Laketha Welcome Family Day Care Home
OCALA, FL·Family Day Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
CityOCALA, FL 34470
CountyMARION
Phone3526229417
Operating details
HoursMon 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Wed 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Thu 12:00AM to 11:59PM; Fri 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity10
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High12
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/10/2026
- High2
- Medium-High10
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 034/10/2026
03. (03-10)
The log for children transported did not include the following required information: [ signature of second sweep if applicable]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Licensed Family [SR] Comments: No second signature from 12/9/2025 - 4/10/2026 on transportation log. Insurance expires 10/7/2026, vehicle inspection was completed on 4/30/2025 STAFFING REQUIREMENTS 04. Operator/Advertising 402.318 F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.1 & 3.1 402.318 F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 05. Substitute FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 06. Background Screening Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 07. Staff Training FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 08. Supervision FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Not Applicable Comments No pets 09. Animal Vaccinations FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-10. View official inspection document (report 4040c8e4-e9c1-4ab9-9c4c-5aff565763da)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 104/10/2026
10. (10-05)
Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia were accessible to children in care.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Counselor observed alcohol were accessible to children as the cabinet in the dining room is not locked. C. Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia must be kept inaccessible to children at all times. 11. Smoking on Premise FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 12. Firearms and Weapons FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 13. Indoor Play Areas FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-10. View official inspection document (report 4040c8e4-e9c1-4ab9-9c4c-5aff565763da)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 134/10/2026
13. (13-01)
Indoor play areas in the home were not clean and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Counselor observed that the indoor area of the home was observe while children were walking through. Counselor advised the Provider that the kitchen, dining and office area need cleaning and organized in that children were observed in those areas (outside tools). 14. Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-10. View official inspection document (report 4040c8e4-e9c1-4ab9-9c4c-5aff565763da)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 144/10/2026
14. (14-14)
The play equipment was not safe and sanitary for the children to use in that [standing water]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.6, M (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Counselor observed water in toys on the playground. All toys with water must be emptied immediately after the rain when weather permits. 7.6 Outdoor Time, Fencing and Play Area Requirements A. Outdoor Play areas shall be clean, in good repair and free from litter, nails, glass, and other hazards. B. Tubs, buckets, and other open containers of water should be emptied immediately after use. Not Applicable Comments No pool 15. Swimming Pools FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.7 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Not Applicable Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-10. View official inspection document (report 4040c8e4-e9c1-4ab9-9c4c-5aff565763da)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 324/10/2026
32. (32-02)
The Student Health Examination was not acceptable in that: [ An applicable part of the record was not complete]. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR] Comments: Page 1 of physical is not complete for child listed on supplement. Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 13 children files. 33. Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 & 8.4 /Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 34. Access to the Premises/Misrepresentation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 35. Child Safety FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance SCHOOL READINESS Due: 4/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-10. View official inspection document (report 4040c8e4-e9c1-4ab9-9c4c-5aff565763da)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 0310/9/2025
03. (03-08)
The operator did not have evidence that a transportation log was maintained for all children transported. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.4.2 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Licensed Family [SR] Comments: Driver license 8/25/2026, physical completed on 5/1/2025, CPR / First Aid 1/14/2027 Insurance expires 10/7/2026, vehicle inspection completed on 5/30/2025 Provider has not completed the log since May 5, 2025. Counselor advised the Provider to complete the log from May 5, 2025, to 10/9/2025. Counselor advised the Provider to forward October log by November 2 and November log by December 2nd of 2025. 2.4.2 Transportation Log A log must be maintained for all children being transported in the vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the home. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include each childs name, date, time of departure, time of arrival and the signature of the driver verifying all children were accounted for during the visual sweep. A. Prior to transporting children, the transportation log must be recorded, and dated immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for and that the log is complete. B. Upon arrival at the destination, the driver of the vehicle must: 1. Mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; 2. Conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and 3. Record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted. 4. If the provider contracts/agrees with an outside entity/person to provide transportation, then the provider must perform the duties of the driver outlined above in numbers 1-3. STAFFING REQUIREMENTS 04. Operator/Advertising 402.318 F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.1 & 3.1 402.318 F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 2.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 05. Substitute FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-09. View official inspection document (report 35105302-4725-49d3-92cf-4574d801a19c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 1810/9/2025
18. (18-06)
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition and not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected immediately following exposure to bodily fluids. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.10, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Day care room leading out the back door carpet need cleaning, keep toys organized to prevent tripping hazards. Technical assistance provided to keep rooms and kitchen organized. 19. Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Sections 7.11 & 7.12 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Sections 7.11 & 7.12 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 20. Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 and 7.14 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, 7.13 and 7.14 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 21. Hygiene and Sanitation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15 & 7.16 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.15 & 7.16 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 22. Individually Labeled Towels and Wash Cloths FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.17 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.17 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 23. Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 24. First Aid Kit FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.19 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 25. Emergency Information FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 26. Emergency Procedures and Notification FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.20 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Last Fire Drill conducted on 10/7/2025, 2 staff, 3 children, 1 minute to clear home. Fire Drill using alternate route was conducted on 8/27/2025. Fire Drill during naptime was conducted on 7/16/2025 at 1:20PM. Emergency Drill with Counselor present was conducted on today 10/9/2025. Emergency drill for lockdown is required during this licensure year. Emergency drill for storm/tornado was conducted on today 10/9/2025, 45 seconds, 2 staff, 1 household member, 5 children. 27. Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21 & 7.22 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21 & 7.22 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 28. Communicable Disease Control FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-09. View official inspection document (report 35105302-4725-49d3-92cf-4574d801a19c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3110/9/2025
31. (31-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR] Comments: 2 children listed on supplement missing immunization. Due: 10/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-09. View official inspection document (report 35105302-4725-49d3-92cf-4574d801a19c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3110/9/2025
31. (31-02)
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR] Comments: 3 children listed on supplement immunizations expired. 32. Health Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Noncompliance Due: 10/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-09. View official inspection document (report 35105302-4725-49d3-92cf-4574d801a19c)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3210/9/2025
32. (32-01)
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR] Comments: 1 child listed on supplement missing physical Compliance Comments Counselor reviewed all 16 children files. 33. Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 & 8.4 /Daily Attendance FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 34. Access to the Premises/Misrepresentation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 10/30/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-09. View official inspection document (report 35105302-4725-49d3-92cf-4574d801a19c)
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 3310/8/2024
33. (33-02)
The enrollment form used by the operator was incomplete and/or did not include all required information as required on CF-FSP Form 5219. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, A, C and F (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR] Comments: The Enrollment forms for the two (2) children listed on the supplemental did not include the date of enrollment. The Enrollment form for the one (1) child listed on the enrollment form did not have the date nor include the signature and date of the parent/guardian. Technical assistance is provided to ensure that the date of enrollment for each child in care be included on the Enrollment Form and the signature and date of the parent/guardian. ENFORCEMENT 34. Access to the Premises/Misrepresentation FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 35. Child Safety FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2 FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 9.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance SCHOOL READINESS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-08. View official inspection document (report 4e879d57-eeac-4a3b-a0df-2a10984349e8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 3610/8/2024
36. Planned Activities (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (36-06)
The home used electronic media time with children younger than 2 years of age. (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) School Readiness [SR] Comments: During this inspection, Counselor observed one (1) Infant and Three (3) one year old children viewing media. Corrected at the time of inspection by Operator turning off the Tv's. Technical assistance provided to ensure that the use of electronic media for children under two years of age is not used. Electronic media may only be used for educational purposes or physical activity for children 2 years of age and older for no more than 1 to 2 hours per day Owner/Director/Staff Responsible Comments Provider stated Weekend Care is not provided. Counselor Comments Inspection could not be created on site due to technical difficulties. Report reviewed with Operator and advised report would be emailed for signature and comments. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Barbara Brinkley Date: 10/08/2024 ____________________________________________ Received by: Laketha Welcome Date: 10/08/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-08. View official inspection document (report 4e879d57-eeac-4a3b-a0df-2a10984349e8)
Not corrected
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,082/month
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About this daycare
- Location: OCALA, MARION County
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Day Care Home
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