Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.75
Desiree Bruce Family Day Care Home
1949 Gregory Dr, Tampa, FL 33613
- License:
- F13HI0101
- Type:
- Family Day Care Home
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 8, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 10
- License expiration:
- April 30, 2027
Typical cost: $867 - $1,062 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$867 - $1,062/mo
Median daily rate: $40.00 - $49.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Hillsborough County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 18, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Desiree Bruce Family Day Care Home from March 19, 2024 through March 18, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 25, 2025 and involved medication.
Two later inspections, from May 9, 2025 through March 18, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 4 local median in 33613
Compared to 18 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 18%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.78
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The home did not have an operable corded telephone available during hours of operation.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.12, A (Section 2.4.B.2 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed the fire extinguisher certifications are valid until 2-2026 and the smoke detector was operational. The Operator did not have an operational corded phone. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. The home shall have at least one operable corded telephone."
- Correction status
- Due by April 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
- Official code
- 19-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The home does not have documentation for all child care personnel on the required annual refresher education of the homes exposure plan. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.23 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 personnel did not have documentation of the annual refresher of the home's exposure plan. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: There are three common modes of transmission for the spread of microorganisms in child care settings: contact, droplet, and airborne. Many common infections encountered in the child care setting are transmitted by direct or indirect contact. Child care providers shall develop a written exposure plan regarding universal safety precautions, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 28 - Communicable Disease Control
- Official code
- 28-11
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [1 tub of Aquaphor, 1 tub of A+D ointment, 1 tube of Neosporin, and 1 tube of Diaper Rash cream ], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.24, A and L (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 tub of Aquaphor, 1 tub of A+D ointment, 1 tube of Neosporin, 1 tube of Diaper Rash cream, and 1 bottle of bug spray was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator discarding the creams and bug spray. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: A. The operator must have written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian to dispense prescription and non-prescription medications. This authorization must be dated and ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
- Official code
- 29-01
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- 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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 1 tub of Aquaphor, 1 tub of A+D ointment, 1 tube of Neosporin, and 1 tube of Diaper Rash cream were expired. During the time of the inspection, this was resolved by the Operator discarding the creams. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, per the FDCH Handbook: 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."
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Medication
- Official code
- 29-10
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you walk me through your current process for checking and managing the expiration dates of any creams or ointments kept on-site?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted that some topical products were found to be expired. This question helps clarify how the center ensures all health-related items are current and ready for use.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for obtaining and documenting written parental authorization before applying any products, such as diaper rash cream or sunscreen?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 indicated that some products were used without written parental authorization on file. Asking about this process helps families understand how the center manages consent for individual child care needs.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required emergency equipment, such as a corded telephone, is always available and operational during business hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 noted that a corded phone was not available at the time of the visit. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains its emergency readiness and communication tools.
- Context
- The issue was corrected following the inspection, and a later inspection in 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how you track and document staff training regarding the home's health and exposure plans?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from 2025 mentioned that documentation for an annual refresher on the exposure plan was missing for a staff member. This question helps parents understand how the center manages ongoing training and health safety compliance.
- Context
- The issue was corrected following the inspection, and a later inspection in 2026 did not note any concerns.
Related violations
General question
How do you typically communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps families feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about how the provider manages the care environment. Understanding these habits helps parents determine if the center's communication style aligns with their expectations.