CANELA FAMILY DAYCARE

ALLENTOWN, PAFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$963/mo

Contact information

Address522 1/2 W WASHINGTON ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102

CityALLENTOWN, PA 18102

CountyLehigh

Phone(484) 773-9579

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateMarch 27, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/1/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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522 1/2 W WASHINGTON ST, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18102, ALLENTOWN, PA 18102

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/1/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High8
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk12/1/2025

    Age and training (3290.31(f))

    Staff 1 and 2 did not have the 12 hours of annual training. Staff 1 had 10.5 hours of training. Staff 2 did not have any annual childcare trainings. Please see LIS for dates of hire. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: Will obtain additional childcare hours. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/8/2025
  2. Medium-High risk12/1/2025

    System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility (3290.95(a)/3290.95(b))

    During the renewal inspection on 12/1/2025, it was determined that the first floor smoke detector was not interconnected with the smoke detectors in the basement, 2nd floor and 3rd floor. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. Correction: Interconnected the alarms with certification representative present. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/1/2025
  3. High risk12/1/2025

    Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3290.182(3)/3290.182(5))

    Child 5 did not have parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid on file. Please see LIS for date of admission. Requirement: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Will obtain permission for minor first aid and emergency medical care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/5/2025
  4. Medium risk12/1/2025

    Within 60 days (3290.131(a))

    Child 5 did not have a health assessment on file. Please see LIS for date of admission. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Correction: Will obtain health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/1/2026
  5. Medium-High risk12/1/2025

    Updated every 6 months (3290.124(e))

    Children 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 had outdated emergency contact forms and fee agreements. Please see LIS for dates of admission. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Will update forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/5/2025
  6. Medium-High risk12/1/2025

    Physician name, address, phone (3290.124(b)(2))

    Child 5 did not have physician information or source of medical care documented on the emergency contact form. Please see LIS for date of admission. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: Will obtain physician information. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/5/2025
  7. Medium-High risk12/1/2025

    Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))

    Children 1,2,3,4 and 5 had outdated child service reports. Child 1's child service report was last updated 4/22/2025. Child 2's child service report was last updated 9/21/2024. Child 3's child service report was last updated 1/29/2024. Child 4's child service report was last updated 2/27/2024. Child 5's child service report was last updated 10/22/2024. Please see LIS for dates of admission and dates of birth. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e). Correction: Will obtain updated child service reports. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/5/2025

2024

  1. Medium-Low risk12/2/2024

    Clean, age appropriate (3290.105(a))

    A pack and play was observed to be used by a child and it was not labeled with the child's name on it. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program. Correction: Labeled pack and play. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/2/2024
  2. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    Emergency plan (3290.24(b))

    The emergency plan was not updated since 8/29/2023, making it more than a year since the last update. Requirement: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. Correction: The emergency plan was updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/2/2024
  3. Medium risk12/2/2024

    Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene (3290.134(a)/3290.152)

    Staff 2 did not wash hands of herself or the child after diapering. Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. Correction: Staff 1 washed hands and baby's hands after diapering. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/2/2024
  4. Medium risk12/2/2024

    Updated infant health report: every 6 months/Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months (3290.131(b)(1)/3290.131(b)(2))

    Children 4 and 5 had outdate health assessments. Child 4's health assessment was 3/13/2024. Child 4 is a young toddler. Child 5's health assessment was last updated 8/1/2022. Child 5 is a preschooler. Please see LIS for dates of admission and birth. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Correction: I will obtain updated health assessments. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/6/2024
  5. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3290.124(e)/3290.181(c))

    Children 2 and 4 did not have the emergency forms and fee agreements updated within 6 months. Child 2's emergency form and fee agreement were updated in April of 2024 and child 4's were updated 2/27/2024. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: I will update forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/6/2024
  6. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))

    Children 1, 2, 3 and 4 did not have a an updated child service report on file. Please see LIS for dates of admission and birth. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e). Correction: I will complete the child service reports. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/6/2024
  7. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3290.32(a)/3290.192(3))

    Household member 1 did not have an NSOR or child abuse clearance on file. Household member 1 recently turned 18 but was past 45 days since the day he turned 18. Please see LIS for date of birth. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).. Household member# 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until the NSOR and child abuse clearance is obtained. Correction: Household member 1 will not be in a childcare role. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/2/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$963/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: ALLENTOWN, Lehigh County
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 0

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