Monarch Family Services
3730 KIRBY DR STE 904, Houston, TX 77098 · Harris County
Program
- Type
- Child-placing agency
- Ages
- -
- Hours
- 09:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Director / administrator
- Valerie Darice Jackson
- Phone
- (346) 218-0638
- Regulated since
- Mar 31, 2015
- HHSC IDs
- Operation 1162263 · number 1552741- 10051
- Official record
- HHSC Child Care Search
Violations by category
Year by year
| Year | Violations | Serious | Main categories |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 23 | 9 | Illness & medication (4), Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (2), Food & allergies (4), Staff background & training (3), Records & paperwork (4), Other (4) |
| 2025 | 18 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (4), Safety & premises (2), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (6), Other (4) |
| 2024 | 28 | 2 | Cleanliness & sanitation (2), Supervision & ratios (6), Discipline & child guidance (2), Safety & premises (6), Staff background & training (2), Other (10) |
| 2023 | 8 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (2), Discipline & child guidance (4), Staff background & training (2) |
| 2022 | 18 | 4 | Supervision & ratios (6), Discipline & child guidance (2), Staff background & training (2), Records & paperwork (2), Other (6) |
Enforcement actions
- Seen Oct 1, 2026 — Conditions on permit (HHSC operation record)
HHSC publishes these as current flags on the operation, not as dated actions. The date shown is when this site first saw the flag. The HHSC Child Care Search has the details.
Inspections, investigations & assessments
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Aug 26, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 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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Aug 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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Aug 7, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 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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Aug 5, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 29, 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 29, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 24, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Foster parent admitted to spanking the children in care.
HHSC 749.1303(4)(A)(ii) — CHILD RIGHTS
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-21. Correction verified 2026-08-26.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other Serious
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Jul 24, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other Serious
Foster parent admitted to spanking the children in care.
HHSC 749.1303(4)(A)(ii) — CHILD RIGHTS
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-08-21. Correction verified 2026-08-26.
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Other Serious
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Jul 21, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
During the investigation it was found that the foster parent allowed unsupervised access to a child in care to a person who would have required a background check.
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 2026-09-30. Correction verified 2026-09-30.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jul 21, 2026 Report
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Jun 18, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 18, 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 5, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 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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May 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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May 13, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 7, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 7, 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 6, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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May 6, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 29, 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 29, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 27, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
This standard was found deficient as a part of a DFPS investigation.
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 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Food & allergies Serious
Foster parent admitted to removing snacks as a form of punishment.
HHSC 749.1957(13) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Denying basic child rights as discipline or punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Other
Foster parent used profane language towards the children in care.
HHSC 749.1957(9) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The foster parent admitted to leaving the children in the apartment alone while going to the mailbox on the other side of the apartment building, therefore not meeting the children's supervision requirements on their service plan which requires vigilant line-of-sight supervision when indoors.
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 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Food & allergies
During the walkthrough of the home, a bottle of bleach was observed within reach and accessible to the children in 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 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 27, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
This standard was found deficient as a part of a DFPS investigation.
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 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Food & allergies Serious
Foster parent admitted to removing snacks as a form of punishment.
HHSC 749.1957(13) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Denying basic child rights as discipline or punishment
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Other
Foster parent used profane language towards the children in care.
HHSC 749.1957(9) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Subjecting a child to abusive or profane language
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
The foster parent admitted to leaving the children in the apartment alone while going to the mailbox on the other side of the apartment building, therefore not meeting the children's supervision requirements on their service plan which requires vigilant line-of-sight supervision when indoors.
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 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
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Food & allergies
During the walkthrough of the home, a bottle of bleach was observed within reach and accessible to the children in 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 2026-07-08. Correction verified 2026-08-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Apr 19, 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 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 19, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
There is no documentation that medication was administered for a youth in care from 1/1 ? 1/31/2026 as the medication is missing from the January log. There is no medication error report within the record to document these occurrences.
HHSC 749.1541(a) — Medication Record-Maintain cumulative record of prescription medications dispensed to child, include nonprescription meds for child under five yrs old
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Illness & medication
Multiple electronic medication logs reviewed did not list strength & dosage.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(4) — Medication Record-Must include medication name, strength & dosage
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Records & paperwork
Records reviewed, show there is no documentation of a quarter three review held for 2025. The review that was due by 8/3/25 was completed on 10/20/25.
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Records & paperwork
A review of records shows a supervisory visit was conducted & signed off by a babysitter since neither of the foster parents were present during the quarterly review. Supervisory Visits are to be conducted with foster parents.
HHSC 749.2815(e) — Supervisory Visits- Documentation must be signed by each foster parent present for visit and child placement staff conducting visit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Staff background & training
Multiple records reviewed show trainings were late as they were completed outside of a 12-month period.
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 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Illness & medication
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Apr 19, 2026 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Illness & medication
There is no documentation that medication was administered for a youth in care from 1/1 ? 1/31/2026 as the medication is missing from the January log. There is no medication error report within the record to document these occurrences.
HHSC 749.1541(a) — Medication Record-Maintain cumulative record of prescription medications dispensed to child, include nonprescription meds for child under five yrs old
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Illness & medication
Multiple electronic medication logs reviewed did not list strength & dosage.
HHSC 749.1541(c)(4) — Medication Record-Must include medication name, strength & dosage
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Records & paperwork
Records reviewed, show there is no documentation of a quarter three review held for 2025. The review that was due by 8/3/25 was completed on 10/20/25.
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Records & paperwork
A review of records shows a supervisory visit was conducted & signed off by a babysitter since neither of the foster parents were present during the quarterly review. Supervisory Visits are to be conducted with foster parents.
HHSC 749.2815(e) — Supervisory Visits- Documentation must be signed by each foster parent present for visit and child placement staff conducting visit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
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Staff background & training
Multiple records reviewed show trainings were late as they were completed outside of a 12-month period.
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 2026-06-23. Correction verified 2026-06-19.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Illness & medication
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Apr 18, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 18, 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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Apr 18, 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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Apr 18, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 17, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Apr 17, 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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Apr 9, 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 9, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 28, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 28, 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 21, 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 21, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 20, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 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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Mar 9, 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 9, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 3, 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 3, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 20, 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 20, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 2, 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 2, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 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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Jan 20, 2026 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 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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Jan 14, 2026 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 9, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 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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Nov 29, 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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Nov 29, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 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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Nov 22, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 21, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 21, 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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Aug 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One of six foster home records reviewed did not have a supervisory visit in the file from the first quarter (January-March).
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-12. Correction verified 2025-08-11.
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Records & paperwork
Three of six foster home records reviewed were missing the signature page in the file.
HHSC 749.2815(e) — Supervisory Visits- Documentation must be signed by each foster parent present for visit and child placement staff conducting visit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-12. Correction verified 2025-08-11.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Aug 5, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One of six foster home records reviewed did not have a supervisory visit in the file from the first quarter (January-March).
HHSC 749.2815(a)(1) — Supervisory Visits-must have supervisory visits in the foster home at least quarterly
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-12. Correction verified 2025-08-11.
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Records & paperwork
Three of six foster home records reviewed were missing the signature page in the file.
HHSC 749.2815(e) — Supervisory Visits- Documentation must be signed by each foster parent present for visit and child placement staff conducting visit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-12. Correction verified 2025-08-11.
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Records & paperwork
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Jul 28, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Records & paperwork
While reviewing the serious incident report, it was determined the agency failed to report the runaway timely. It was determined the agency did not report the incident until fourteen hours after the reporting timeframe.
HHSC 749.503(a)(10)(A) — Serious Incident-Report to Licensing no later than 6 hours after determining unauthorized absence of a child 13 yrs old or older.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-18.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Jul 28, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Records & paperwork
While reviewing the serious incident report, it was determined the agency failed to report the runaway timely. It was determined the agency did not report the incident until fourteen hours after the reporting timeframe.
HHSC 749.503(a)(10)(A) — Serious Incident-Report to Licensing no later than 6 hours after determining unauthorized absence of a child 13 yrs old or older.
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2025-08-18. Correction verified 2025-08-18.
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Records & paperwork
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Jul 1, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Foster parent did not follow the level of supervision required as stated in the inital service plan.
HHSC 749.1309(b)(1)(D)(ii) — Initial Service Plan-Caregiver instructions must include specific information about child's level of supervision
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-08-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Jul 1, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Foster parent did not follow the level of supervision required as stated in the inital service plan.
HHSC 749.1309(b)(1)(D)(ii) — Initial Service Plan-Caregiver instructions must include specific information about child's level of supervision
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-08-22. Correction verified 2025-08-22.
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Supervision & ratios
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Jun 13, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was disclosed during a sampling inspection that the foster parents utilize a caregiver/relative to take the children to medical appointments who does not have a background check completed with the agency. The home study advised that this person visits the home monthly and is not an approved frequent visitor to the home. That this person will not assist with caring for the children when the applicants are not present, but would like to provide babysitting support if needed.
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 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-16.
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Safety & premises
It was disclosed during a sampling inspection that foster parents smoke while transporting the youth in care while in the vehicle.
HHSC 749.2931(c) — Tobacco Products-No one may smoke tobacco products, e-cigarettes, or vaporizers in motor vehicles when transporting children in care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-17.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training Serious
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Jun 13, 2025 Assessment · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training Serious
It was disclosed during a sampling inspection that the foster parents utilize a caregiver/relative to take the children to medical appointments who does not have a background check completed with the agency. The home study advised that this person visits the home monthly and is not an approved frequent visitor to the home. That this person will not assist with caring for the children when the applicants are not present, but would like to provide babysitting support if needed.
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 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-16.
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Safety & premises
It was disclosed during a sampling inspection that foster parents smoke while transporting the youth in care while in the vehicle.
HHSC 749.2931(c) — Tobacco Products-No one may smoke tobacco products, e-cigarettes, or vaporizers in motor vehicles when transporting children in care
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-06-20. Correction verified 2025-06-17.
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Staff background & training Serious
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Mar 31, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Based on the information obtained throughout the investigation it was determined foster parent used threatening language toward a child in care to get her to go to church as well as using threatening the child with loss of placement.
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 2025-05-12. Correction verified 2025-06-02.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information gathered throughout the investigation it was determined that foster parents left two foster children outside, locked out of the foster home, for five hours.
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 2025-05-12. Correction verified 2025-06-02.
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Other
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Mar 31, 2025 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
Based on the information obtained throughout the investigation it was determined foster parent used threatening language toward a child in care to get her to go to church as well as using threatening the child with loss of placement.
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 2025-05-12. Correction verified 2025-06-02.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
Based on the information gathered throughout the investigation it was determined that foster parents left two foster children outside, locked out of the foster home, for five hours.
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 2025-05-12. Correction verified 2025-06-02.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 24, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
While reviewing 6 employee files, one employee's EBI refresher was not completed within the required timeframe.
HHSC 749.930(c)(1) — Caregiver?s for children receiving childcare, programmatic or PMN services must have 4hrs EBI or 8hrs for emotional disorders, IDD or ASD.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-10. Correction verified 2025-03-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Feb 24, 2025 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
While reviewing 6 employee files, one employee's EBI refresher was not completed within the required timeframe.
HHSC 749.930(c)(1) — Caregiver?s for children receiving childcare, programmatic or PMN services must have 4hrs EBI or 8hrs for emotional disorders, IDD or ASD.
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2025-03-10. Correction verified 2025-03-04.
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Other
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Feb 11, 2025 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 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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Jan 29, 2025 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 29, 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 20, 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 20, 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 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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Dec 20, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 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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Nov 14, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 10, 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 10, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 9, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Sep 9, 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 27, 2024 Report
No violations cited on this visit.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Aug 27, 2024 Report
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
In 1 out of 6 child files reviewed the preliminary service plan was completed late. The child admission date was 7/1/24 and the plan was completed on 7/5/24 and signed on 7/6/24.
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
In 1 out of 6 child files reviewed the TB screening was completed late. The child was admitted 9/27/22 and the screening was completed 11/16/22
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
In reviewing the family homes, it was found that a foster parent who provides care for the child and lives in the home is now inactive as of 4/2023. In addition, the files are electronic and should be up to date and complete to ensure that compliance is met.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Other
In the homes reviewed it was found that the home did not have sufficient income to meet the child's needs
HHSC 749.2447(6)(B) — Foster Home Screening-Verify and document that prospective foster parents have sufficient income/other available assets
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Other
In reviewing the agency home, it was found that two homes did not meet the required proof of financial documentation required to require financial stability.
HHSC 749.2447(6)(B)(i) — Foster Home Screening-Document and assess for each prospective parent proof of income for last 60 days or 2 complete months
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Safety & premises
An agency home had a fire inspection completed late and had a 1 month lapse.
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Safety & premises
In reviewing agency homes one of the home's liability car insurance is out of date.
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Other
In reviewing the agency home files it was found that a home's pet is not up to date with vaccinations.
HHSC 749.3663(b) — Adoptive Home Care/Safety-Pets vaccinated and treated as recommended by vet
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Staff background & training
Multiple caregivers obtained a CPR certification without the curriculum that includes the use of a CPR manikin as required.
HHSC 749.911(b)(1) — Pedi. CPR training must adhere to AHA guidelines & include curr. that incudes use of a CPR manikin & written & hands-on instruction/practice & testing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-04. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Aug 22, 2024 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
In 1 out of 6 child files reviewed the preliminary service plan was completed late. The child admission date was 7/1/24 and the plan was completed on 7/5/24 and signed on 7/6/24.
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
In 1 out of 6 child files reviewed the TB screening was completed late. The child was admitted 9/27/22 and the screening was completed 11/16/22
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Supervision & ratios
In reviewing the family homes, it was found that a foster parent who provides care for the child and lives in the home is now inactive as of 4/2023. In addition, the files are electronic and should be up to date and complete to ensure that compliance is met.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Other
In the homes reviewed it was found that the home did not have sufficient income to meet the child's needs
HHSC 749.2447(6)(B) — Foster Home Screening-Verify and document that prospective foster parents have sufficient income/other available assets
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Other
In reviewing the agency home, it was found that two homes did not meet the required proof of financial documentation required to require financial stability.
HHSC 749.2447(6)(B)(i) — Foster Home Screening-Document and assess for each prospective parent proof of income for last 60 days or 2 complete months
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Safety & premises
An agency home had a fire inspection completed late and had a 1 month lapse.
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Safety & premises
In reviewing agency homes one of the home's liability car insurance is out of date.
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 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Other
In reviewing the agency home files it was found that a home's pet is not up to date with vaccinations.
HHSC 749.3663(b) — Adoptive Home Care/Safety-Pets vaccinated and treated as recommended by vet
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-05. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Staff background & training
Multiple caregivers obtained a CPR certification without the curriculum that includes the use of a CPR manikin as required.
HHSC 749.911(b)(1) — Pedi. CPR training must adhere to AHA guidelines & include curr. that incudes use of a CPR manikin & written & hands-on instruction/practice & testing
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-09-04. Correction verified 2024-09-10.
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Other
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Aug 21, 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 21, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 20, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 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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May 30, 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 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 24, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
It was found in the DFPS investigation that the foster parent was yelling at the children in the home.
HHSC 749.1957(8) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-18.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the DFPS investigation, it was noted that used doggy pads were left out in the living area. The home was also noted to be cluttered, with trash on the floor of the bedrooms. Additionally, the bathroom was unclean.
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 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-18.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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May 24, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
It was found in the DFPS investigation that the foster parent was yelling at the children in the home.
HHSC 749.1957(8) — Other Prohibited Discipline-Humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-18.
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Cleanliness & sanitation
During the DFPS investigation, it was noted that used doggy pads were left out in the living area. The home was also noted to be cluttered, with trash on the floor of the bedrooms. Additionally, the bathroom was unclean.
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 2024-06-10. Correction verified 2024-06-18.
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Other
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May 7, 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 7, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 7, 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 7, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 2, 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 2, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Mar 27, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
It was found that foster parent was threatening children with a spanking as a scare tactic.
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 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Safety & premises
A household member was not included in the home study.
HHSC 749.2453(a)(3) — You must update a foster home screening- When there is a change that affects a foster home's verification as described in 749.2803
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The home was found to be over capacity. HHSC will recommend an administrative penalty as a result of this citation, per HRC Section 42.078.
HHSC 749.2557(a) — AP Capacity-Foster homes may not exceed the total capacity stated on the home's verification
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Mar 27, 2024 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
It was found that foster parent was threatening children with a spanking as a scare tactic.
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 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Safety & premises
A household member was not included in the home study.
HHSC 749.2453(a)(3) — You must update a foster home screening- When there is a change that affects a foster home's verification as described in 749.2803
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
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Supervision & ratios
The home was found to be over capacity. HHSC will recommend an administrative penalty as a result of this citation, per HRC Section 42.078.
HHSC 749.2557(a) — AP Capacity-Foster homes may not exceed the total capacity stated on the home's verification
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2024-05-08. Correction verified 2024-05-30.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Feb 27, 2024 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 27, 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 18, 2024 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 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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Dec 7, 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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Dec 7, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 5, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Dec 5, 2023 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 28, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 28, 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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Nov 17, 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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Nov 17, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 20, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Oct 20, 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 14, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance
Operation did not call in to report an allegation made by child in care of being sexual abused by another child, when they became aware.
HHSC 749.503(a)(5)(A) — Serious Incident-Report to Licensing soon as aware of an incident of sexual abuse of a child against another child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-27. Correction verified 2023-10-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance
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Sep 14, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance
Operation did not call in to report an allegation made by child in care of being sexual abused by another child, when they became aware.
HHSC 749.503(a)(5)(A) — Serious Incident-Report to Licensing soon as aware of an incident of sexual abuse of a child against another child
HHSC risk weight: Medium High. Corrected 2023-10-27. Correction verified 2023-10-20.
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Discipline & child guidance
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Aug 23, 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 23, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 2, 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 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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Jul 28, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 27, 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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Jul 27, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 22, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 22, 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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Jun 18, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 18, 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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Jun 15, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver was present when the child in care was riding as a third passenger on a two passenger ATV. The child was seated inappropriately on the rack as opposed to the seat of the ATV. The caregiver failed to intervene by allowing the child to ride on the ATV inappropriately, and the child was injured as a result.
HHSC 749.2593(a)(4) — Supervision-The caregiver is responsible for being able to intervene when necessary to ensure each child's safety
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-28. Correction verified 2023-07-28.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 15, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited (self-report)
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Supervision & ratios Serious
During the course of the investigation, it was determined that the caregiver was present when the child in care was riding as a third passenger on a two passenger ATV. The child was seated inappropriately on the rack as opposed to the seat of the ATV. The caregiver failed to intervene by allowing the child to ride on the ATV inappropriately, and the child was injured as a result.
HHSC 749.2593(a)(4) — Supervision-The caregiver is responsible for being able to intervene when necessary to ensure each child's safety
HHSC risk weight: High. Corrected 2023-07-28. Correction verified 2023-07-28.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
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Jun 6, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jun 6, 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 25, 2023 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 25, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 24, 2023 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 24, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 22, 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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May 22, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 18, 2023 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 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 17, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 17, 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 16, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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May 16, 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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May 8, 2023 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 8, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 23, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The operation does not have a consistent method on when annual trainings are conducted.
HHSC 749.933(c) — Annual Training Timeline-Method for completing annual training must be consistent throughout the agency
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-03-09. Correction verified 2023-03-13.
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Staff background & training
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Feb 23, 2023 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Staff background & training
The operation does not have a consistent method on when annual trainings are conducted.
HHSC 749.933(c) — Annual Training Timeline-Method for completing annual training must be consistent throughout the agency
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-03-09. Correction verified 2023-03-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Staff background & training
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Feb 19, 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 19, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 18, 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 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 9, 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 9, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 6, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Feb 6, 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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Jan 20, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During the course of the investigation, foster parent admitted to "popping" the children on their hand and stated this would be the go to area when they did hit the children. The foster parent also admitted to "a pop on the butt" with the children.
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 2023-05-05. Correction verified 2023-05-05.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jan 20, 2023 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
During the course of the investigation, foster parent admitted to "popping" the children on their hand and stated this would be the go to area when they did hit the children. The foster parent also admitted to "a pop on the butt" with the children.
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 2023-05-05. Correction verified 2023-05-05.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jan 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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Jan 20, 2023 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 18, 2023 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 18, 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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Dec 22, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Children in care were not given the opportunity to consent to participate in a televised charity event publicly for money given to the foster parents on the child's behalf.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(3)(M) — Children's rights-Adhere to the child's right to consent in writing before participating in any publicity or fund raising activity for the operation
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-02-24. Correction verified 2023-03-07.
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Supervision & ratios
According to initial home study and home study addendum, dates are not consistent with known information on financial stability. According to initial home study and home study addendum employee verification information is inaccurate as well as employment and unemployment start and end dates.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-24. Correction verified 2023-03-07.
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Other
According to the home study, the foster home did not have adequate income prior to receiving reimbursement for services. Home study states family received outside support for groceries and bill payments. According to documents received, current tax return was not provided during the time of initial home study for accurate review. Current employment was not provided during the time of the initial home study.
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 2023-02-24. Correction verified 2023-03-13.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Supervision & ratios
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Dec 22, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Supervision & ratios
Children in care were not given the opportunity to consent to participate in a televised charity event publicly for money given to the foster parents on the child's behalf.
HHSC 749.1003(b)(3)(M) — Children's rights-Adhere to the child's right to consent in writing before participating in any publicity or fund raising activity for the operation
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2023-02-24. Correction verified 2023-03-07.
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Supervision & ratios
According to initial home study and home study addendum, dates are not consistent with known information on financial stability. According to initial home study and home study addendum employee verification information is inaccurate as well as employment and unemployment start and end dates.
HHSC 749.151(3) — Operational responsibilities - Maintain current, true, accurate, and complete records
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2023-02-24. Correction verified 2023-03-07.
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Other
According to the home study, the foster home did not have adequate income prior to receiving reimbursement for services. Home study states family received outside support for groceries and bill payments. According to documents received, current tax return was not provided during the time of initial home study for accurate review. Current employment was not provided during the time of the initial home study.
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 2023-02-24. Correction verified 2023-03-13.
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Supervision & ratios
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Nov 22, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
In one file reviewed it was observed that a service plan was completed after the 40-day time frame on 10/20/2022 from the placement agreement and the day the child was placed 8/9/2022. There was also no previous foster care service plan in the file.
HHSC 749.3321(b) — Adoption Service Plan-Complete plan within 40 days of initiation
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-12-06. Correction verified 2022-12-06.
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Staff background & training
Multiple training certificates did not include the trainer's qualifications.
HHSC 749.949(b)(4) — Annual Training Documentation-Includes the trainer's name and qualifications, or the source of the training for self-instructional training
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-11-22.
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Other
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Nov 22, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Other
In one file reviewed it was observed that a service plan was completed after the 40-day time frame on 10/20/2022 from the placement agreement and the day the child was placed 8/9/2022. There was also no previous foster care service plan in the file.
HHSC 749.3321(b) — Adoption Service Plan-Complete plan within 40 days of initiation
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected 2022-12-06. Correction verified 2022-12-06.
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Staff background & training
Multiple training certificates did not include the trainer's qualifications.
HHSC 749.949(b)(4) — Annual Training Documentation-Includes the trainer's name and qualifications, or the source of the training for self-instructional training
HHSC risk weight: Medium Low. Corrected at inspection. Corrected 2022-11-22.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Nov 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 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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Nov 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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Nov 21, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 16, 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 16, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 8, 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 8, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 4, 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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Nov 4, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 2, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Nov 2, 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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Sep 27, 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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Sep 27, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 26, 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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Aug 26, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 15, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 15, 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 10, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Aug 10, 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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Aug 5, 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 5, 2022 Report · No deficiencies cited (self-report)
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jul 14, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One out of the six homes assessed was licensed as a home that provides treatment services with a child currently placed that is receiving treatment services and the agency is only licensed for agency homes to provide child care.
HHSC 749.63(1) — Types of services-Must only provide services listed on permit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Records & paperwork
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Jul 14, 2022 Inspection · Deficiencies cited
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Records & paperwork
One out of the six homes assessed was licensed as a home that provides treatment services with a child currently placed that is receiving treatment services and the agency is only licensed for agency homes to provide child care.
HHSC 749.63(1) — Types of services-Must only provide services listed on permit
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-07-28. Correction verified 2022-07-27.
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Records & paperwork
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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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Mar 30, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The home is not verified for caring for a 5 year old yet the child in the home is 5 yrs old at this time. The home study approved a recommendation verification for children 6 - 8 years old.
HHSC 749.2470(8) — Verification-Includes obtaining the child placement management staff review, approval of home screening and recommended verification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-14. Correction verified 2022-06-21.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A 5 year old child in care was left alone unsupervised at different times and the caregiver was not able to ensure the child's safety or well being by having auditory or visual awareness of the child.
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 2022-06-14. Correction verified 2022-06-20.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Other
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Mar 30, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Other
The home is not verified for caring for a 5 year old yet the child in the home is 5 yrs old at this time. The home study approved a recommendation verification for children 6 - 8 years old.
HHSC 749.2470(8) — Verification-Includes obtaining the child placement management staff review, approval of home screening and recommended verification
HHSC risk weight: Medium. Corrected 2022-06-14. Correction verified 2022-06-21.
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Supervision & ratios Serious
A 5 year old child in care was left alone unsupervised at different times and the caregiver was not able to ensure the child's safety or well being by having auditory or visual awareness of the child.
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 2022-06-14. Correction verified 2022-06-20.
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Other
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Mar 4, 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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Mar 4, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 28, 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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Jan 28, 2022 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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Jan 27, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A caregiver admitted to subjecting a youth in care to corporal punishment.
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 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
HHSC inspection history · no longer published by HHSC; kept here
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Jan 27, 2022 Report · Deficiencies cited
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
A caregiver admitted to subjecting a youth in care to corporal punishment.
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 2022-03-01. Correction verified 2022-03-04.
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Discipline & child guidance Serious
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Oct 18, 2021 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 18, 2021 Inspection · No deficiencies cited
No violations cited on this visit.
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HHSC publishes inspections, investigations and assessments from October 2017 onward, with each cited deficiency and its risk weight. Investigation narratives, complaint files and older history require a public information request. The Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552) gives anyone the right to ask. You don't have to say why.
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Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation datasets on data.texas.gov. Last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is HHSC's own wording. The categories are ours, added to help you scan. About this data.