Rosemarie A Bridges Large Family Child Care Home
PAHOKEE, FL·Large Family Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5619249367
Operating details
HoursMon 6:00PM to 11:00PM; 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Tue 6:00PM to 11:00PM; 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Fri 6:00PM to 11:00PM; Sat 10:00AM to 3:00PM; Sun 11:00AM to 3:00PM
Capacity12
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High15
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/11/2026
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- Medium-High11
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 236/11/2026
23. (23-02)
The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected with an appropriate solution after each use. (Section 11.3, number 2) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, the diaper changing table was not clean or sanitized by evidence of a build up of what appears to be dirt/dust debris. The Operator cleaned and sanitized the diaper changing table at the time of the inspection. T.A -The diaper changing table must be cleaned and sanitized after each use. Compliance Comments Observed the first aid kit fully stocked at the time of the inspection. 24. First Aid Kit rule 65C-20.010(3)(a), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(3)(a), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12 Health Related Requirements, Pages 25-26) Compliance 25. Emergency Telephone Information rule 65C-20.010(3)(b)1, F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(3)(b)1, F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 14 Emergency Procedures and Notification, Page 28) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-11. View official inspection document (report ce13b49f-aa26-4d28-9e3c-950bdbcedf17)
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 166/11/2026
16. (16-03)
All parts of the home and premises including equipment, furnishings and plumbing, were not kept in an orderly condition (Section 10) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed an area of the living room, adjacent to the childrens table that contained a build up items. Stacked boxes, a planter, tv on the floor, stools and other items were accessible to the children. T.A. Orderly condition of the FCCH must be maintained at all times. Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-11. View official inspection document (report ce13b49f-aa26-4d28-9e3c-950bdbcedf17)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 036/11/2026
03. (03-08)
The Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed prior to expiration. Comments: At the time of the inspection, page 3 of the Affidavit of Good Moral Characters were missing signatures and page 4 were not available for review for the Operator ( R.B) Substitutes ( M.B and L.M), and all household members. T.A. All Affidavits of Good Moral Characters must be completed in its entirety and available for review at all times. Per the request of the Operator, page 4 of the Affidavit of Good Moral Characters that were submitted to the Department will be e-mail to her to maintain on file. Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, observed all staff trainings completed, including the annual in-service and fire extinguisher trainings. 04. Staff Training rule 65C-20.009(1)(a), 65C-20.009(3)(d) and (e) and (4), 65C-20.013(5) and (6), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.009(1)(a), 65C-20.009(3)(d) and (e) an (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 12.4 First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, Page 25-26 and Section 17 Training Requirements, Pages 32-35) Compliance 05. Indoors and Outdoors Supervision rule 65C-20.009(2)(c) and (5) and rule 65C-20.013(7), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.009(2)(c) and (5) and rule 65C-20.013( (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 4 Supervision, Page 13) Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection, observed 1 dog on site. Rabies and vaccination dates: 11/25/2026. Signed pet notification policies observed for all children enrolled. 06. Animal Immunizations rule 65C-20.010(1)(a), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(a), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Compliance Due: 6/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-11. View official inspection document (report ce13b49f-aa26-4d28-9e3c-950bdbcedf17)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 316/4/2025
31. (31-02)
An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was missing for the child(ren). (Section 18.2, number 2) Health Records [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed expired immunizations for: M.J - expired 3-15-2025 C.H - expired 4-16-2025 T.A. Please be advised that current immunizations must be kept on file at all times for all children. 32. Student Health and Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(b)(c), F.A.C. and s. 402.3131, F.S. rule 65C-20.011(1)(b)(c), F.A.C. and s. 402.3131, (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Compliance 33. Enrollment Information (65C-20.011(1)(b)(c) and s. 402.3131, F.A.C.) (65C-20.011(1)(b)(c) and s. 402.3131, F.A.C.) (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 18.2 Record Keeping/Childrens Files, Pages 36-38) Compliance ENFORCEMENT 34. Access to the Premises/Misrepresentation ss. 409.319, F.S. and rule 65C-20.012(4), F.A.C. ss. 409.319, F.S. and rule 65C-20.012(4), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 19 Access and Section 20 Child Safety, Page 40) Compliance Compliance Comments License capacity - 12 35. Licensed Capacity ss. 402.302(8), F.S. ss. 402.302(8), F.S. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 3 Ratios/Group Size, Page 12) Compliance LARGE FAMILY Compliance Comments License posted - expires 6/30/2025, Approved for nighttime care. Currently there are no children enrolled. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-04. View official inspection document (report 0de73612-72ee-4c06-91e4-e85de74d708a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 196/4/2025
19. (19-08)
A toilet and/or wash basin used by children was not easily accessible, safely constructed and/or an impervious platform was not in place. (Section 9.6, number 1) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed a gap between the children's handwashing sink and the tiled counter top. The sink moved back and forth went pushed upon. T.A - Please be advised that the handwashing sink must be safely installed and in good repair at all times. 20. Soiled Items rule 65C-20.010(2)(b), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(2)(b), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24) Compliance Compliance Comments Potty seat observed at the time of the inspection. 21. Potty Chairs Cleaned and Sanitized rule 65C-20.010(2)(c), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(2)(c), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 11 Health and Sanitation, Page 23-24) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-04. View official inspection document (report 0de73612-72ee-4c06-91e4-e85de74d708a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 136/4/2025
13. (13-03)
The bedding available was not safe and poses a threat to the health, safety or well-being of a child in care. (Section 11.4, number 1) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed 8 mats available to the children for napping. All mats were ripped exposing the sponge area to the children. T.A. All mats used for napping must be free of rips, and kept in a safe manner for napping. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-04. View official inspection document (report 0de73612-72ee-4c06-91e4-e85de74d708a)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 066/4/2025
06. (06-03)
The operator did not have documentation that custodial parents or guardian are given written notification of animals on the premises. (Section 9, number 10) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, signed pet notification were not available for R. W. M. J. and C.H. T.A. Upon enrollment a written notification of animals on premises must be provided to parents. 07. Toxic, Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Items rule 65C-20.010(1)(b), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(b), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages Compliance Not Applicable Comments Per Operator, there is no smoking on premises. 08. Smoking on Premise rule 65C-20.010(1)(c), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(c), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Applicable Not Applicable Comments Per Operator, there are no firearms or weapons. 09. Firearms and Weapons rule 65C-20.010(1)(d), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(d), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Applicable Compliance Comments Observed the play area clean at the time of the inspection. 10. Play Areas Clean and Free of Litter rule 65C-20.010(1)(e), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(e), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Compliance 11. Outdoor Time and Play Area Requirements rule 65C-20.010(1)(f)-(h) and rule 65C-20.013(11)(c), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(f)-(h) and rule 65C-20.013(11)( (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21 and Section 10 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 21-22) Compliance Not Applicable Comments At the time of the inspection, no swimming pools were observed on site. 12. Swimming Pools rule 65C-20.010(1)(i)(j), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(i)(j), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Not Applicable 13. Appropriate, Safe and Sanitary Bedding rule 65C-20.010(1)(k)-(o), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(k)-(o), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9.4 Nap and Sleep Space(s)/Safe Sleep Practices, Pages 19-20 and Section 11.4 Bedding and Linens, Pages Noncompliance Due: 6/16/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-04. View official inspection document (report 0de73612-72ee-4c06-91e4-e85de74d708a)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 046/4/2025
04. (04-27)
The operator, employee, or designated substitute did not have pre-service training requirements completed within 90 days of employment or prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children. (Section 17.1) Staffing Requirements [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed the School Readiness trainings not completed for the Operator ( R.B), Employee and Substitutes - T.J, M.B, L.M. T.A. All trainings are required to be completed by the requested time. 05. Indoors and Outdoors Supervision rule 65C-20.009(2)(c) and (5) and rule 65C-20.013(7), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.009(2)(c) and (5) and rule 65C-20.013( (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 4 Supervision, Page 13) Compliance HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 06. Animal Immunizations rule 65C-20.010(1)(a), F.A.C. rule 65C-20.010(1)(a), F.A.C. (Form OEL-SR-6206, Section 9 Physical Environment, Pages 17-21) Noncompliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-04. View official inspection document (report 0de73612-72ee-4c06-91e4-e85de74d708a)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 332/25/2025
33. (33-04)
: The provider , provided three current influenza brochures for the three children. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report a3855cc0-b26e-4b87-b9b7-56dc840b2264)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 472/25/2025
47. (47-05)
: The outdoor play area was cleaned the spider webs have been removed and the two small chairs have been removed. Also, The sand have been replaced in the sandboxes. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report a3855cc0-b26e-4b87-b9b7-56dc840b2264)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 172/25/2025
17. (17-02)
The large family child care home did not have an operable corded telephone or the only phone available was portable or cellular. Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The provider corded landline phone is not set up, during the time inspection the wireless was in working service. 18. Nutritious Meals and Snacks Provided rule 65C-20.010(1)(t), F.A.C. Not Monitored 19. Handwashing rule 65C-20.010(2)(a) and (d)-(f), F.A.C. Not Monitored 20. Soiled Items rule 65C-20.010(2)(b), F.A.C. Not Monitored 21. Potty Chairs Cleaned and Sanitized rule 65C-20.010(2)(c), F.A.C. Not Monitored 22. Individual Towels and Wash Cloths rule 65C-20.010(2)(f), F.A.C. Not Monitored 23. Diapering Area Clean and Sanitized rule 65C-20.010(2)(g), F.A.C. Not Monitored 24. First Aid Kit rule 65C-20.010(3)(a), F.A.C. Not Monitored 25. Emergency Telephone Information rule 65C-20.010(3)(b)1, F.A.C. Not Monitored 26. Accidents, Incidents, Health Related Symptoms Documented and Shared With Parents rule 65C-20.010(3)(b) 2 and 3, F.A.C. Not Monitored 27. Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness rule 65C-20.010(3)(b)4 through 7 and rule 65C-20.010, F.A.C. Not Monitored 28. Communicable Disease Control rule 65C-20.010(4), F.A.C. Not Monitored 29. Prescription and Non-Prescription Medication rule 65C-20.010(5)(a)(c)(g)(h), F.A.C. Not Monitored 30. Documentation of Dispensed Medication rule 65C-20.010(5)(a)(b)(d)-(f), F.A.C. Not Monitored HEALTH RECORDS 31. Immunization Records rule 65C-20.011(1)(a) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report a3855cc0-b26e-4b87-b9b7-56dc840b2264)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 112/25/2025
11. (11-01)
Weather permitting, infants were not provided opportunities for outdoor time. Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The provider stated she has not taking the children. The children have not been outside in two week. According to the Provider daily schedule, states that outside play during 9:00am- 9:30 and Also at 3:30- 4:00. 12. Swimming Pools rule 65C-20.010(1)(i)(j), F.A.C. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report a3855cc0-b26e-4b87-b9b7-56dc840b2264)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 472/10/2025
47. Toys, Equipment and Furnishings rule 65C-20.013(11)(b)5 and 6, F.A.C. (47-05)
Toys, equipment and/or furnishings were not maintained in a sanitary condition. Large Family [SR] Comments: Observed the outdoor play area, the push toy cars were not in sanitary condition as evidence of dirt and spider webs. Also observed the toy house inside of the house were two small orange chair that has flaking paint and spider webs and tricycle that has rust inside of the house. Observed the sandboxes located on the play area, the sandbox is covered .However, the sand inside is not maintain. Observe a green like substance on top of the sand. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-10. View official inspection document (report 58acfd66-cc46-41bc-b458-112ebaaa55b8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 332/10/2025
33. Enrollment Information (65C-20.011(1)(b)(c) and s. 402.3131, F.A.C.) (33-04)
There was incomplete information on the Child Care Application for Enrollment, CF-FSP 5219, or its equivalent form, for the child (ren). Health Records [SR] Comments: observed the children files 3 children needs an to up to date influenza brochure (JF) (MS) and (CW). ENFORCEMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-10. View official inspection document (report 58acfd66-cc46-41bc-b458-112ebaaa55b8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 172/10/2025
17. (17-02)
The large family child care home did not have an operable corded telephone or the only phone available was portable or cellular. Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The provider landline is working however, the provider has wireless phone instead of corded landline. Compliance Comments The parents provides the meals/ snacks. Fridge Temp: 40f Freezer : 20f Milk Expires : 2/20/25 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-10. View official inspection document (report 58acfd66-cc46-41bc-b458-112ebaaa55b8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 112/10/2025
11. (11-01)
Weather permitting, infants were not provided opportunities for outdoor time. Health Requirements [SR] Comments: The provider stated the children have not been outside since the hurricane from last year. Provider stated her insurance inspector will be coming out monitor the play area due to her back yard being flooded. During the time of inspection there is no flood and weather temperature at 82f. Not Applicable Comments No swimming pools on site. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-10. View official inspection document (report 58acfd66-cc46-41bc-b458-112ebaaa55b8)
Not corrected
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$1,188/month
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About this daycare
- Location: PAHOKEE, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 12
- Type: Large Family Child Care Home
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