Sonshine Ministries
10201 JERRY DUNN PKWY, Benbrook, TX 76126 · Tarrant County
Program
- Type
- Licensed center
- Licensed capacity
- 204
- Ages
- Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
- Hours
- 06:30 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Casey Schmidt
- Phone
- (817) 249-5614
- Regulated since
- Apr 7, 2004
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 222009 · number 825846
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 4 | Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (3), Other (1) |
| 2025 | 25 | 11 | Cleanliness & sanitation (1), Illness & medication (2), Supervision & ratios (7), Safety & premises (3), Food & allergies (1), Staff background & training (1), Records & paperwork (2), Other (8) |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | Safety & premises (1), Staff background & training (1) |
| 2023 | 8 | 5 | Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (1), Records & paperwork (1), Other (2) |
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Sep 21, 2026 Inspection
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 24, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 12, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 14, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 19, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 9, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises Serious
During the inspection an infant who could not roll over independently was observed in the crib face down.
HHSC 746.2427 — AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-03-09. Correction verified 2026-03-19.
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Safety & premises Serious
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Mar 5, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
This was determined to be deficient due to a toddler being left alone and unsupervised in a classroom.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-01. Correction verified 2026-04-14.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to report the incident to CCR within the required timeframe.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-01. Correction verified 2026-04-14.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The operation failed to notify the parent immediately of a non-routine situation that may have placed a child at risk for injury or harm.
HHSC 746.307(b)(4) — Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-04-01. Correction verified 2026-04-14.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Feb 23, 2026 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
During the inspection two out of ten staff evaluated did not have current First Aid.
HHSC 746.1315(a) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-13. Correction verified 2026-03-19.
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Staff background & training
During the inspection three out of ten staff evaluated did not have current CPR training.
HHSC 746.1315(b) — Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-13. Correction verified 2026-03-19.
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Other
During the walk through a classroom was observed with inadequate lighting to be able to properly supervise the children while sleeping. This was corrected during the inspection when staff turned on classroom lighting.
HHSC 746.2911 — Adequate Lighting During Naptime
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-02-23.
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Supervision & ratios
During the inspection there was a tall bookshelf in a classroom that wobbled when touched and was not anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the operation removed the shelf from the classroom during the inspection.
HHSC 746.3701 — Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2026-02-23.
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Illness & medication
During the inspection the operation did not have a medication listed on a Food Emergency Plan.
HHSC 746.605(12)(C) — Required Admission Information - Prescribed Medications; Long Term Use
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-13. Correction verified 2026-03-19.
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Illness & medication
Four out of ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records on file.
HHSC 746.613(b) — Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-03-13. Correction verified 2026-03-19.
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Staff background & training
During the inspection three out of ten staff did not have documentation they received an orientation.
HHSC 746.901(11) — Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-03-13. Correction verified 2026-03-19.
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Staff background & training
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Dec 22, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 19, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork Serious
Sole caregiver in two year old classroom reported having 11 children. Caregiver was present with 13 children.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(2) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-19. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Supervision & ratios
Sole caregiver was observed with eight infants with a specified age of 17 months. Corrected when a second caregiver was added to the classroom.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-19. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Supervision & ratios
During an inspection operation was observed not following a safety plan implemented by CCR and DFPS.
HHSC 746.201(9) — Complying with Laws and Rules
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-22. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Other Serious
Two infants were observed at time of inspection for over 15 minutes in restrictive devices.
HHSC 746.2417(2)(B) — Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-19. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Other
Three out of thirteen rooms were observed without adequate lighting during nap time at time of inspection.
HHSC 746.2911 — Adequate Lighting During Naptime
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-12-19. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Records & paperwork Serious
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Dec 9, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Sole caregiver for seven toddler children was observed sleeping during nap time.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-09. Correction verified 2025-12-19.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Nov 25, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Safety & premises
During an investigation inspection it was determined cribs in the infant classroom with children under 9 months old are stacking mattresses for use of sleep.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(1) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-11-25. Correction verified 2025-12-09.
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Safety & premises
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Nov 25, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During an investigation it was determined director was not ensuring overall operation compliance.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Other Serious
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when two caregivers failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended outside for ten minutes.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Other
During an investigation it was determined caregivers were on personal cell phones while supervising children.
HHSC 746.1203(3)(D) — Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During a DFPS investigation it was determined a child was left unsupervised outside for 10 minutes.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Other
During a DFPS investigation it was determined the lighting in a nap room was not adequate at the time a child was left unsupervised.
HHSC 746.2911 — Adequate Lighting During Naptime
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During a investigation it was determined a classroom of children did not wash their hands after outdoor activities.
HHSC 746.3417(4) — Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Supervision & ratios
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient as operation did not have a written plan for supervision for active play area not connected to center.
HHSC 746.4313(2) — Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for Supervision
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-25.
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Safety & premises
During an investigation it was determined a tricycle without protective handlebar covers was accessible to children. Equipment was observed in active play area with children on video.
HHSC 746.4751(c) — Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-02-13. Correction verified 2026-02-23.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Nov 24, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During an investigation it was determined the director is not ensuring that caregivers are conducting duties as stated under minimum standards, such as safe sleep and supervision.
HHSC 746.1003(1) — Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-18. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Other Serious
It was determined during an investigation caregiver did not use good judgment when pushing a child's head when walking past the child.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-18. Correction verified 2025-12-19.
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Safety & premises
During an investigation an infant was observed in a crib awake for over 30 minutes while caregiver was rocking the crib. Caregiver was not observed picking child up during this time.
HHSC 746.2425 — Crib Activities
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-12-18. Correction verified 2025-12-19.
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Other Serious
During an investigation it was determined caregiver used harsh language multiple times with children and used profane language in the classroom.
HHSC 746.2805(6) — Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-18. Correction verified 2025-12-19.
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Records & paperwork Serious
During an investigation it was determined the director did not report to licensing when an allegation of inappropriate discipline was brought to their attention.
HHSC 746.305(a)(6) — Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2025-12-18. Correction verified 2025-12-22.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Nov 22, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 19, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
One caregiver with an ineligible background check was observed present with children at time of inspection. Caregiver was sent home at time of inspection.
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 2025-11-19. Correction verified 2025-11-25.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Nov 18, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 12, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 8, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 14, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Food & allergies
Four out of eighteen infant bottles at time of inspection were not labeled with first name and last initial. Corrected at inspection when labeled with infants names.
HHSC 746.2419(6) — Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2025-04-14.
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Other
Thirteen infant feeding instructions were not up to date at time of inspection.
HHSC 746.2421(b) — Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-04-29.
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Illness & medication
Two out of three children with food allergy emergency plans requiring medications had expired medications at time of inspection.
HHSC 746.3805(b)(1) — Administering Medication - Original Container with Child's Name, Date
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-04-29.
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Illness & medication
Six out of ten children's records did not have up to date immunization records available for review at time of inspection.
HHSC 746.603(a)(4) — Children's Records - Immunizations
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-04-28. Correction verified 2025-04-29.
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Food & allergies
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Nov 24, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 10, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 6, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 17, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
There staff members did not current SIDS, Shaken Baby and Brain Development.
HHSC 746.1309(c) — Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-04-24. Correction verified 2024-04-23.
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Safety & premises
One child's allergy plan was not signed by the parent.
HHSC 746.3819 — Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-04-19. Correction verified 2024-04-23.
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Staff background & training
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Nov 14, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 31, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 4, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
While doing the walk through we went into an infant room there was 1 caregiver with 5 infants the children were 8m, 9m, 9m 10m and 12 month. The allowed ratio for that age group is 4 children to 1 caregiver.
HHSC 746.1601 — Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Supervision & ratios
While doing the walk through at the operation I observed two infants sleeping on sheets that were not tight fitting.
HHSC 746.2409(a)(2) — Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting Sheets
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Safety & premises Serious
While doing my walk through I observed a baby sleeping in the swing. I asked the caregivers how long she had been asleep they said 30 minuets.
HHSC 746.2426(a)(2) — Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device - Remove the infant from the device and place the infant in a crib as soon as possible
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-04. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Records & paperwork
While doing my walk through I noticed in 4 different rooms there was outlet plugs that were not covered. In all 4 rooms the kids were under 4 years of age.
HHSC 746.3701(1) — Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-10-04.
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Supervision & ratios
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Oct 2, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Other Serious
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended for an extended period of time.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(1) — Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children responsible for
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-30. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a child was left outside unsupervised for an extended period of time.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-10-30. Correction verified 2023-10-31.
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Other Serious
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Oct 1, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when a caregiver pulled a child by the arm.
HHSC 746.1201(1) — Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-11-07. Correction verified 2023-11-14.
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Other Serious
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Jun 16, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Three caregivers on the playground were sitting together in one area with their backs turned to the children in care and not providing proper supervision.
HHSC 746.1205(a)(4) — Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2023-06-16.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Feb 13, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 4, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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