Heavenly Care Child Development Center
1948 BICKERS ST, Dallas, TX 75212 · Dallas County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 83
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Venetta Hill
- Phone
- (972) 685-2889
- Regulated since
- May 16, 2005
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 271504 · number 848846
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 24 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (4), Safety & premises (6), Records & paperwork (8), Other (6) |
| 2024 | 16 | 4 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (6) |
| 2023 | 56 | 6 | Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Safety & premises (22), Food & allergies (2), Staff background & training (14), Other (14) |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | Records & paperwork (2), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Aug 6, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 6, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 24, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 24, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 23, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed inside cribs with the drop gate open. This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2409(c) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-05. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Other
Three infant feeding insturction reviewed had not been updated withing the required 30 days.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-10. Correction verified 2025-11-07.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, it was noted that the diaper changing mat had several visible rips and tears. These damages exposed the underlying material.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-12. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, several trash cans without lids were observed, making the trash visible and accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-06. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Records & paperwork
The center License permit was not posted in a visible area. This was corrected during inspection and was posted.
HHSC 746.401(1) — Posting Requirements - License
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-11-05.
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Records & paperwork
The most recent licensing inspection report was not posted in a visible area. This was corrected during the inspection
HHSC 746.401(2) — Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-11-05.
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Records & paperwork
During the inspection, the "Keeping Children Safe" notice was not posted in a prominent area. This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.401(3) — Posting Requirements - Licensing Notice-Keeping Children Safe
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-11-05.
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Other
The documentation provided indicates that the center has not been completing its weekly and monthly maintenance outdoor checks.
HHSC 746.4751(a) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-06. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection, it was observed that the large playground gate is damaged and fails to latch securely. Additionally, several outdoor toys were found to be broken, and there was hazardous trash present.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-17. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Nov 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
An infant was observed inside cribs with the drop gate open. This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2409(c) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Infant Not in Crib with Drop Gate Down
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-11-05. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Other
Three infant feeding insturction reviewed had not been updated withing the required 30 days.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-10. Correction verified 2025-11-07.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, it was noted that the diaper changing mat had several visible rips and tears. These damages exposed the underlying material.
HHSC 746.3407 — Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-12. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, several trash cans without lids were observed, making the trash visible and accessible to children.
HHSC 746.3407(8) — Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-06. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Records & paperwork
The center License permit was not posted in a visible area. This was corrected during inspection and was posted.
HHSC 746.401(1) — Posting Requirements - License
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-11-05.
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Records & paperwork
The most recent licensing inspection report was not posted in a visible area. This was corrected during the inspection
HHSC 746.401(2) — Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-11-05.
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Records & paperwork
During the inspection, the "Keeping Children Safe" notice was not posted in a prominent area. This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.401(3) — Posting Requirements - Licensing Notice-Keeping Children Safe
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-11-05.
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Other
The documentation provided indicates that the center has not been completing its weekly and monthly maintenance outdoor checks.
HHSC 746.4751(a) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-06. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection, it was observed that the large playground gate is damaged and fails to latch securely. Additionally, several outdoor toys were found to be broken, and there was hazardous trash present.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-17. Correction verified 2025-11-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Jul 14, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 14, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 23, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the inspection, staff was unable to provide me with the ages of the children she was caring for.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-07-14.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection, it was observed that the playground's loose fill surfacing did not meet the required minimum depth.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-11. Correction verified 2025-07-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Jun 23, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the inspection, staff was unable to provide me with the ages of the children she was caring for.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(3) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-07-14.
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Safety & premises
During the inspection, it was observed that the playground's loose fill surfacing did not meet the required minimum depth.
HHSC 746.4907(a)(1) — Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-07-11. Correction verified 2025-07-01.
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Other
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Feb 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 10, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Staff files were not available to review.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-28. Correction verified 2025-02-10.
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Records & paperwork
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Jan 13, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Staff files were not available to review.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-28. Correction verified 2025-02-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Dec 16, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
Two cups in the infant room were not labeld as required. This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-12-16.
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Supervision & ratios
Two child's file did not have the required documentation for the health statement.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-03.
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Records & paperwork
Staff files were not available to review.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-30. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Food & allergies
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Dec 16, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
Two cups in the infant room were not labeld as required. This was corrected during the inspection.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-12-16.
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Supervision & ratios
Two child's file did not have the required documentation for the health statement.
HHSC 746.611(a)(1) — Required Health Statement - Written, dated within past year, indicates child is physically able to participate in operation's child-care program
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-01-03. Correction verified 2025-01-03.
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Records & paperwork
Staff files were not available to review.
HHSC 746.901 — Required Personnel Records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-30. Correction verified 2025-01-13.
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Food & allergies
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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 15, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 4, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 31, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork Serious
The center did not notify CCR within the required timeframe.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-24. Correction verified 2024-10-07.
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Records & paperwork Serious
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Aug 31, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork Serious
The center did not notify CCR within the required timeframe.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-24. Correction verified 2024-10-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork Serious
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Jun 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A staff member was observed with director access to children in care without have a completed background check. This was corrected during the inspection the staff member left.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-18. Correction verified 2024-06-25.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 18, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A staff member was observed with director access to children in care without have a completed background check. This was corrected during the inspection the staff member left.
HHSC 745.641 — AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-18. Correction verified 2024-06-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 15, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 15, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 8, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 8, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 1, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 1, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
6 employee files were reviewed and all 6 were missing their notarized Affidavits.
HHSC 746.1105(3) — Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-03-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Walls and flooring in the building are in need of repair. The repairs were needed with the last inspection and the department was told it would be done, however, as of today the same repairs have not been made.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-29. Correction verified 2024-03-01.
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Records & paperwork
6 employee files were reviewed and 5 were missing a copy of their ID.
HHSC 746.901(8) — Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-02-15.
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Staff background & training
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Feb 15, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
6 employee files were reviewed and all 6 were missing their notarized Affidavits.
HHSC 746.1105(3) — Minimum Qualifications Child Care Center Employees and Caregivers - Affidavit
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2024-02-22. Correction verified 2024-03-01.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Walls and flooring in the building are in need of repair. The repairs were needed with the last inspection and the department was told it would be done, however, as of today the same repairs have not been made.
HHSC 746.3407(9) — Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-29. Correction verified 2024-03-01.
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Records & paperwork
6 employee files were reviewed and 5 were missing a copy of their ID.
HHSC 746.901(8) — Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2024-02-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Oct 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed orientation. Proof of orientation was received for new staff and is now in compliance.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(1)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Staff background & training
Only 1 of the 8 files evaluated had current Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing as required
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Staff background & training
Only 1 of the 8 staff files evaluated had current first aid training as required.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 19, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed orientation. Proof of orientation was received for new staff and is now in compliance.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(1)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Staff background & training
Only 1 of the 8 files evaluated had current Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing as required
HHSC 746.1301(a)(3)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Staff background & training
Only 1 of the 8 staff files evaluated had current first aid training as required.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(4)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-26. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Oct 4, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed orientation.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(1)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed pre-service training or how they did not require it.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
When reviewing the directors file, only 21 of the 30 required annual training hours were available to review.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(6)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver used to transport children did not have the required transportation training available to review when requested.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(7)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
One of the toddler rooms did not have a written activity plan as required
HHSC 746.2203(a) — Written Activity Plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
A school aged child was observed watching a television program that was not related to a planned activity that meets educational goals.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(1) — Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-04.
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Safety & premises
1 infant crib that was currently being used for an infant in care was observed to have loose sheets that were not tight/snug fitting as required.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Food & allergies
There were 3 infants present who were not on table food and did not have written feeding instructions.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
Electrical outlets in classrooms with children younger than 5 were observed to not have child proof covers on them.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
Toys used by children while playing outside were observed to have rough sharp edges. Staff were requested to remove the itmes during the time of the inspection.
HHSC 746.3701(5) — Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-04.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a complete first aid kit on the premises as required.
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-19.
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Other
There were items in the first aid kit inside the centers van that were expired
HHSC 746.4003(b) — First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-19.
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Safety & premises
The 2 exits outside of the play area were locked with both locks and chains and neither of the staff members had the key to unlock them in the event of an emergency.
HHSC 746.4309 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
No documented monthly inspection of active play equipment or space was available to view. Broken toys, debris, and toys with missing parts were present during inspection and asked to be removed.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
Low hanging powerlines were observed in the area where children play and where one of the emergency exits are located.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
A play structure that requires loose fill did not have the required amount in the use zone. The structure is greater than 5 feet and requires a minimum of 9 inches of loose fill.
HHSC 746.4901(a) — Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-18. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
The emergency evacuation diagrams posted in the center do not show the designated location outside of the child-care center where all caregivers and children meet to ensure everyone has exited the child - care center safely.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(3) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
The emergency diagram was missing from 3 of the classrooms as required.
HHSC 746.5207(b) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
No monthly fire extinguisher inspection was available to review for compliance.
HHSC 746.5307(a) — Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguisher in the kitchen does not have a documented inspection since 2020.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises Serious
No documentation of monthly smoke detector tests were available to view during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5319 — Smoke Detectors Testing
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other Serious
The center did not have a carbon monoxide detector as required.
HHSC 746.5531 — Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
No monthly carbon monoxide testing could be verified during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(2) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises Serious
There was not a current list of children being transported ready to review during the inspection. This was corrected during the inspection
HHSC 746.5617(a)(1) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-04.
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Illness & medication
8 children files were reviewed and 1 did not have the required immunization records or an exemption
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
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Oct 4, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed orientation.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(1)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
5 of the 8 staff files reviewed did not have documented proof of having completed pre-service training or how they did not require it.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(2)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
When reviewing the directors file, only 21 of the 30 required annual training hours were available to review.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(6)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - 30 Annual Training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
A caregiver used to transport children did not have the required transportation training available to review when requested.
HHSC 746.1301(a)(7)(A) — Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Transportation training
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
One of the toddler rooms did not have a written activity plan as required
HHSC 746.2203(a) — Written Activity Plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
A school aged child was observed watching a television program that was not related to a planned activity that meets educational goals.
HHSC 746.2207(c)(1) — Screen Time Activities - Related to Planned Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-04.
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Safety & premises
1 infant crib that was currently being used for an infant in care was observed to have loose sheets that were not tight/snug fitting as required.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Food & allergies
There were 3 infants present who were not on table food and did not have written feeding instructions.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
Electrical outlets in classrooms with children younger than 5 were observed to not have child proof covers on them.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
Toys used by children while playing outside were observed to have rough sharp edges. Staff were requested to remove the itmes during the time of the inspection.
HHSC 746.3701(5) — Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-04.
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Supervision & ratios
The operation did not have a complete first aid kit on the premises as required.
HHSC 746.4003(a) — First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-19.
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Other
There were items in the first aid kit inside the centers van that were expired
HHSC 746.4003(b) — First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-19.
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Safety & premises
The 2 exits outside of the play area were locked with both locks and chains and neither of the staff members had the key to unlock them in the event of an emergency.
HHSC 746.4309 — Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
No documented monthly inspection of active play equipment or space was available to view. Broken toys, debris, and toys with missing parts were present during inspection and asked to be removed.
HHSC 746.4751(b) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
Low hanging powerlines were observed in the area where children play and where one of the emergency exits are located.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
A play structure that requires loose fill did not have the required amount in the use zone. The structure is greater than 5 feet and requires a minimum of 9 inches of loose fill.
HHSC 746.4901(a) — Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-18. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
The emergency evacuation diagrams posted in the center do not show the designated location outside of the child-care center where all caregivers and children meet to ensure everyone has exited the child - care center safely.
HHSC 746.5207(a)(3) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
The emergency diagram was missing from 3 of the classrooms as required.
HHSC 746.5207(b) — Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
No monthly fire extinguisher inspection was available to review for compliance.
HHSC 746.5307(a) — Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises
The fire extinguisher in the kitchen does not have a documented inspection since 2020.
HHSC 746.5307(b) — Fire Extinguishers Serviced
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises Serious
No documentation of monthly smoke detector tests were available to view during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5319 — Smoke Detectors Testing
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other Serious
The center did not have a carbon monoxide detector as required.
HHSC 746.5531 — Child-Care Center Must be Equipped with a Working Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection System
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-06. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Other
No monthly carbon monoxide testing could be verified during the inspection.
HHSC 746.5537(a)(2) — Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Safety & premises Serious
There was not a current list of children being transported ready to review during the inspection. This was corrected during the inspection
HHSC 746.5617(a)(1) — Required Equipment in Vehicles - List of Children
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-04.
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Illness & medication
8 children files were reviewed and 1 did not have the required immunization records or an exemption
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-11. Correction verified 2023-10-17.
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Staff background & training
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May 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 8, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 31, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 31, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 30, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 30, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 16, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The infants did not have feeding instructions available for review.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-02-25. Correction verified 2022-03-07.
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Records & paperwork
There were no infant daily reports accessible for review.
HHSC 746.2431 — Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-25. Correction verified 2022-03-07.
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Other
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Feb 16, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The infants did not have feeding instructions available for review.
HHSC 746.2421(a) — Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-02-25. Correction verified 2022-03-07.
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Records & paperwork
There were no infant daily reports accessible for review.
HHSC 746.2431 — Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-02-25. Correction verified 2022-03-07.
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Other
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Jan 25, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 25, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 24, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 24, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 30, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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