Safe Haven Community Services
8100 WASHINGTON AVE STE 167, Houston, TX 77007 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Child-placing agency
- Ages
- -
- Hours
- 08:00 AM-05:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- David Erickson
- Phone
- (713) 988-7233
- Regulated since
- Mar 8, 2006
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 290772 · number 858127- 2890
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 40 | 10 | Illness & medication (8), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (16), Records & paperwork (6), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 112 | 28 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Illness & medication (22), Supervision & ratios (16), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (26), Records & paperwork (14), Other (24) |
| 2024 | 60 | 26 | Cleanliness & sanitation (8), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (10), Safety & premises (8), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (6), Other (22) |
| 2023 | 24 | 8 | Supervision & ratios (10), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (4), Records & paperwork (2), Other (6) |
| 2022 | 20 | 14 | Discipline & child guidance (6), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (10), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 18, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 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 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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Aug 24, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 14, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 14, 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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Jul 28, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Documentation related to a child's initial medical exam were not observed in the child's file.
HHSC 749.1151(d) — Medical Requirements-Reports and findings of medical exam must be documented in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-08-04.
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Records & paperwork
Three child files of those admitted into care on 12/15/25 were observed to be missing completed/signed Discipline Acknowledgment Forms.
HHSC 749.535(a)(1) — Active records-All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after the occurrence or event
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-08-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Jul 28, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Documentation related to a child's initial medical exam were not observed in the child's file.
HHSC 749.1151(d) — Medical Requirements-Reports and findings of medical exam must be documented in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-08-04.
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Records & paperwork
Three child files of those admitted into care on 12/15/25 were observed to be missing completed/signed Discipline Acknowledgment Forms.
HHSC 749.535(a)(1) — Active records-All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after the occurrence or event
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-08-04. Correction verified 2026-08-04.
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Records & paperwork
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Jul 15, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 15, 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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Jul 1, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The FP friend was visiting the home frequently.
HHSC 745.621(a)(7) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-09-04. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 1, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
The FP friend was visiting the home frequently.
HHSC 745.621(a)(7) — AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-09-04. Correction verified 2026-09-04.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 17, 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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Jun 17, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 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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Jun 14, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 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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Jun 14, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 3, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 3, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 3, 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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Jun 3, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 28, 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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May 28, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 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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May 24, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 22, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 22, 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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May 22, 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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May 22, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 20, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 20, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 5, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Caregiver spanked a child on the bottom with a belt.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-10. Correction verified 2026-06-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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May 5, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Caregiver spanked a child on the bottom with a belt.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-06-10. Correction verified 2026-06-05.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 27, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 27, 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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Apr 19, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 19, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 16, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 16, 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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Apr 13, 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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Apr 13, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 10, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Foster parents were observed to be delinquent in annual trainings related to EBI, safe sleep, trauma informed care, psychotropic meds, preventing and reporting abuse, and normalcy.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-17. Correction verified 2026-04-17.
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Staff background & training
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Apr 10, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Foster parents were observed to be delinquent in annual trainings related to EBI, safe sleep, trauma informed care, psychotropic meds, preventing and reporting abuse, and normalcy.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-04-17. Correction verified 2026-04-17.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Apr 2, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 2, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Documentation related to trainings, medical and dental visits, immunization records, and monthly visits with children in care was not documented in their files within 30 days of occurrence.
HHSC 749.535(a)(1) — Active records-All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after the occurrence or event
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-03-30. Correction verified 2026-03-30.
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Staff background & training
It was observed that a caregiver took Normalcy Training on 03/09/2025 and not again until 03/25/2026.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-30. Correction verified 2026-03-30.
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Staff background & training
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Mar 25, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Documentation related to trainings, medical and dental visits, immunization records, and monthly visits with children in care was not documented in their files within 30 days of occurrence.
HHSC 749.535(a)(1) — Active records-All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after the occurrence or event
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2026-03-30. Correction verified 2026-03-30.
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Staff background & training
It was observed that a caregiver took Normalcy Training on 03/09/2025 and not again until 03/25/2026.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-30. Correction verified 2026-03-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Mar 19, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Mar 19, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 13, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 13, 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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Mar 11, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 11, 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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Mar 1, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication Serious
The operation failed to ensure timely medical care, as a child reported a potentially broken hand on 02/27/26 but was not taken for medical attention until 02/28/26.
HHSC 749.1401(a)(2) — General medical requirements-A child in care must receive medical care as needed for injury, illness, and pain
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
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Illness & medication Serious
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Mar 1, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication Serious
The operation failed to ensure timely medical care, as a child reported a potentially broken hand on 02/27/26 but was not taken for medical attention until 02/28/26.
HHSC 749.1401(a)(2) — General medical requirements-A child in care must receive medical care as needed for injury, illness, and pain
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-20. Correction verified 2026-03-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication Serious
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Feb 26, 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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Feb 26, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 25, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication
According to documentation reviewed, the child was admitted to the hospital on 2/20/2026 and Licensing wasn't notified for 5 days.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(A) — AP Serious Incident-Report to Licensing critical injury or illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional/hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-07. Correction verified 2026-03-05.
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Illness & medication
According to documentation reviewed, the child was admitted to the hospital on 2/20/2026 and the CVS parent was't notified for 5 days.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(B) — AP Serious Incdt- Report to parents any injury/illness that warrants treatment from a medical prof. directly after ensuring the safety of the child.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-07. Correction verified 2026-03-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Feb 25, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication
According to documentation reviewed, the child was admitted to the hospital on 2/20/2026 and Licensing wasn't notified for 5 days.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(A) — AP Serious Incident-Report to Licensing critical injury or illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional/hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-07. Correction verified 2026-03-05.
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Illness & medication
According to documentation reviewed, the child was admitted to the hospital on 2/20/2026 and the CVS parent was't notified for 5 days.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(B) — AP Serious Incdt- Report to parents any injury/illness that warrants treatment from a medical prof. directly after ensuring the safety of the child.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-04-07. Correction verified 2026-03-05.
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Illness & medication
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Feb 17, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was observed that an employee did not complete required suicide prevention training in accordance with regulatory compliance.
HHSC 749.137(c)(1) — Foster parents and employees must complete at least one hour of annual suicide prevention training.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Supervision & ratios
Documentation for monthly FTF visits with children in care were not observed to be documented in the children's files. Available records were not current and did not reflect that visits were conducted and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Other
It was observed that a foster home did not receive a required monitoring visit during the fourth quarter of 2025.
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Staff background & training
It was observed that an employee did not complete the required pre-service training on trafficking prior to working with children in care.
HHSC 749.4151(a)(5) — Pre-Service Training-administrative and professional staff must complete 5 hrs regarding complex trauma experienced by trafficking victims
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Staff background & training
Multiple foster parents were observed to be missing annual trainings in EBI, Safe Sleep, Transportation, and Reporting.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Feb 17, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was observed that an employee did not complete required suicide prevention training in accordance with regulatory compliance.
HHSC 749.137(c)(1) — Foster parents and employees must complete at least one hour of annual suicide prevention training.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Supervision & ratios
Documentation for monthly FTF visits with children in care were not observed to be documented in the children's files. Available records were not current and did not reflect that visits were conducted and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Other
It was observed that a foster home did not receive a required monitoring visit during the fourth quarter of 2025.
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Staff background & training
It was observed that an employee did not complete the required pre-service training on trafficking prior to working with children in care.
HHSC 749.4151(a)(5) — Pre-Service Training-administrative and professional staff must complete 5 hrs regarding complex trauma experienced by trafficking victims
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Staff background & training
Multiple foster parents were observed to be missing annual trainings in EBI, Safe Sleep, Transportation, and Reporting.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-24. Correction verified 2026-02-24.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Feb 12, 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 12, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 7, 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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Feb 6, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 6, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 30, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 30, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 27, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Background checks for two individuals who are no longer employed by the operation remains active.
HHSC 745.651(1) — Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-01-27. Correction verified 2026-01-27.
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Other Serious
Condition #1-Met Condition #2-Met Condition #3-Not Met Condition #4-Met Condition #5-Met Condition #6-Met Condition #7-Met Condition #8-Met
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Illness & medication
Immunization records were not present in three of the child files that were reviewed.
HHSC 749.1107(a)(7) — Child Admission Records-Include the child's immunization record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Safety & premises
Admission Assessments were not observed in either child file reviewed.
HHSC 749.1131 — You must complete a non-emergency admission assessment prior to admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Records & paperwork
Preliminary service plans were not present in either of the children's files reviewed.
HHSC 749.1301(d) — Preliminary Service Planning-Document the plan in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Staff background & training
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Jan 27, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
Background checks for two individuals who are no longer employed by the operation remains active.
HHSC 745.651(1) — Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-01-27. Correction verified 2026-01-27.
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Other Serious
Condition #1-Met Condition #2-Met Condition #3-Not Met Condition #4-Met Condition #5-Met Condition #6-Met Condition #7-Met Condition #8-Met
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Illness & medication
Immunization records were not present in three of the child files that were reviewed.
HHSC 749.1107(a)(7) — Child Admission Records-Include the child's immunization record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Safety & premises
Admission Assessments were not observed in either child file reviewed.
HHSC 749.1131 — You must complete a non-emergency admission assessment prior to admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
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Records & paperwork
Preliminary service plans were not present in either of the children's files reviewed.
HHSC 749.1301(d) — Preliminary Service Planning-Document the plan in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2026-02-02. Correction verified 2026-02-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Jan 5, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 5, 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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Dec 24, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 24, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 11, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Two children in care were observed to have gone multiple consecutive months in 2025 with no documented face-to-face visits from staff.
HHSC 749.1291(a) — Contact between child placement staff and children-except for child with PMN needs, monthly FTF contact; no longer than 60 days without a visit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-15. Correction verified 2025-12-15.
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Staff background & training
A staff member was observed to have delinquent annual trainings in Normalcy, Psychotropic Medication, and Reporting.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-12-15. Correction verified 2025-12-14.
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Other Serious
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Dec 11, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Two children in care were observed to have gone multiple consecutive months in 2025 with no documented face-to-face visits from staff.
HHSC 749.1291(a) — Contact between child placement staff and children-except for child with PMN needs, monthly FTF contact; no longer than 60 days without a visit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-15. Correction verified 2025-12-15.
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Staff background & training
A staff member was observed to have delinquent annual trainings in Normalcy, Psychotropic Medication, and Reporting.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-12-15. Correction verified 2025-12-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Dec 11, 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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Dec 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 5, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 5, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 26, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication
It was found that the operation reported a hospitalization incident late to licensing.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(A) — AP Serious Incident-Report to Licensing critical injury or illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional/hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-08. Correction verified 2025-12-10.
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Illness & medication
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Nov 26, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication
It was found that the operation reported a hospitalization incident late to licensing.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(A) — AP Serious Incident-Report to Licensing critical injury or illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional/hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-08. Correction verified 2025-12-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Nov 24, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Medical documentation was observed to be missing required signatures as well as the date on which the appointment occurred.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-12-01. Correction verified 2025-12-01.
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Records & paperwork
Documentation for monthly face to face visits with children were not uploaded into the files for three children in care.
HHSC 749.535(a)(1) — Active records-All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after the occurrence or event
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-12-01. Correction verified 2025-12-01.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 24, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Medical documentation was observed to be missing required signatures as well as the date on which the appointment occurred.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-12-01. Correction verified 2025-12-01.
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Records & paperwork
Documentation for monthly face to face visits with children were not uploaded into the files for three children in care.
HHSC 749.535(a)(1) — Active records-All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after the occurrence or event
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2025-12-01. Correction verified 2025-12-01.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 20, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
A gas inspection for one foster home was observed to be out of compliance, with the last inspection completed on 07/30/2024.
HHSC 749.2901 — Health and Safety-all agency homes must comply with all applicable fire, health, and safety laws, ordinances, and regulations
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-24.
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Safety & premises
A foster home's Fire and Health/Environmental Checklists were observed to be out of compliance, with the last completion date for both documented as October 19. 2024.
HHSC 749.2905(b) — Fire/health safety evaluations conducted by child placement staff using the State Fire Marshal?s checklist for foster homes is current for one year
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-24.
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Supervision & ratios
Vehicle liability insurance was observed to be expired in two foster home files that were reviewed, with one of those homes also having an expired registration.
HHSC 749.3103 — Driver & passengers must follow all laws when driving, including laws on use of child passenger safety seat systems, seat belts & liability insurance
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Oct 20, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
A gas inspection for one foster home was observed to be out of compliance, with the last inspection completed on 07/30/2024.
HHSC 749.2901 — Health and Safety-all agency homes must comply with all applicable fire, health, and safety laws, ordinances, and regulations
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-24.
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Safety & premises
A foster home's Fire and Health/Environmental Checklists were observed to be out of compliance, with the last completion date for both documented as October 19. 2024.
HHSC 749.2905(b) — Fire/health safety evaluations conducted by child placement staff using the State Fire Marshal?s checklist for foster homes is current for one year
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-24.
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Supervision & ratios
Vehicle liability insurance was observed to be expired in two foster home files that were reviewed, with one of those homes also having an expired registration.
HHSC 749.3103 — Driver & passengers must follow all laws when driving, including laws on use of child passenger safety seat systems, seat belts & liability insurance
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-10-27. Correction verified 2025-10-24.
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Safety & premises
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Oct 15, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 15, 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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Oct 11, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 11, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 2, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 2, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 27, 2025 Report
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 27, 2025 Report
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 23, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Condition #1-Met Condition #2-Met Condition #3-Not Met-Staff did not review a compliance plan with the foster parents within the required timeframe. Condition #4-Met Condition #5-Met Condition #6-Met Condition #7-Met Condition #8-Met
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Records & paperwork
Copies of child rights were not observed in two files and missing signatures in others.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Staff background & training Serious
Annual suicide prevention trainings were observed to be delinquent for four foster parents whose records were reviewed.
HHSC 749.137(c)(1) — Foster parents and employees must complete at least one hour of annual suicide prevention training.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Supervision & ratios
A child's file was observed to contain documentation belonging to another child in care.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Staff background & training
A foster parent's file that was reviewed was observed to be delinquent in the annual training for Recognizing and Reporting Abuse.
HHSC 749.931(b)(1) — Annual Training-Must include 1 hour of prevention, recognition, and reporting on child abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Staff background & training
EBI Trainings were observed to be delinquent in three foster parents' files that were reviewed.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Sep 23, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Condition #1-Met Condition #2-Met Condition #3-Not Met-Staff did not review a compliance plan with the foster parents within the required timeframe. Condition #4-Met Condition #5-Met Condition #6-Met Condition #7-Met Condition #8-Met
HHSC 745.8641 — Requirements during probation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Records & paperwork
Copies of child rights were not observed in two files and missing signatures in others.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Staff background & training Serious
Annual suicide prevention trainings were observed to be delinquent for four foster parents whose records were reviewed.
HHSC 749.137(c)(1) — Foster parents and employees must complete at least one hour of annual suicide prevention training.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Supervision & ratios
A child's file was observed to contain documentation belonging to another child in care.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Staff background & training
A foster parent's file that was reviewed was observed to be delinquent in the annual training for Recognizing and Reporting Abuse.
HHSC 749.931(b)(1) — Annual Training-Must include 1 hour of prevention, recognition, and reporting on child abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Staff background & training
EBI Trainings were observed to be delinquent in three foster parents' files that were reviewed.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-29. Correction verified 2025-09-23.
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Other Serious
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Sep 22, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 22, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 22, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 22, 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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Sep 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 8, 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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Sep 6, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 6, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 6, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Multiple children in care confirmed being threatened with the loss of placement.
HHSC 749.1957(3) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Threatening with the loss of placement as discipline or punishment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-05. Correction verified 2025-11-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Sep 6, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Multiple children in care confirmed being threatened with the loss of placement.
HHSC 749.1957(3) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Threatening with the loss of placement as discipline or punishment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-11-05. Correction verified 2025-11-05.
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Other
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Sep 3, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Records & paperwork
On 08/28/25, a young child with special needs fell out of a highchair resulting in an injury that required immediate medical attention. The incident was not reported to Licensing until 09/03/25, which does not meet the requirement for timely notification of serious incidents.
HHSC 749.503(b) — Serious Incident-Not required to report medically pertinent incident if not level of serious incident. Document same as a serious incident
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-09. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
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Records & paperwork
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Sep 3, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Records & paperwork
On 08/28/25, a young child with special needs fell out of a highchair resulting in an injury that required immediate medical attention. The incident was not reported to Licensing until 09/03/25, which does not meet the requirement for timely notification of serious incidents.
HHSC 749.503(b) — Serious Incident-Not required to report medically pertinent incident if not level of serious incident. Document same as a serious incident
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-10-09. Correction verified 2025-10-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Aug 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Copies of child's rights were observed to be missing from children's records.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
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Illness & medication
Immunization records were observed to be missing from children's files.
HHSC 749.1107(a)(7) — Child Admission Records-Include the child's immunization record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
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Supervision & ratios
It was observed that not all admission assessments are in the files, in addition the ones that were in the file were not accurate or were missing viable information.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Aug 29, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Copies of child's rights were observed to be missing from children's records.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
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Illness & medication
Immunization records were observed to be missing from children's files.
HHSC 749.1107(a)(7) — Child Admission Records-Include the child's immunization record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
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Supervision & ratios
It was observed that not all admission assessments are in the files, in addition the ones that were in the file were not accurate or were missing viable information.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-05.
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Records & paperwork
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Aug 5, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An adult household member who has resided in the home prior to their 14th birthday and acts as a babysitter did have a background check completed until 08/26/2025.
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 2025-09-04. Correction verified 2025-09-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Aug 5, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An adult household member who has resided in the home prior to their 14th birthday and acts as a babysitter did have a background check completed until 08/26/2025.
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 2025-09-04. Correction verified 2025-09-15.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Aug 1, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation failed to complete a preliminary service plan with in 72hrs. of the child being admitted into care.
HHSC 749.1301(a) — Preliminary Service Planning-Complete a preliminary service plan that addresses child's immediate needs within 72 hours of admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-15.
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 1, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The operation failed to complete a preliminary service plan with in 72hrs. of the child being admitted into care.
HHSC 749.1301(a) — Preliminary Service Planning-Complete a preliminary service plan that addresses child's immediate needs within 72 hours of admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-09-05. Correction verified 2025-09-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 24, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 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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Jul 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A background check for a frequent visitor submitted on 06/13/2024-returned ineligible. On 06/28/24 the frequent visitor was involved in a car incident while supervising the child in care. The operation did not inactivate this individual until 07/29/2024.
HHSC 745.635(2) — AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-24. Correction verified 2025-07-28.
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Staff background & training Serious
An employee hired on 10/07/24 have completed a training on suicide prevention.
HHSC 749.137(c)(1) — Foster parents and employees must complete at least one hour of annual suicide prevention training.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-28. Correction verified 2025-07-23.
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Staff background & training
A staff member hired on 10/07/24 has not taken a training in Normalcy.
HHSC 749.864(a)(1) — Administrative and prof. staff excluding those working only with adoption services must have 2hrs normalcy training within 90 days of employment.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-28. Correction verified 2025-07-23.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 22, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A background check for a frequent visitor submitted on 06/13/2024-returned ineligible. On 06/28/24 the frequent visitor was involved in a car incident while supervising the child in care. The operation did not inactivate this individual until 07/29/2024.
HHSC 745.635(2) — AP Background check determination - If ineligible then you must immediately remove subject from operation and confirm to CBCU receipt of notice letter
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-24. Correction verified 2025-07-28.
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Staff background & training Serious
An employee hired on 10/07/24 have completed a training on suicide prevention.
HHSC 749.137(c)(1) — Foster parents and employees must complete at least one hour of annual suicide prevention training.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-07-28. Correction verified 2025-07-23.
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Staff background & training
A staff member hired on 10/07/24 has not taken a training in Normalcy.
HHSC 749.864(a)(1) — Administrative and prof. staff excluding those working only with adoption services must have 2hrs normalcy training within 90 days of employment.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-07-28. Correction verified 2025-07-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 17, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One requested personnel file was reported to be located at the owner's personal residence.
HHSC 749.551(a) — Personnel records-Active records maintained at the agency or office where person works
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-23.
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Staff background & training
One of the four foster home files were observed to a foster parent delinquent in taking required annual trainings.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-23.
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Staff background & training
Annual training certificates for one employee was said to be maintained at her personal residence and not filed in her personnel record.
HHSC 749.949(a) — Annual Training Documentation-Keep documentation verifying completion of training in the personnel record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-23.
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Records & paperwork
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Jun 17, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One requested personnel file was reported to be located at the owner's personal residence.
HHSC 749.551(a) — Personnel records-Active records maintained at the agency or office where person works
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-23.
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Staff background & training
One of the four foster home files were observed to a foster parent delinquent in taking required annual trainings.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-23.
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Staff background & training
Annual training certificates for one employee was said to be maintained at her personal residence and not filed in her personnel record.
HHSC 749.949(a) — Annual Training Documentation-Keep documentation verifying completion of training in the personnel record
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-23. Correction verified 2025-06-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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May 20, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A background check was not conducted for a 16-year-old home member when the home re-opened on 11/18/24.
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 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
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Illness & medication Serious
Schedule II Medications were not observed to be double locked as required.
HHSC 749.1521(3) — Medication Storage-Store medication covered by Schedule II of the Texas Controlled Substances Act under double lock in a separate container
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
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Other Serious
A new foster home screening was not conducted after the home closed on 08/22/24 and re-opened on 11/18/24.
HHSC 749.2445(a) — Verification-Agency must complete a foster home screening prior to verifying the foster home
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
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Staff background & training
Foster Parent denied having to demonstrate how to do a restraint during training
HHSC 749.939(c)(3)(B) — Training Criteria-Training must require each participant to demonstrate the physical EBI techniques, if the agency allows the use of EBI.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 20, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
A background check was not conducted for a 16-year-old home member when the home re-opened on 11/18/24.
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 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
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Illness & medication Serious
Schedule II Medications were not observed to be double locked as required.
HHSC 749.1521(3) — Medication Storage-Store medication covered by Schedule II of the Texas Controlled Substances Act under double lock in a separate container
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
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Other Serious
A new foster home screening was not conducted after the home closed on 08/22/24 and re-opened on 11/18/24.
HHSC 749.2445(a) — Verification-Agency must complete a foster home screening prior to verifying the foster home
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
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Staff background & training
Foster Parent denied having to demonstrate how to do a restraint during training
HHSC 749.939(c)(3)(B) — Training Criteria-Training must require each participant to demonstrate the physical EBI techniques, if the agency allows the use of EBI.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-27. Correction verified 2025-05-27.
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Staff background & training Serious
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May 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 13, 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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May 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 13, 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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May 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 9, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 30, 2025 Inspection
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 30, 2025 Inspection
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 28, 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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Apr 28, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 25, 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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Apr 25, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 23, 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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Apr 23, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 20, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication
A child in care sustained an injury that required treatment by a medical professional 3 days prior to the incident being reported to licensing.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(A) — AP Serious Incident-Report to Licensing critical injury or illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional/hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-22. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Apr 20, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Illness & medication
A child in care sustained an injury that required treatment by a medical professional 3 days prior to the incident being reported to licensing.
HHSC 749.503(a)(2)(A) — AP Serious Incident-Report to Licensing critical injury or illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional/hospitalization
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-05-22. Correction verified 2025-05-22.
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Illness & medication
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Apr 19, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
During the investigation inspection it was found that a child's dental exam did not have the results of the exam or any follow up information
HHSC 749.1409(b)(1) — General dental requirements-Child's record must have a copy of the results of the dental exam
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation inspection it was found that several medication logs do not list dosing instructions for the medications prescribed.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(4) — Medication Record-Must include medication name, strength & dosage
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation inspection it was found that a psychotropic medication review was not conducted for a child in care
HHSC 749.1609(c) — Psychotropic medication documentation-Provide medication response information prescribing professional; document professional's evaluation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Other
During the investigation inspection it was found that the fourth quarter visit was not completed for a foster home
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Staff background & training
During the investigation inspection it was found that foster parents had not completed Preventing, Recognizing Youth Sexual Abuse and Trauma Informed Care training timely.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Records & paperwork
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Apr 19, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
During the investigation inspection it was found that a child's dental exam did not have the results of the exam or any follow up information
HHSC 749.1409(b)(1) — General dental requirements-Child's record must have a copy of the results of the dental exam
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation inspection it was found that several medication logs do not list dosing instructions for the medications prescribed.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(4) — Medication Record-Must include medication name, strength & dosage
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation inspection it was found that a psychotropic medication review was not conducted for a child in care
HHSC 749.1609(c) — Psychotropic medication documentation-Provide medication response information prescribing professional; document professional's evaluation
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Other
During the investigation inspection it was found that the fourth quarter visit was not completed for a foster home
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Staff background & training
During the investigation inspection it was found that foster parents had not completed Preventing, Recognizing Youth Sexual Abuse and Trauma Informed Care training timely.
HHSC 749.933(a)(2) — Training Timeline-Each person must complete the required annual training during each subsequent 12-month period or beginning of provision of care.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Apr 18, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A child?s service plan was completed and implemented late at 183 days.
HHSC 749.1331(1) — Service Plan Review and Update-Review and update the plan for children receiving child-care services at least 180 days from the date of last plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication Serious
A child in care did not take medication on several dates and there is no documentation to support why the child had not taken medication.
HHSC 749.1463(b)(5) — Administration of Medication-Ensure the child has taken the medication as prescribed
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Supervision & ratios
A child's service plan lists another child's name. A child's Service Plan advises that a child's last medical exam was completed on 4/8/24, however the medical documentation reflect the last medical exam being 4/30/2024. A child's service plan advises that the child would continue to attend his therapy sessions, however it does not contain information of the child refusing to continue the service. The date of a child?s last physical exam is documented as 8/5/2024 and the per the documentation in the record the last Texas Health Steps was 11/15/2024. A child's service plan advises that current psychological had not been completed, however there had been a psychological completed on 10/21/24. This same child's medical section of the service plan list the last physical exam as 4/16/24, however, documentation reflects that the last physical exam was on 6/27/24. The Dental exam for the same child reflects being completed on 5/6/24, however records reflect that the last dental exam was completed on 6/27/24. A child's record reflects that the last Physical exam was completed on 8/5/24, however, records reflect that the last exam was completed on 11/15/24.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
The medication logs do not contain the names of prescribing health care professionals.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(2) — Medication Record-Must include prescribing health-care professional's name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
The medication record is missing the name of the person who administered on several different days.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(6) — Medication Record-Must include name & signature of person who administered each medication
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Other
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Apr 18, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A child?s service plan was completed and implemented late at 183 days.
HHSC 749.1331(1) — Service Plan Review and Update-Review and update the plan for children receiving child-care services at least 180 days from the date of last plan
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication Serious
A child in care did not take medication on several dates and there is no documentation to support why the child had not taken medication.
HHSC 749.1463(b)(5) — Administration of Medication-Ensure the child has taken the medication as prescribed
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Supervision & ratios
A child's service plan lists another child's name. A child's Service Plan advises that a child's last medical exam was completed on 4/8/24, however the medical documentation reflect the last medical exam being 4/30/2024. A child's service plan advises that the child would continue to attend his therapy sessions, however it does not contain information of the child refusing to continue the service. The date of a child?s last physical exam is documented as 8/5/2024 and the per the documentation in the record the last Texas Health Steps was 11/15/2024. A child's service plan advises that current psychological had not been completed, however there had been a psychological completed on 10/21/24. This same child's medical section of the service plan list the last physical exam as 4/16/24, however, documentation reflects that the last physical exam was on 6/27/24. The Dental exam for the same child reflects being completed on 5/6/24, however records reflect that the last dental exam was completed on 6/27/24. A child's record reflects that the last Physical exam was completed on 8/5/24, however, records reflect that the last exam was completed on 11/15/24.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
The medication logs do not contain the names of prescribing health care professionals.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(2) — Medication Record-Must include prescribing health-care professional's name
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
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Illness & medication
The medication record is missing the name of the person who administered on several different days.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(6) — Medication Record-Must include name & signature of person who administered each medication
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Apr 17, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 17, 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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Apr 17, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication Serious
During the inspection, a full pill bottle was found in the kitchen cupboard, and the cabinet is not double locked.
HHSC 749.1521(3) — Medication Storage-Store medication covered by Schedule II of the Texas Controlled Substances Act under double lock in a separate container
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-04-24. Correction verified 2025-04-23.
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Illness & medication Serious
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Apr 17, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication Serious
During the inspection, a full pill bottle was found in the kitchen cupboard, and the cabinet is not double locked.
HHSC 749.1521(3) — Medication Storage-Store medication covered by Schedule II of the Texas Controlled Substances Act under double lock in a separate container
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-04-24. Correction verified 2025-04-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication Serious
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Apr 17, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 17, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 9, 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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Apr 3, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Children in care reported being spanked with a belt, punched, and pinched by caregiver.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-03.
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Other
Caregiver was heard on audio using profanity towards children in care.
HHSC 749.1957(9) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-03.
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Supervision & ratios
Children in care were monitored by the caregiver via doorbell camera while the children were home alone, despite service plans requiring constant supervision by the caregiver inside and outside of the home.
HHSC 749.2593(c)(6) — Supervision-Caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratio must implement and follow the children's service plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 3, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Children in care reported being spanked with a belt, punched, and pinched by caregiver.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-03.
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Other
Caregiver was heard on audio using profanity towards children in care.
HHSC 749.1957(9) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-03.
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Supervision & ratios
Children in care were monitored by the caregiver via doorbell camera while the children were home alone, despite service plans requiring constant supervision by the caregiver inside and outside of the home.
HHSC 749.2593(c)(6) — Supervision-Caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratio must implement and follow the children's service plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-09. Correction verified 2025-06-03.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Mar 28, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Infant's crib contains a bumper, pillow, and toy attached to it.
HHSC 749.1813(b) — AP Prohibited for infants-Crib must be bare except for tight fitting sheet & crib mattress cover per 749.1813(c) for infant less than 12 months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-07. Correction verified 2025-05-07.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Mar 28, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Infant's crib contains a bumper, pillow, and toy attached to it.
HHSC 749.1813(b) — AP Prohibited for infants-Crib must be bare except for tight fitting sheet & crib mattress cover per 749.1813(c) for infant less than 12 months
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-05-07. Correction verified 2025-05-07.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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Mar 28, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 28, 2025 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 19, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 19, 2025 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 19, 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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Mar 19, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 19, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The foster parents did not implement and follow 2 children's service plans when the children were allowed to play outside alone.
HHSC 749.2593(c)(6) — Supervision-Caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratio must implement and follow the children's service plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-24. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Mar 19, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The foster parents did not implement and follow 2 children's service plans when the children were allowed to play outside alone.
HHSC 749.2593(c)(6) — Supervision-Caregivers counted in child/caregiver ratio must implement and follow the children's service plans
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-24. Correction verified 2025-04-24.
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Supervision & ratios
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Mar 13, 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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Mar 13, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The edge of the home needs to be repair.
HHSC 749.3041(1) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that home is safe for children, kept clean, and in good repair
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-14. Correction verified 2025-03-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 6, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
The edge of the home needs to be repair.
HHSC 749.3041(1) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that home is safe for children, kept clean, and in good repair
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-14. Correction verified 2025-03-19.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Mar 4, 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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Mar 4, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 2, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 2, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 27, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 27, 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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Feb 25, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 25, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 21, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 21, 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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Feb 21, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 21, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Feb 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 18, 2025 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 8, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
After engaging in a verbal altercation, the caregiver instructed the child to pack their belongings as a result of her behaviors.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vi) — Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free from being threatened with the loss of placement or shelter as punishment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-14. Correction verified 2025-03-14.
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Other
A caregiver admitted to throwing a liquid substance on a child in care.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vii) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's rights to be free from being subjected to demeaning behavior to embarrass, control, harm, intimidate or isolate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-14. Correction verified 2025-03-14.
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Other
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Feb 8, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
After engaging in a verbal altercation, the caregiver instructed the child to pack their belongings as a result of her behaviors.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vi) — Children's rights-Adhere to the child's rights to be free from being threatened with the loss of placement or shelter as punishment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-03-14. Correction verified 2025-03-14.
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Other
A caregiver admitted to throwing a liquid substance on a child in care.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vii) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's rights to be free from being subjected to demeaning behavior to embarrass, control, harm, intimidate or isolate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-14. Correction verified 2025-03-14.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 8, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 8, 2025 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 5, 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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Feb 5, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 30, 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 30, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 23, 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 23, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 21, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Two of two children were prescribed medication that was being administered, but there was no medication logs available for review during the inspection.
HHSC 749.1541(b) — Medication Record-Must update cumulative medication record within 24 hours of administering medication
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-28. Correction verified 2025-01-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Jan 21, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
Two of two children were prescribed medication that was being administered, but there was no medication logs available for review during the inspection.
HHSC 749.1541(b) — Medication Record-Must update cumulative medication record within 24 hours of administering medication
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-28. Correction verified 2025-01-28.
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Illness & medication
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Jan 21, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During Investigation Inspection, the foster parent did not allow licensing staff into the foster home in conducting inspection as related to investigation.
HHSC 745.8411(b)(4) — Responsibilities - Not delay or prevent inspection or investigation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-02-20. Correction verified 2025-02-24.
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Other
It was determined a caregiver utilized inappropriate, threatening comments toward an adolescent in care.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vii) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's rights to be free from being subjected to demeaning behavior to embarrass, control, harm, intimidate or isolate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-20. Correction verified 2025-02-20.
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Other Serious
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Jan 21, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
During Investigation Inspection, the foster parent did not allow licensing staff into the foster home in conducting inspection as related to investigation.
HHSC 745.8411(b)(4) — Responsibilities - Not delay or prevent inspection or investigation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-02-20. Correction verified 2025-02-24.
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Other
It was determined a caregiver utilized inappropriate, threatening comments toward an adolescent in care.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vii) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's rights to be free from being subjected to demeaning behavior to embarrass, control, harm, intimidate or isolate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-02-20. Correction verified 2025-02-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jan 8, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 8, 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 7, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 7, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 7, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Two of the five child records were observed to have Initial Service Plans deleted from their electronic files.
HHSC 749.579(1) — Active child record-Ensure record is kept accurate and current
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-10. Correction verified 2025-01-10.
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Records & paperwork
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Jan 7, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Two of the five child records were observed to have Initial Service Plans deleted from their electronic files.
HHSC 749.579(1) — Active child record-Ensure record is kept accurate and current
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-01-10. Correction verified 2025-01-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Jan 6, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Three youth over the age of six of opposite genders shared a bedroom without prior assessment and approval.
HHSC 749.3029(b)(1)(D) — Bedroom Space-Before allowing children of opposite gender to share a bedroom, service planning team must assess history of sexual trauma/behavior.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-11. Correction verified 2025-02-11.
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Other
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Jan 6, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Three youth over the age of six of opposite genders shared a bedroom without prior assessment and approval.
HHSC 749.3029(b)(1)(D) — Bedroom Space-Before allowing children of opposite gender to share a bedroom, service planning team must assess history of sexual trauma/behavior.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-02-11. Correction verified 2025-02-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Jan 3, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 3, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 2, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 2, 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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Dec 30, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, a hole was observed in the kids bedroom. It was fixed during the inspection. Furthermore, many of the baseboards were missing throughout the home. The kitchen sink appeared dirty. The foster parents' bathroom where the cats litter box is kept, smelt of strong cat feces. The air vent in the laundry room was observed appeared to be filthy and stained and needs to be replaced. Overall, the home has a strong animal and musty odor.
HHSC 749.3041(1) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that home is safe for children, kept clean, and in good repair
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Dec 30, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the inspection, a hole was observed in the kids bedroom. It was fixed during the inspection. Furthermore, many of the baseboards were missing throughout the home. The kitchen sink appeared dirty. The foster parents' bathroom where the cats litter box is kept, smelt of strong cat feces. The air vent in the laundry room was observed appeared to be filthy and stained and needs to be replaced. Overall, the home has a strong animal and musty odor.
HHSC 749.3041(1) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that home is safe for children, kept clean, and in good repair
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-01-02.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One of the four child records reviewed was observed to be missing a signed copy of the Child's Rights.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
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Records & paperwork Serious
Three of the four child records reviewed were observed to not have monthly FTF contacts for more than two consecutive months this year.
HHSC 749.1291(a) — Contact between child placement staff and children-except for child with PMN needs, monthly FTF contact; no longer than 60 days without a visit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
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Other
Service Plan has not been completed for a child who came into care on 09/24/2024.
HHSC 749.1307 — Service Planning-Complete the initial service plan within 45 days after child is admitted
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
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Other
Two of the four foster homes reviewed were observed to be missing one quarterly visit each for year 2024.
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
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Records & paperwork
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Dec 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One of the four child records reviewed was observed to be missing a signed copy of the Child's Rights.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
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Records & paperwork Serious
Three of the four child records reviewed were observed to not have monthly FTF contacts for more than two consecutive months this year.
HHSC 749.1291(a) — Contact between child placement staff and children-except for child with PMN needs, monthly FTF contact; no longer than 60 days without a visit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
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Other
Service Plan has not been completed for a child who came into care on 09/24/2024.
HHSC 749.1307 — Service Planning-Complete the initial service plan within 45 days after child is admitted
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
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Other
Two of the four foster homes reviewed were observed to be missing one quarterly visit each for year 2024.
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-12-19. Correction verified 2024-12-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Dec 6, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 6, 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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Dec 5, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A photo of the children's bathroom showed a bottle of Clorox toilet cleaner sitting on top of the toilet, within reach of the children of the care.
HHSC 749.3041(7) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that flammable or poisonous substances are stored out of reach of children, as needed
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-06. Correction verified 2025-03-06.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Dec 5, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
A photo of the children's bathroom showed a bottle of Clorox toilet cleaner sitting on top of the toilet, within reach of the children of the care.
HHSC 749.3041(7) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that flammable or poisonous substances are stored out of reach of children, as needed
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-01-06. Correction verified 2025-03-06.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Nov 27, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 27, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 18, 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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Nov 18, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 6, 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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Nov 6, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 1, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 1, 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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Oct 18, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 18, 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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Oct 17, 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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Oct 17, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 17, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 17, 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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Oct 14, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 14, 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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Oct 13, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 13, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 2, 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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Oct 2, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 27, 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 26, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 26, 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 19, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 19, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 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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Sep 18, 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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Sep 18, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 18, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver admitted to using inappropriate language towards a child in care.
HHSC 749.1957(9) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
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Other
The caregiver did not attempt to de-escalate the situation.
HHSC 749.2151(a) — EBI Implementation-Must be an appropriate response to the behavior demonstrated, and de-escalation must have failed
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
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Other Serious
A child in care stated that he felt like he could not breathe during the restraint.
HHSC 749.2151(c)(2) — EBI Implementation-Caregiver must use the minimal amount of reasonable and necessary physical force
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
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Discipline & child guidance
The operation did not report a serious incident when it occurred
HHSC 749.509(b) — Reporting serious incident-If involves child under care of foster parent then must be reported directly to the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Sep 18, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
A caregiver admitted to using inappropriate language towards a child in care.
HHSC 749.1957(9) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
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Other
The caregiver did not attempt to de-escalate the situation.
HHSC 749.2151(a) — EBI Implementation-Must be an appropriate response to the behavior demonstrated, and de-escalation must have failed
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
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Other Serious
A child in care stated that he felt like he could not breathe during the restraint.
HHSC 749.2151(c)(2) — EBI Implementation-Caregiver must use the minimal amount of reasonable and necessary physical force
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
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Discipline & child guidance
The operation did not report a serious incident when it occurred
HHSC 749.509(b) — Reporting serious incident-If involves child under care of foster parent then must be reported directly to the Texas Abuse and Neglect Hotline
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-11-22. Correction verified 2024-11-25.
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Other
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Sep 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
One of four employee files was observed to have a delinquent CPR First Aid Training that expired on 06/07/24.
HHSC 749.911(a) — Each caregiver must have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-19. Correction verified 2024-09-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 12, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
One of four employee files was observed to have a delinquent CPR First Aid Training that expired on 06/07/24.
HHSC 749.911(a) — Each caregiver must have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-19. Correction verified 2024-09-19.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Sep 12, 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 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 2, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Upon inspecting the children's room, I observed Cory's bed without proper linens and the mattress protector was not in an effective state. it was torn and only covering to the middle of the bed.
HHSC 749.3031(b) — Beds and bedding-beds must be clean and comfortable
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-09. Correction verified 2024-09-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Stair railing is detached from wall, causing there to be a lack of support upon climbing the stairs. A piece of wood on a stair step is detached. The restroom was full of un-discarded trash, as well as the toilet being full of bodily waste and tissue.
HHSC 749.3041(1) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that home is safe for children, kept clean, and in good repair
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-09. Correction verified 2024-09-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Sep 2, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Upon inspecting the children's room, I observed Cory's bed without proper linens and the mattress protector was not in an effective state. it was torn and only covering to the middle of the bed.
HHSC 749.3031(b) — Beds and bedding-beds must be clean and comfortable
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-09. Correction verified 2024-09-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
Stair railing is detached from wall, causing there to be a lack of support upon climbing the stairs. A piece of wood on a stair step is detached. The restroom was full of un-discarded trash, as well as the toilet being full of bodily waste and tissue.
HHSC 749.3041(1) — Physical Environment-Foster home must ensure that home is safe for children, kept clean, and in good repair
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-09. Correction verified 2024-09-09.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
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Sep 1, 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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Sep 1, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 27, 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 24, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Foster parent admitted to spanking children in care with a belt.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-30. Correction verified 2024-09-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Aug 24, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Foster parent admitted to spanking children in care with a belt.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-30. Correction verified 2024-09-30.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Aug 20, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two children in care slept in the same bed at a foster parent's home.
HHSC 749.3031(a) — Beds and bedding-each child shall have his own bed and mattress
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-20. Correction verified 2024-09-20.
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Other
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Aug 20, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two children in care slept in the same bed at a foster parent's home.
HHSC 749.3031(a) — Beds and bedding-each child shall have his own bed and mattress
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-20. Correction verified 2024-09-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Aug 16, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 16, 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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Aug 3, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The foster parent opened and read confidential emails sent to and from a child and attorney ad-litem.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(3)(E) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's right to send and receive uncensored mail, have telephone conversations, visitors and keep a personal journal
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-04. Correction verified 2024-09-04.
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Other Serious
Foster parent did not exercise prudent judgement when allowing a child to have contact with his biological mother although the child's service plan stated that contact between the child and parent was prohibited.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-04. Correction verified 2024-09-04.
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Other
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Aug 3, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The foster parent opened and read confidential emails sent to and from a child and attorney ad-litem.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(3)(E) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's right to send and receive uncensored mail, have telephone conversations, visitors and keep a personal journal
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-04. Correction verified 2024-09-04.
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Other Serious
Foster parent did not exercise prudent judgement when allowing a child to have contact with his biological mother although the child's service plan stated that contact between the child and parent was prohibited.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-09-04. Correction verified 2024-09-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Jul 27, 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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Jul 27, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 24, 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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Jul 24, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 24, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the investigation, it was found that the driver did not provide any of the children with safety car seats when they were transported to placement.
HHSC 749.3103 — Driver & passengers must follow all laws when driving, including laws on use of child passenger safety seat systems, seat belts & liability insurance
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-16. Correction verified 2024-08-28.
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Safety & premises
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Jul 24, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During the investigation, it was found that the driver did not provide any of the children with safety car seats when they were transported to placement.
HHSC 749.3103 — Driver & passengers must follow all laws when driving, including laws on use of child passenger safety seat systems, seat belts & liability insurance
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-08-16. Correction verified 2024-08-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises
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Jul 13, 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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Jul 13, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 26, 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 26, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 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 14, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 12, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 12, 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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May 30, 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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May 30, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 29, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 29, 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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May 28, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A foster parent did not exercise prudent judgement when engaging in inappropriate contact with a child in care.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-11-11. Correction verified 2024-11-11.
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Other Serious
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May 28, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
A foster parent did not exercise prudent judgement when engaging in inappropriate contact with a child in care.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-11-11. Correction verified 2024-11-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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May 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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May 15, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 1, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 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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Apr 30, 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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Apr 30, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 30, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 30, 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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Apr 26, 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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Apr 26, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 12, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A ten-year-old child in care was able to obtain a foster parent's handgun from the vehicle and was able to maintain possession of the firearm at school which could have resulted in substantial harm to himself and others.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(1)(B) — Children's rights-Safety & care including right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child in care retrieved the foster parent's handgun without the foster parent's knowledge and was able to have it in possession for a period of time.
HHSC 749.2593(a)(3) — Supervision-The caregiver is responsible for ensuring each child's safety and well being, including auditory and/or visual awareness of the child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
A child in care was able to access an unloaded handgun while being transported by the foster parent.
HHSC 749.2967(a)(2) — May transport a child in vehicle with firearms-(other than handguns), other weapons-explosive materials-or projectiles if inaccessible to the child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
Foster parent's did not exercise prudent judgement when leaving an unloaded firearm accessible to a child in care who has a history of high-risk behaviors.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 12, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A ten-year-old child in care was able to obtain a foster parent's handgun from the vehicle and was able to maintain possession of the firearm at school which could have resulted in substantial harm to himself and others.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(1)(B) — Children's rights-Safety & care including right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A child in care retrieved the foster parent's handgun without the foster parent's knowledge and was able to have it in possession for a period of time.
HHSC 749.2593(a)(3) — Supervision-The caregiver is responsible for ensuring each child's safety and well being, including auditory and/or visual awareness of the child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
A child in care was able to access an unloaded handgun while being transported by the foster parent.
HHSC 749.2967(a)(2) — May transport a child in vehicle with firearms-(other than handguns), other weapons-explosive materials-or projectiles if inaccessible to the child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
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Safety & premises Serious
Foster parent's did not exercise prudent judgement when leaving an unloaded firearm accessible to a child in care who has a history of high-risk behaviors.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-05-23. Correction verified 2024-05-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 11, 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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Apr 11, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 30, 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 30, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 29, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Foster parent was observed on camera physically hitting a child in care on the arm and throwing a backpack containing a Chromebook hitting another child in care on the head.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(1)(B) — Children's rights-Safety & care including right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-10.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Foster parent used corporal punishment as a form of discipline on children in care as a mean to get them to comply.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-10.
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Other Serious
A foster parent physically disciplined children in care in the presence of other children on the school bus while performing daily work duties.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Feb 29, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Foster parent was observed on camera physically hitting a child in care on the arm and throwing a backpack containing a Chromebook hitting another child in care on the head.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(1)(B) — Children's rights-Safety & care including right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-10.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Foster parent used corporal punishment as a form of discipline on children in care as a mean to get them to comply.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-10.
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Other Serious
A foster parent physically disciplined children in care in the presence of other children on the school bus while performing daily work duties.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-10.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Feb 27, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Two of the eight child right's forms reviewed was observed to be missing signatures.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-05. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
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Safety & premises
One of the eight foster homes reviewed was observed to be missing documentation for annual disaster and emergency drills.
HHSC 749.2908(b) — Disaster and Emergency-foster home must document discussions and drills, including date and time of each
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-05. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Feb 27, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
Two of the eight child right's forms reviewed was observed to be missing signatures.
HHSC 749.1005(d) — Informing child of rights-Person being informed must sign statement indicating he read and understands rights; signed copy filed in child's record
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-05. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
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Safety & premises
One of the eight foster homes reviewed was observed to be missing documentation for annual disaster and emergency drills.
HHSC 749.2908(b) — Disaster and Emergency-foster home must document discussions and drills, including date and time of each
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-03-05. Correction verified 2024-03-05.
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Records & paperwork
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Feb 5, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the investigation, the foster mother admitted to "popping" a child in care on the hand in order to control his behaviors.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vii) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's rights to be free from being subjected to demeaning behavior to embarrass, control, harm, intimidate or isolate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-23. Correction verified 2024-04-03.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation, it was found that medication recording logs were completed at the end of the week.
HHSC 749.1541(b) — Medication Record-Must update cumulative medication record within 24 hours of administering medication
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-23. Correction verified 2024-04-03.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 5, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the investigation, the foster mother admitted to "popping" a child in care on the hand in order to control his behaviors.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(4)(A)(vii) — Children's rights-Adhere to child's rights to be free from being subjected to demeaning behavior to embarrass, control, harm, intimidate or isolate
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-02-23. Correction verified 2024-04-03.
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Illness & medication
During the investigation, it was found that medication recording logs were completed at the end of the week.
HHSC 749.1541(b) — Medication Record-Must update cumulative medication record within 24 hours of administering medication
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-02-23. Correction verified 2024-04-03.
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Other
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Jan 20, 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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Jan 20, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 27, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Child in care was left alone in the foster parents' home. Foster parent states the development of the child was an 8 years old, child requires auditory and eyesight supervision.
HHSC 749.2593(a)(3) — Supervision-The caregiver is responsible for ensuring each child's safety and well being, including auditory and/or visual awareness of the child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-09. Correction verified 2024-02-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Dec 27, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Child in care was left alone in the foster parents' home. Foster parent states the development of the child was an 8 years old, child requires auditory and eyesight supervision.
HHSC 749.2593(a)(3) — Supervision-The caregiver is responsible for ensuring each child's safety and well being, including auditory and/or visual awareness of the child
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2024-02-09. Correction verified 2024-02-05.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Dec 6, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An employee was hired and allowed to conduct home visits without an approved background check.
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 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Safety & premises
An Admission Assessment for a child placed in the home on July 21, 2023 was not completed until October 22, 2023.
HHSC 749.1187(a) — Emergency admission-Complete all of the requirements for an admission assessment within 40 days from the date of admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Other Serious
It was observed that one of the child's files did not have a monthly visit for April, May, June, July, August, September, or October 2023.
HHSC 749.1291(a) — Contact between child placement staff and children-except for child with PMN needs, monthly FTF contact; no longer than 60 days without a visit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Other
It was observed that a Preliminary Service Plan was not completed for a child placed in a home on 07/21/2023.
HHSC 749.1301(a) — Preliminary Service Planning-Complete a preliminary service plan that addresses child's immediate needs within 72 hours of admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2024-01-15.
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Supervision & ratios
It was observed that a TB exam was not completed for a one-year-old child in care.
HHSC 749.1417(a) — TB exam-Persons over 1 yr old who live, work, volunteer at operation have exam w/in 30 days, unless person had previous exam that meets requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Staff background & training Serious
One of the four caregiver files was observed to have an expired CPR certification.
HHSC 749.983 — First-aid-CPR renewal-Each caregiver must complete any new first-aid training or CPR training, as required to maintain a current certification
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Dec 6, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
An employee was hired and allowed to conduct home visits without an approved background check.
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 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Safety & premises
An Admission Assessment for a child placed in the home on July 21, 2023 was not completed until October 22, 2023.
HHSC 749.1187(a) — Emergency admission-Complete all of the requirements for an admission assessment within 40 days from the date of admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Other Serious
It was observed that one of the child's files did not have a monthly visit for April, May, June, July, August, September, or October 2023.
HHSC 749.1291(a) — Contact between child placement staff and children-except for child with PMN needs, monthly FTF contact; no longer than 60 days without a visit
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Other
It was observed that a Preliminary Service Plan was not completed for a child placed in a home on 07/21/2023.
HHSC 749.1301(a) — Preliminary Service Planning-Complete a preliminary service plan that addresses child's immediate needs within 72 hours of admission
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2024-01-15.
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Supervision & ratios
It was observed that a TB exam was not completed for a one-year-old child in care.
HHSC 749.1417(a) — TB exam-Persons over 1 yr old who live, work, volunteer at operation have exam w/in 30 days, unless person had previous exam that meets requirements
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Staff background & training Serious
One of the four caregiver files was observed to have an expired CPR certification.
HHSC 749.983 — First-aid-CPR renewal-Each caregiver must complete any new first-aid training or CPR training, as required to maintain a current certification
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-12-15. Correction verified 2023-12-15.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Nov 2, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 2, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 24, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 24, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 22, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 22, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 20, 2023 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 6, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the investigation it was found that service plans were not completed in a timely manner
HHSC 749.1307 — Service Planning-Complete the initial service plan within 45 days after child is admitted
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-09. Correction verified 2024-03-19.
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Records & paperwork
During the investigation it was found that notification for service plan review was not given to parents in a timely manner.
HHSC 749.1313(a) — Initial Service Planning Team-Agency must give child's parent and foster parent at least two weeks advance notice of the review
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2023-11-09. Correction verified 2024-03-19.
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Other
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Sep 6, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
During the investigation it was found that service plans were not completed in a timely manner
HHSC 749.1307 — Service Planning-Complete the initial service plan within 45 days after child is admitted
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-11-09. Correction verified 2024-03-19.
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Records & paperwork
During the investigation it was found that notification for service plan review was not given to parents in a timely manner.
HHSC 749.1313(a) — Initial Service Planning Team-Agency must give child's parent and foster parent at least two weeks advance notice of the review
HHSC risk weight: Low. Corrected 2023-11-09. Correction verified 2024-03-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Aug 25, 2023 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 25, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 22, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Operation did not provide a 30-day notice in regard to new location.
HHSC 749.153(a)(1)(B) — Notification - At least 30 days in advance - Change in agency location
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-25. Correction verified 2023-08-23.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Aug 22, 2023 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Operation did not provide a 30-day notice in regard to new location.
HHSC 749.153(a)(1)(B) — Notification - At least 30 days in advance - Change in agency location
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-08-25. Correction verified 2023-08-23.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 19, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The child in care had a cell phone that could only be used at the library in case of an emergency, as it required Wi-Fi to work; as such, the child was without a method of contacting the foster parents during the use of public transportation to and from the library.
HHSC 749.2593(d)(4) — Supervision caregiver responsibility- Child participating in unsupervised activity - caregiver must give child way to contact him/her in emergency
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-23. Correction verified 2023-10-23.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 19, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
The child in care had a cell phone that could only be used at the library in case of an emergency, as it required Wi-Fi to work; as such, the child was without a method of contacting the foster parents during the use of public transportation to and from the library.
HHSC 749.2593(d)(4) — Supervision caregiver responsibility- Child participating in unsupervised activity - caregiver must give child way to contact him/her in emergency
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-23. Correction verified 2023-10-23.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 15, 2023 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 15, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 14, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 14, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 28, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 28, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 30, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A foster parent admitted to leaving foster children ages 12, 9 and 8 in the care of a 15-year-old home member.
HHSC 749.2599(1) — Supervision-16-year-old or older may serve as babysitter with child placement management staff approval and established limits on duration/frequency
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-20. Correction verified 2023-07-20.
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Supervision & ratios
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May 30, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
A foster parent admitted to leaving foster children ages 12, 9 and 8 in the care of a 15-year-old home member.
HHSC 749.2599(1) — Supervision-16-year-old or older may serve as babysitter with child placement management staff approval and established limits on duration/frequency
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-07-20. Correction verified 2023-07-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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May 26, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 26, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 15, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 15, 2023 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 28, 2023 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 28, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 24, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jan 24, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 10, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Dec 10, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 11, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 11, 2022 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 4, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 4, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 29, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 29, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 22, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 22, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 26, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 26, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jul 27, 2022 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 27, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two out of two home screenings reviewed did not have the prospective foster parent's income confirmed by bank statements or tax returns. One prospective foster parent's income was only verified verbally.
HHSC 749.2447(6)(B)(ii) — Foster Home Screening-Document and assess for each prospective parent copy of 2 bank statements and/or previous year's tax return
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-12. Correction verified 2022-07-12.
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Other
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Jun 28, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Two out of two home screenings reviewed did not have the prospective foster parent's income confirmed by bank statements or tax returns. One prospective foster parent's income was only verified verbally.
HHSC 749.2447(6)(B)(ii) — Foster Home Screening-Document and assess for each prospective parent copy of 2 bank statements and/or previous year's tax return
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-12. Correction verified 2022-07-12.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Jun 20, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 20, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 14, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 9, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 9, 2022 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 2, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Two children in care made an outcry of physical discipline by their caregiver.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-05. Correction verified 2022-08-05.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jun 2, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
Two children in care made an outcry of physical discipline by their caregiver.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-08-05. Correction verified 2022-08-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jun 2, 2022 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 2, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 1, 2022 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 1, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 31, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Medicine (non-prescribed melatonin) resembling candy was left in an area of the home where candy was also present and accessible to children in care.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-15. Correction verified 2022-07-21.
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Safety & premises Serious
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May 31, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
Medicine (non-prescribed melatonin) resembling candy was left in an area of the home where candy was also present and accessible to children in care.
HHSC 749.607(1) — Employee and caregiver responsibilities-Competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-07-15. Correction verified 2022-07-21.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Safety & premises Serious
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May 19, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 19, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 20, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Apr 20, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 2, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One of the eight foster homes was observed to be missing annual transportation training.
HHSC 749.4155(3)(C) — Annual Training-must include 2 hrs of transportation safety training if staff transports child in group home whose age is 9 or younger
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
A review of one foster home record showed that both foster parents were delinquent on Pediatric First Aid Training.
HHSC 749.911(a) — Each caregiver must have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
A review of one foster home record showed that both foster parents were delinquent on Pediatric CPR Training.
HHSC 749.911(b) — Each caregiver must have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric CPR.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
One of the eight foster homes was observed to be missing annual trauma informed care.
HHSC 749.930(c)(2) — Annual Training-Each caregiver must complete 2hrs annual training on trauma informed care.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training
One of the eight foster homes was observed to be missing annual normalcy training.
HHSC 749.931(b)(3) — Annual Training- Must include 1 hour of normalcy.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Mar 2, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
One of the eight foster homes was observed to be missing annual transportation training.
HHSC 749.4155(3)(C) — Annual Training-must include 2 hrs of transportation safety training if staff transports child in group home whose age is 9 or younger
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
A review of one foster home record showed that both foster parents were delinquent on Pediatric First Aid Training.
HHSC 749.911(a) — Each caregiver must have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
A review of one foster home record showed that both foster parents were delinquent on Pediatric CPR Training.
HHSC 749.911(b) — Each caregiver must have a current certificate of training with an expiration or renewal date in pediatric CPR.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training Serious
One of the eight foster homes was observed to be missing annual trauma informed care.
HHSC 749.930(c)(2) — Annual Training-Each caregiver must complete 2hrs annual training on trauma informed care.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training
One of the eight foster homes was observed to be missing annual normalcy training.
HHSC 749.931(b)(3) — Annual Training- Must include 1 hour of normalcy.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-03-09. Correction verified 2022-03-09.
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Staff background & training
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Feb 25, 2022 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 25, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 11, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 11, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 1, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A child in care reported being spanked with a belt and extension cord as a form of punishment.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(1)(B) — Children's rights-Safety & care including right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-15. Correction verified 2022-03-15.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A child in care was subjected to corporal punishment by being spanked by his foster parent.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-15. Correction verified 2022-03-15.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Feb 1, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A child in care reported being spanked with a belt and extension cord as a form of punishment.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(1)(B) — Children's rights-Safety & care including right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-15. Correction verified 2022-03-15.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A child in care was subjected to corporal punishment by being spanked by his foster parent.
HHSC 749.1953(a) — Corporal Punishment-May not use/threaten corporal punishment, such as hitting/spanking, forced exercise, holding physical position, unproductive work.
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2022-03-15. Correction verified 2022-03-15.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Nov 10, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 10, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 4, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Nov 4, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 10, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Oct 10, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 5, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 5, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 23, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 23, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 16, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 16, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 11, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Sep 11, 2021 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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