A Community of Blessings LLC
A Community of Blessings LLC is a certified child care center in Harrisburg, PA, with capacity for 66 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 81 violations, 16 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (19 of 81). 44 citations came in the last 12 months, including 7 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #69 of 75 centers in Harrisburg and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Observed an unlocked black cabinet in the kitchen area accessible to children near the restroom and the sinks where children wash their hands which contained Clorox bleach and all-purpose cleaner labeled "Keep out of reach of children", that were accessible to children. Continued noncompliance previously cited 04/29/2026 (SIN-00287641), "Observed an unlocked black cabinet in the kitchen area next to the children's eating area which contained cleaning materials labeled "Keep out of reach of children", that were accessible to children." And on 03/11/2026 (SIN-00287641), "Observed an unlocked black cabinet in the kitchen area next to the children's eating area which contained cleaning materials labeled "Keep out of reach of children", that were accessible to children. Observed diaper creams and baby powder on the lower shelves of the changing table located in the infant/young toddler area (back left section of the main room) labeled "Keep out of reach of children", which were accessible to children."
Observed 2 first aid kits in the back of the main classroom which were accessible to children. One was on a low shelf next to the office and the other was on a table in the school-age area.
Observed the boy's and girl's bathroom stalls did not have a handwashing sign posted at each toilet.
Observed the rest cots and Pack N Plays which were not labeled for the use of specific children using the equipment. The chart identifying which child each cot belonged to has not been updated with a current list of children. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 04/29/2026 (SIN-00287641), "Observed an infant and a young toddler sleeping in cribs located in the infant classroom which were not labeled for the use of specific child using the crib. Observed the rest equipment in the toddler / preschool area in the main classroom were labeled with numbers but did not have a coordinating chart to identify which rest equipment was to be used for each child." And on 03/11/2026 (SIN-00284953), "Observed an infant and a young toddler napping in Pack N Plays which were not labeled with the child's name for whom the rest equipment was intended."
Observed a diaper changing station in the infant classroom which had a hands-free lid which was not operating in a hands-free manner and was not lined with a plastic-liner. Trash was observed inside the trash can. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 04/29/2026 (SIN-00287641), "Observed the diaper changing station in the infant classroom had the hands-free lid removed and sitting on the floor next to the trashcan which left the trashcan without a lid and unable to be used in a hands-free manner." And on 03/11/2026 (SIN-00284953), "Observed the diaper changing station in the older toddler (front left section of the main room) did not have a hands-free covered can for the disposal of soiled diapers. Observed the lidded trash can at the diaper changing station in the infant/young toddler classroom did not operate in a hands-free manner. The trash can, which has a battery-operated hands-free mechanism, did not have batteries,"
Observed a baby bottle on top of the cubbies and 2 bottles on top of the shelving at the entry with formula/milk which had not been discarded after being served. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 04/29/2026 (SIN-00287641), "Observed a baby bottle in the windowsill and a bottle inside a crib in the infant classroom with formula/milk which had not been discarded after being served." And on 03/11/2026 (SIN-00284953), "Observed a baby bottle on top of the shelf in the older toddler area (front left section of the main room) with some formula/milk which had not been discarded after being served."
The parent handbook, provided to the parent at the time of enrollment, does not include the facilities general daily schedule. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 03/11/2026 (SIN-00284953). "The parent handbook, provided to the parent at the time of enrollment, does not include the facilities general daily schedule."
Observed an infant sleeping in the infant classroom with the mattress still inside the original plastic packaging with a suffocation warning label on the bag stating to "remove before use". The mattress did not have a crib sheet, and the infant was sleeping directly on the plastic bag. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends infant's sleep in a crib, bassinet or portable play yard with a firm, flat mattress and a fitted sheet.
Observed staff person #1, an aide, working unsupervised in the infant classroom. Staff person #1 was not being supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at a minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Observed the lights in infant classroom room were turned off during naptime which did not provide sufficient lighting in the room to see all of the children napping in the room. The room does not have windows to produce natural light when the classroom lights are turned off
Observed an electrical outlet in the infant classroom and in the toddler / preschool area in the main classroom which did not have a protective receptacle cover which were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
Observed an unlocked black cabinet in the kitchen area next to the children's eating area which contained cleaning materials labeled "Keep out of reach of children", that were accessible to children. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 03/11/2026, "Observed an unlocked black cabinet in the kitchen area next to the children's eating area which contained cleaning materials labeled "Keep out of reach of children", that were accessible to children. Observed diaper creams and baby powder on the lower shelves of the changing table located in the infant/young toddler area (back left section of the main room) labeled "Keep out of reach of children", which were accessible to children."
Observed a toilet in the boys/men's bathroom in the back room (the kitchen/storage/cafeteria area) which was not flushed after use." Continued noncompliance previously cited on 03/11/2026, "Observed 2 toilets in the boys/men's bathroom in the back room (the kitchen/storage/cafeteria area) which were not flushed after use."
Observed an infant and a young toddler sleeping in cribs located in the infant classroom which were not labeled for the use of specific child using the crib. Observed the rest equipment in the toddler / preschool area in the main classroom were labeled with numbers but did not have a coordinating chart to identify which rest equipment was to be used for each child.
Observed rest equipment in the toddler / preschool area in the main classroom which did not have a least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Observed the diaper changing station in the infant classroom had the hands-free lid removed and sitting on the floor next to the trashcan which left the trashcan without a lid and unable to be used in a hands-free manner Continued noncompliance previously cited on 03/11/2026, "Observed the diaper changing station in the older toddler (front left section of the main room) did not have a hands-free covered can for the disposal of soiled diapers. Observed the lidded trash can at the diaper changing station in the infant/young toddler classroom did not operate in a hands-free manner. The trash can, which has a battery-operated hands-free mechanism, did not have batteries,"
Observed a baby bottle in the windowsill and a bottle inside a crib in the infant classroom with formula/milk which had not been discarded after being served. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 03/11/2026, "Observed a baby bottle on top of the shelf in the older toddler area (front left section of the main room) with some formula/milk which had not been discarded after being served."
Continued noncompliance previously cited on 03/11/2026, "The menu was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. The menu was posted in the back room / kitchen on the refrigerator in an area that is not frequented by parents dropping off or picking up children."
Observed a bottle containing formula/milk in the crib with a napping young toddler in the infant classroom.
Observed 3 children in the back infant room which has a capacity of 2 children.
Observed staff person #1 working alone in the infant classroom. The file for staff person #1 does not include verification of 2 years of child care experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
A written plan of daily activities was not established or posted in the infant classrooms. Continued noncompliance previously cited on 03/11/2026, "A written plan of daily activities was not established for each group. During the morning hours, it was observed that the staff were not engaged in activities with the children and the children were engaged in free play during the time of the inspection." and "A written plan of daily activities was not posted in each group space or classroom".
The file for staff person #5 did not include a copy of an updated PA State Police clearance within 60 months of the previous clearance. The PSP clearance on file was dated 02/02/2021 with no subsequent clearance on file. (Corrected at the time of the inspection. A PSP clearance dated 02/26/2026 was received for staff person #6 and placed in the file.)
Upon arrival to the facility, staff person #1 was observed outside on the sidewalk talking on their phone. Staff person #2 and #3 were over ratio caring for 1 infant, 1 young toddler, 3 older toddlers, and 8 preschool age children. Staff person #2 was responsible for 6 preschool age children and staff person #3 was responsible for 1 infant, 1 young toddler, 3 older toddlers and 2 preschool children. The maximum group size with an infant in the group is 1:4.
Upon arrival to the facility, staff person #1 was observed outside on the sidewalk talking on their phone. When the Certification Representative and the Certification Supervisor rang the doorbell, staff person #1 left their assigned group of 1 infant and 1 young toddler to answer the door and was on the opposite side of the half-wall unable to supervise their children from across the room. Staff person #1 was not physically present with the children in their group while outside or while they were on the opposite side of the half-wall of the facility near the entrance. It was stated that staff person #3 was caring for their assigned group in the older toddler area (front left section of the main room) while also caring for the infant and young toddler napping in the of the infant/young toddler area (back left section of the main room). Staff person #3 was not physically present with the napping infant & toddler.
The menu was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. The menu was posted in the back room / kitchen on the refrigerator in an area that is not frequented by parents dropping off or picking up children.
Observed an unlocked black cabinet in the kitchen area next to the children's eating area which contained cleaning materials labeled "Keep out of reach of children", that were accessible to children. Observed diaper creams and baby powder on the lower shelves of the changing table located in the infant/young toddler area (back left section of the main room) labeled "Keep out of reach of children", which were accessible to children.
Observed peeling paint on the corner rails of the changing table located in the infant/young toddler area (back left section of the main room).
Observed the portable sink in the older toddler (front left section of the main room) did not have steps or a platform for the children to easily reach the sink for handwashing.
Observed 2 toilets in the boys/men's bathroom in the back room (the kitchen/storage/cafeteria area) which were not flushed after use.
Observed the diaper changing table located in the infant/young toddler area (back left section of the main room) did not have a source of running water for handwashing.
Observed an infant and a young toddler napping in Pack N Plays which were not labeled with the child's name for whom the rest equipment was intended.
Observed the diaper changing station in the older toddler (front left section of the main room) did not have a hands-free covered can for the disposal of soiled diapers. Observed the lidded trash can at the diaper changing station in the infant/young toddler classroom did not operate in a hands-free manner. The trash can, which has a battery-operated hands-free mechanism, did not have batteries,
Observed a baby bottle on top of the shelf in the older toddler area (front left section of the main room) with some formula/milk which had not been discarded after being served.
Observed a baby bottle on top of the shelf in the older toddler area (front left section of the main room) which was not labeled.
A written plan of daily activities was not established for each group. During the morning hours, it was observed that the staff were not engaged in activities with the children and the children were engaged in free play during the time of the inspection.
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in each group space or classroom.
The parent handbook, provided to the parent at the time of enrollment, does not include the facilities general daily schedule.
The file for staff person #4 did not include verification of child care experience or education prior to service at the facility.
Information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically with instructions for contacting the central regional child care office was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility with the certificate of compliance or provided to the parents of each child enrolled.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that child 1 (who is an infant) was asleep in a bouncy seat from 11:30 until 11:45 when staff were asked by certification to move the child.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that a large, heavy box was stored upright on the wall on the right side of the room in the school age area posing a crushing hazard. CORRECTED ON SITE.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that the trash can located between the sink and the diaper changing area near the bathrooms.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance, and poison control center was not posted by the phone at the front desk.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that a first aid kit containing Benadryl cream was accessible to children in the school age area of the room.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that the changing table in the Preschool area (front right from the front door) was unstable.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that the pack and plays in the infant/toddler (front left from the front door) section of the room were not labeled for individual use.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that a staff person did not wash their hands after 2 different diaper changes.
On 11/6/25, it was observed that the facility menu was not posted.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that there were 2 infants in care and no infant feeding schedules were present.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that pick up and drop off procedures describing the safe routes around the facility were not posted, for the parents at the facility.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for child 2 did not contain health insurance information or a policy number.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that the emergency contact information for children 2 and 3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid.
On 11/5/25, it was observed that children's allergy information was posted, allowing any visitors to see the information. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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On 8/26/25. it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 8 and 11 were observed caring for children without a disclosure statement or state police clearance, child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, or NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate on file. Staff persons 8 and 11 may not return to a childcare position until disclosure and all clearances are complete. Staff person 8 was also observed escorting children to the bathroom area where they could not be supervised by a qualified staff person.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that staff persons 6, 8, and 11 were the only staff present at the facility, upon the arrival of certification staff. Staff 6 is aide qualified and staff 8 and 11 have no qualifications on file. The facility did not have enough qualified individuals onsite and the aide qualified staff was not supervised properly.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that child 4 was out of staff supervision while he was entering the unoccupied office space. The preschool/school age children were unsupervised on the right side of the classroom while staff persons 6, 8, and 11 were on the front left side of the classroom. The view of the children was obstructed by the standing wall barriers.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that staff persons 8 and 11 were unable to name the children in their primary care groups. Staff stated that they were new and had not learned the children's names. Staff person 6 was able to name all 16 children present but due to ratio constraints, could not be the primary care provider for all 17 children ages 1-12.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that child 18 was observed sitting in a high chair eating. Staff stated that child 18 was three years old and was put in the highchair to prohibit them from running around while eating.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that Clorox wipes were accessible to children in the school age area right outside the office area.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that the exit doorway in the back section of buildings, beside the kitchen area, was obstructed by an adult desk chair. CORRECTED ON SITE.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that staff persons 8, 9, and 11 did not have a health assessment or TB test on file.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that staff persons 8 and 11 were working in a childcare capacity and did not have a staff file present. There was no documentation of CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) requirements, Health Assessment and TB test, reference letters, or staff education, experience and training available at the time of the visit.
On 8/20/25 and 8/26/25, it was observed that director responsibilities were not fulfilled in relation to personnel. Staff persons 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 and 11were observed working in the file without having required staff file documents on file. Staff persons 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 and 11 did not have complete CPSL documents on file Staff persons 4, 5, 8 and 11 did not have completed health assessments or TB tests on file. Staff persons 5, 8 and 11 did not have 2 written nonfamily references on file. Staff persons 5, 8, and 11 did not have documentation of education or experience on file. Staff persons 2, 5, 8, and 11 were working unsupervised at the facility without documentation of Health and Safety training. Staff persons 1, 2, 5, 8, and 11 were working unsupervised at the facility without documentation of Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.
On 8/26/24, it was observed that emergency contact information for children 4, 5, 10, 13, 14, 15, and 16 was not accessible to the staff in the childcare space where the children were present.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that children 4. 5, and 10 were present at the facility and did not have a complete child file available.
On 8/26/25, it was observed that staff persons 8 and 11 were caring for children without documentation of education or experience on file.
On 8/26/25. it was observed that staff persons 8, 10, and 11 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file.
On 8/20/25, it was observed that staff persons 1, 2, and 5 were caring for children unsupervised. On 8/20/25, staff persons 1, 2, 3, and 5 were present in the facility at the time of the arrival of certification staff. Additionally, on 8/27/25, it was observed that staff persons 8 and 11 were caring for children unsupervised. On 8/27/25, staff persons 6, 8 and 11 were present in the facility at the time of the arrival of certification staff. Staff persons 1, 2, 5, 8, and 11 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety training and Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Staff persons 3 and 6 do have documentation of Health and Safety training and Pediatric First Aid and CPR on file, but are only Aide qualified and are therefore unable to supervise staff person 1, 2, 5, 8, and 11.
On 8/4/25 and 8/20/25, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law), was not followed. Staff person 1 was observed working in the facility on 8/20/25 and did not have a state police clearance on file. Staff person 1 may not return to work until state police clearance is on file. Staff person 1 had previous criminal history that had not been reviewed by the regional office. Staff person 2 was observed working in the facility on 8/4/25 and 8/20/25 and did not have a child abuse clearance and FBI clearance on file. Staff person 2 may not return to work until all clearances are on file. Staff person 4 was observed working on 8/4/25 at the facility and did not have record of state police clearance, child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, or NSOR certificate on file. Staff person 4 may not return to work until all clearances are on file. Staff person 4 was observed working at the facility on 8/4/25 and did not have a signed disclosure statement on file. Staff person 5 was observed working at the facility on 8/20/25 and did not have record of state police clearance, child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, or NSOR certificate on file. Staff person 5 may not return to work until…
On 8/20/25, it was observed that ratio was not maintained. Staff person 1 stated that they were caring for 6 children. Child 1, who was part of their group was a young toddler. The required ratio should have been 1 staff for 5 children.
On 8/20/25, it was observed that staff persons 4 and 5 did not have record of a health assessment or TB test on file.
On 8/20/25, it was observed that staff person 5 did not have record of education or experience on file.
On 8/20/25, it was observed that there was not a staff person present at the facility who was qualified at a director, group supervisor, or assistant group supervisor. Staff persons 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 were present at the facility. Staff persons 2, 3, and 6 were aide qualified and staff persons 1 and 5 did not have record of any qualifications on file.
On 8/20/25, it was observed that staff persons 4, and 5 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file.
Documentation of current liability insurance was not on file.
Saff person #2 did not have documentation of a completed state police clearance.
The facility's emergency plan does not address continuity of operations. Staff person #2 does not have documentation of completed pre-service training.
Staff person #2 did not have documentation of emergency plan training at time of initial employment.
Facility does not have indoor or outdoor gross motor space for infants and toddlers. The outdoor play space does not have a mulch free play space.
Hand washing signs were not posted near the sinks. Corrected on site.
The facility does not have a refrigerator.
A hands- free trashcan was not available for the diapering area.
Staff person #2 did not have a health assessment or TB test on file.
The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Evacuation routes were not posted within the facility. Corrected on site.
The facility is located in a plaza; the fire detection system was not able to be tested. Documentation of annual testing was not available for this suite.
Operator did not submit emergency plan to Dauphin County EMA. Corrected during inspection.
The operator did not have documentation of current liability insurance.
Staff #1 did not have evidence of 3 years of experience working with children.
Staff person #1 did not have documentation of experience. Staff person #2 did not have documentation of education or experience.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
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Has A Community of Blessings LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 16 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Apr 29, 2026 (sleep safety): “Observed an infant sleeping in the infant classroom with the mattress still inside the original plastic packaging with a suffocation warning label on the bag stating to "remove before use". The mattress did not have a…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about A Community of Blessings LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is A Community of Blessings LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 2, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does A Community of Blessings LLC compare with other daycares in Harrisburg?
It is tied for #69 of 75 centers in Harrisburg by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was A Community of Blessings LLC last inspected?
Aug 14, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs A Community of Blessings LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is A Community Of Blessings LLC.
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