Eleanor Porpora Family Day Care Home
PALMETTO, FL·Family Day Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
CountyMANATEE
Phone9417219710
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity10
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/16/2026
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2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 293/16/2026
29. Medication FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24 (29-10)
Medication which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed non-prescription diaper cream, and which had expired or was no longer being administered was not returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled. A&D Diaper Cream Expired 8/2025. This standard has been brought back into compliance in that the operator discarded the non-prescription diaper cream. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, I: Medication: The family day care home or large family childcare home is not required to give medication; however, if they choose to do so, the following shall apply: I. Medication which has expired or is no longer being administered shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded if the child is no longer enrolled in care at the home. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-16. View official inspection document (report a6452bcf-e468-4c74-b1f1-7f75cf98eb18)
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium riskStandard 234/7/2025
23. Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 (23-01)
The surface of the diaper changing area was not impermeable. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed the diaper changing mat was ripped and exposing the foam The director was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.18 Diapering Area Cleanliness/Sanitization. When children in diapers are in care, there shall be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-07. View official inspection document (report 6557633c-1c6c-485c-b421-94a96877a170)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 314/7/2025
31. Immunization Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 (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 Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 childrens records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing specialist observed one child who had a missing immunization form. The director was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A Health/Immunization Records A. "The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations should provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-07. View official inspection document (report 6557633c-1c6c-485c-b421-94a96877a170)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 314/7/2025
31. Immunization Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 (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 Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 childrens records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing specialist observed one child who had an expired immunization form. The owner was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCHHandbook, Section 8.1 Health/Immunization Records A. "The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations should provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. B. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the above required documentation within 30 days of enrollment, the home shall not allow the child to remain in the program. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-07. View official inspection document (report 6557633c-1c6c-485c-b421-94a96877a170)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 324/7/2025
32. Health Records FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2 (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 Comments: During the time of the inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 childrens records. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing specialist observed one child who had a missing health form. The director was given until May 7, 2025, to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, Licensing Counselor provided technical assistance, FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A Student Health Records A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. Compliance Comments During the time of the inspection, the Owner advised the Licensing Specialist that there are currently 6 children enrolled. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 6 of the 6 childrens records. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-07. View official inspection document (report 6557633c-1c6c-485c-b421-94a96877a170)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,147/month
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About this daycare
- Location: PALMETTO, MANATEE County
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Day Care Home
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