8-b90b-4a93-b3f1-990d7070b0e2)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 572/24/2026
57. (57-05)
A current DH Form 680, Florida Certification of Immunization, was missing for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: No immunization report in one child file 58. Enrollment Information on File/Current ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(3), F.A.C. ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.0 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47) Compliance 59. Personnel Records ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule 65C22.006(4) - (5), F.A.C. ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Noncompliance Due: 3/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-24. View official inspection document (report 5b75cef8-b90b-4a93-b3f1-990d7070b0e2)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 572/24/2026
57. (57-03)
The Student Health Examination/DH Form 3040 was no longer current (over two years since last examination) for the child(ren). (Section 19.2, number 1) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: No health examination/physical in one child file. Due: 3/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-24. View official inspection document (report 5b75cef8-b90b-4a93-b3f1-990d7070b0e2)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 1412/15/2025
14. (14-04)
An area of the facility was observed to be a serious health hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Handwashing sink in two classrooms not draining. Provider stated already called the plumber for correction. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-15. View official inspection document (report 2f812835-a87b-456f-9243-6995e55d4147)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1412/15/2025
14. (14-07)
A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Air conditioner vent needs attention looks dirty. Use a broom to dust the vents or paint. 15. Toxic Substances and Hazardous Materials rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance 16. Supplies Labeled/Stored rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance 17. Lighting rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 23-24) Compliance 18. Temperature and Ventilation rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(8) rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(8) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 23-24) Compliance 19. Indoor Floor Space ss. 402.305(6) F.S., rule 65C-22.002(3), 65C-22.007(3)(a), 65C-22.008(3), F.A.C, 62-133(b)(1)(2) ss. 402.305(6) F.S., rule 65C-22.002(3), 65C-22.00 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1.1 Indoor Floor Space, Pages 11-12) Compliance 20. Outdoor Area/Square Footage ss. 402.305(6), F.S. & rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, ss. 402.305(6), F.S. & rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 Capacity, Compliance 21. Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages Compliance 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26) Compliance Due: 12/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-15. View official inspection document (report 2f812835-a87b-456f-9243-6995e55d4147)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 5912/15/2025
59. (59-07)
The personnel record did not include training transcript information for staff. (Section 18.4) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Employee files had no transcripts 60. Background Screening Documents ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49) Compliance 61. Daily Attendance rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. 62-136(d)(2) rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Compliance 62. Emergency Plan/Posted rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14.2 Fire Safety, Pages 33-34) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 63. Access/Child Abuse or Neglect/Misrepresentation ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(11), F.A.C. ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(1 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 20 Access and Section 21 Child Safety, Page 50) Compliance Due: 12/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-15. View official inspection document (report 2f812835-a87b-456f-9243-6995e55d4147)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 374/3/2025
37. Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (37-01)
Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Changing table was holding art work from the children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-03. View official inspection document (report 01f9284b-dad8-4167-95ca-9a902b6d15cf)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 354/3/2025
35. Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a) (35-06)
A staff member did not wash his/her hands appropriately prior to food preparation. Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Cook pushed trash on the trash can and went right away to continue cooking without washing her hands. Director was informed and spoke to cook to correct this. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-03. View official inspection document (report 01f9284b-dad8-4167-95ca-9a902b6d15cf)
Not corrected
2024
- High riskStandard 5712/5/2024
57. (57-07)
The immunization record was incomplete for the child(ren). The record did not document signature of a physician, dates immunizations were administered, or the expiration date. (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One child immunization was expired 58. Enrollment Information on File/Current ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(3), F.A.C. ss. 402.3125(5), 402.305(12), F.S. & rule 65C-22.0 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.2 record Keeping/Childrens Files, Page 47) Compliance Not Monitored Comments employee records were inspected on a previous visit and founded up to date. 59. Personnel Records ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule 65C22.006(4) - (5), F.A.C. ss. 402.3055(1), F.S., rule 65C-22.003(4), & rule (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Not Monitored 60. Background Screening Documents ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. ss. 402.3054, F.S. & rule 65C-22.006(4), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49) Not Monitored 61. Daily Attendance rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. 62-136(d)(2) rule 65C-22.001(10) & rule 65C-22.006(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.3 Record Keeping/Attendance, Page 48) Compliance 62. Emergency Plan/Posted rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(7), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14.2 Fire Safety, Pages 33-34) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 63. Access/Child Abuse or Neglect/Misrepresentation ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(11), F.A.C. ss. 402.311, 402.319, F.S. & rule 65C-22.001(9),(1 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 20 Access and Section 21 Child Safety, Page 50) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 2ace5933-b7de-4637-bad5-87edb61fa14f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 3412/5/2024
34. (34-15)
Food was stored in an inappropriate area. (Section 17.2) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Cooked food was left unattended on the stove. Recommended to transfer the food to a container, let it rest to get room temperature and label. 35. Health and Sanitation rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135(a) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(12), 62-135 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 36. Drinking Water Available rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 37. Sanitary Diapering rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Compliance 38. Diaper Disposal rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) Compliance 39. Indoor Equipment rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) rule 65C-22.002(11), F.A.C. 62-133(f) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11, Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 2ace5933-b7de-4637-bad5-87edb61fa14f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1412/5/2024
14. (14-05)
An area of the facility was observed to be a serious safety hazard to children in care. (Section 10, numbers 1 11) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: entry and side gates were open at the time of arrival to the facility. owner/director office door was unlocked, inspector opened the door and found cleaning supplies on the floor at children each. It was strongly suggested to keep the door at all times locked and use a child safety lock on the doorknob. 15. Toxic Substances and Hazardous Materials rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance 16. Supplies Labeled/Stored rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(1), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance 17. Lighting rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 23-24) Compliance 18. Temperature and Ventilation rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(8) rule 65C-22.002(2), F.A.C. 62-133(a)(8) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 23-24) Compliance 19. Indoor Floor Space ss. 402.305(6) F.S., rule 65C-22.002(3), 65C-22.007(3)(a), 65C-22.008(3), F.A.C, 62-133(b)(1)(2) ss. 402.305(6) F.S., rule 65C-22.002(3), 65C-22.00 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1.1 Indoor Floor Space, Pages 11-12) Compliance 20. Outdoor Area/Square Footage ss. 402.305(6), F.S. & rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, ss. 402.305(6), F.S. & rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 Capacity, Compliance 21. Outdoor Play Area rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(1)(4) &(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area, Pages Compliance 22. Fencing rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) rule 65C-22.002(4), F.A.C, 62-133(c)(3) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26) Compliance 23. Individual Bedding rule 65C-22.002(5), 65C-22.002(10), 65C-22.008(3), F.A.C, rule 65C-22.002(5), 65C-22.002(10), 65C-22.008(3), (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance 24. Bedding and Linens rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(e)(6) rule 65C-22.002(10), F.A.C. 62-133(e)(6) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance 25. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. rule 65C-22.002(5), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Page 24) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 2ace5933-b7de-4637-bad5-87edb61fa14f)
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$973/month
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About this daycare
- Location: SARASOTA, SARASOTA County
- Capacity: 65
- Type: Child Care Facility
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