MECHY VARGAS DAYCARE LLC
HAZLETON, PA·Group Child Care HomeLicensed
Contact information
Address83 N JAMES ST, HAZLETON, PA, 18201
CountyLuzerne
Phone(570) 233-4960
Operating details
Capacity9
SubsidiesY
License dateFebruary 6, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/14/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium4
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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83 N JAMES ST, HAZLETON, PA, 18201, HAZLETON, PA 18201
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/14/2025
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- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-Low risk11/14/2025
Clean, age appropriate (3280.105(a))
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/14/2025 observed the pack n play was not labeled for the use of a specific child. Corrected on-site 11/14/2025. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction: The child's name was placed on the pack n play. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/14/2025 - Medium-High risk11/14/2025
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3280.124(f)/3280.181(c))
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/14/2025 observed child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5's emergency contact information and financial agreements were not reviewed/updated within the 6-month time frame. 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 have the children's parents review and update the children's forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/27/2025 - Medium risk11/14/2025
Updated health reports/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3280.131(b)/3280.131(b)(2))
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/14/2025 observed child #1's last health assessment on file is expired as it is dated 10/29/2024. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report in accordance with the following schedules specified in §3280.131(b)(1-2) 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: The child has a doctor's appointment scheduled for the physical. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/5/2025 - Medium-High risk2/5/2025
Insurance coverage information (3280.124(b)(6))
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/5/2025 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: I will get the missing information from the child's parent when they arrive for pick up. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 2/7/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,204/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: HAZLETON, Luzerne County
- Capacity: 9
- Type: Group Child Care Home
- Years in operation: 1
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