Innovacare Learning Center, LLC
809 W CHAVEZ ST, Edinburg, TX 78541 · Hidalgo County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 60
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 07:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Miguel Jacome Veloz
- Phone
- (956) 603-2138
- Regulated since
- Jul 28, 2022
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1394974 · number 1733395
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | Staff background & training (1) |
| 2025 | 4 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Supervision & ratios (2), Other (1) |
| 2024 | 3 | 1 | Staff background & training (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (1) |
| 2023 | 7 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (1), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (1), Other (3) |
| 2022 | 7 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (1) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Jun 18, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Training certificates were not available for review .
HHSC 746.901(6) — Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-22. Correction verified 2026-06-22.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.
HHSC 746.631(a) — Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-07-22.
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Other Serious
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Jun 27, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
Two large pillows designated for circle time exhibited significant areas of liquid and white stains in a classroom, toddler 2. Additionally, there was one smaller pillow that appeared to be dirty and in a state of deterioration. Note: The pillows were removed during the inspection. Two vents at floor level were noted to be accumulating dust and debris, with one vent appearing loose. Both vents were subsequently cleaned and secured. Additionally, two death cockroaches were observed on the after-school classroom floor and were removed during the inspection. The outdoor area utilized by the children was observed with candy wrappers and a cap from a beer and water bottle. These items were subsequently collected and removed.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-27. Correction verified 2025-06-27.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The childcare operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection conducted was on 6/06/24.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-04. Correction verified 2025-07-01.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The 29 children present at the childcare operation were not signed in. Corrected at Inspection: The children were signed in during the inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-06-27.
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Cleanliness & sanitation Serious
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Jun 25, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 25, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
The sign in and out log was not maintained. The children present were not signed in. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.
HHSC 746.603(a)(8) — Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-07-25.
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Other Serious
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Jul 3, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
A caregiver hired on 5/08/23 did not have the following required annual training topics: (1)Emergency preparedness; (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, (3)Administering medication (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic ; and (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials
HHSC 746.1309(e) — Documented Annual Training- Required Content
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-12. Correction verified 2024-07-24.
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Records & paperwork
The health inspection report was not available for review.
HHSC 746.801(12) — Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-07-12. Correction verified 2024-07-24.
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Staff background & training
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Jul 11, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two caregivers did not have supporting information to indicate that the education outside of U.S. is equivalent to a high school diploma program in the United States. Education documents were not translated into English.
HHSC 746.1111 — Education Outside of U.S.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-31. Correction verified 2023-07-24.
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Staff background & training Serious
5 out of 6 files reviewed for caregivers and director did not have CPR training that included hands-on skill-based instruction.
HHSC 746.1315(b)(1) — CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-24. Correction verified 2023-07-24.
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Other
A written activity plan was not available for review for Infants, Toddlers, and School age children.
HHSC 746.2203(a) — Written Activity Plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-07-24. Correction verified 2023-07-24.
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Other
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Feb 2, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 17, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Updated feeding instructions for 2 infants were not available for review.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-01-19. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed asleep in a bouncer seat with a blanket on top of his body. Infant was not removed from device as soon as possible. NOTE: Infant was removed from restrictive device and placed in their crib.
HHSC 746.2426 — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-01-17. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Safety & premises Serious
City and Fire inspections were not completed within the 12 month time frame. Last completed inspection was in 2021.
HHSC 746.5101(a) — Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-02-14. Correction verified 2023-02-03.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Fire extinguishers present at the operation were not serviced timely. Last inspection was completed September 2021.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-01-18. Correction verified 2023-02-02.
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Other
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Jul 27, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 14, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An individual without a background check was present during inspection completing custodian/cleaning responsibilities. NOTE: Individual left the operation during inspection.
HHSC 745.621(a)(2) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
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Supervision & ratios
A screen time activity was provided during mealtime as observed at the operation. Children were watching a movie while eating breakfast in the Pre-K classroom. NOTE: TV was turned off and planned activities were resumed by caregiver.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(4) — Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation had concentrated juice of several flavors that were not 100% juice and had added sugars. It was confirmed that beverage had been given to children enrolled. NOTE: Juice cans were removed by Director during inspection. Director was unaware of juice cans not being 100% juice.
HHSC 746.3301(g) — Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-14. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 19, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
Documentation of Fire drills for the months of April and May 2022 were not available for review. NOTE: Director documented the completed drills.
HHSC 746.5205(4) — Documentation of Drills
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-05-19.
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Safety & premises
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May 5, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 22, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 4, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Operation has a structure with a height over 20 inches and a spring rider; structures are surrounded by 2-5 inches of pea gravel. Spring rider is within three feet from a wall.
HHSC 746.4907(d) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-25. Correction verified 2022-02-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Operational policies were reviewed and the following items are missing: -Suspension and expulsion policy -Transportation Policy -Water Activities Policy -Field Trips Policy -Physical and Outdoor Activity Policy -Sunscreen and Insect REpellant Policy -Parent participation policy -Employee vaccine requirement policy -Statement indicating parents may visit at anytime during operational hours without prior notice
HHSC 746.501(a)(8) — Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-25. Correction verified 2022-02-22.
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Safety & premises Serious
Emergency Diagrams are missing the designated location inside the child-care center where all caregivers and children take shelter from threatening weather.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(4) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-07. Correction verified 2022-02-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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