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Sherwood-Myrtie Foster Home FO

Child care center · 1779 N GRAHAM ST, Stephenville, TX 76401-2201 · License 34018

0Compliance score
Poor

Capacity 96. 0-17

Violation history (304)

Severity	Date	Standard / narrative	Corrected
3	—	748.3239(b) - Evacuation-Must practice severe weather drill at least once every 6 months from date of last severe weather drill Two homes have not completed weather drills within the 6 month time frame.	—
3	—	748.3395(b)(4) - Hand-washing-Provide hand-washing sinks equipped with soap & a personal towel, single-use disposable towels, or hot air hand dryers Three bathroom sinks were observed without hand towels for children. One of the hand washing sinks was observed unclean.	—
3	—	745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving Two staff were terminated before 11/16/2022. As of 12/22/2022 their background checks are still active.	—
3	—	748.126(b) - All employees and caregivers must be aware of and follow your policies and procedures A caregiver did not follow the agencies policies regarding posting a child's photo publicly.	—
4	—	748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks A caregiver used force and pushed a child to get them into a car.	—
5	—	748.1531(a)(2) - Medical care-A child in care must receive medical care as needed for injury, illness, and pain A child in care did not receive medical treatment until two days after sustaining a fracture from a fall and complaining of increasing pain level.	—
1	—	748.395(1) - Active child record - All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after occurrence or event The documentation for two staff records did not have the required education verification documents filed in the record, this documentation was provided at the inspection but it was beyond the 30 day occurrence.	—
3	—	748.3301(a)(2) - Physical Site- Buildings must be clean and in good repair. A bathroom wall in home 11 was observed with 2 holes. The outside porch in home 13 was cluttered and had hazards to children such as a weed eatter and tools. Home 9 had a toilet that was dirty with water/mold stains.	—
4	—	748.2151(b)(2) - Medication record - update cumulative record within 24 hours of administering medication if operate on a cottage home model One home had not filled out medication logs in more than 24 hours. One house had an incorrect medication count.	—
4	—	748.3061(2) - Gas Inspection-Operation inspected at least once every 24 months from date of last inspection for gas leaks The operation did not have a current gas inspection completed, the last gas inspection was completed 1/29/24.	—
5	—	748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting Caregiver spanked a child in care as result of toileting issues.	—
5	—	748.2101(1) - Medication Storage-Store medication in a locked container Medication was observed unlocked in both homes that were inspected today.	—
3	—	748.3239(a) - Evacuation-Must practice unannounced fire drill at least once every 6 months from date of last fire drill One home has not completed a fire drill within the 6 month time frame.	—
4	—	748.863(a)(4) - Pre-Service Training-Caregiver for tx svcs (not PMN) must have 16 hrs EBI training or 8 hrs if EBI prohibited, 1/2 pre-service & rest within 90 days Several awake night staff did not have required trainings including EBI, Normalcy, Trauma Informed Care, and Reporting Suspected A/N.	—
3	—	748.831(a)(2) - Orientation-Orientation must include facility's philosophy, organizational structure, policies, and a description of the services and programs offered There was a staff person that did not have verification that she reviewed the agencies policies.	—
4	—	748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child A caregiver yelled at a child in care.	—
5	—	748.4041 - Driver & passengers must follow all laws when driving, including laws on use of child passenger safety seat systems, seat belts & liability insurance A child's car seat was not properly installed in the vehicle which led to the car seat falling over with the child strapped into the seat while the vehicle was in motion.	—
4	—	748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child A caregiver yelled at children in care due to behaviors.	—
4	—	748.3301(h) - Physical Site-The building must be free of rodents and insects Bed bugs were found in two bedrooms of one cottage during a walkthorugh of the operation.	—
2	—	748.1101(b)(3)(M) - Children's rights-consent in writing before taking part in publicity/fund raising for operation, including the use of the child's photo Several children that were interviewed indicated that they did not know their pictures were being taken or posted on social media.	—
4	—	748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks Relief parents did not bathe or place the children in clean clothes while being in the home.	—
4	—	748.3301(i) - Physical Site-Equipment and furniture must be safe for children and must be kept clean and in good repair A few furniture/home items were observed to be in need of repair. One light bulb was out in a bathroom. Two bathroom rails for towels were off the walls. One window blind in a bedroom was broken.	—
5	—	748.685(c)(2) - Caregiver responsibility - provide a safe environment The caregivers did not follow the operations requirements related to an additional household member; which resulted in two separate incidents that put children in care at risk.	—
4	—	748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material is stored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly. 2 homes had cleaning supplies stored where young children in the home could reach them.	—
3	—	748.1217(b)(6) - Admission Assessment-At admission, must include current medical & dental status, including available results of medical/dental exams Two of two admission assessments reviewed did not include the results of the children's medical and dental exams.	—
5	—	748.1207(a)(2) - Placement agreement-Must include a medical consent form signed by a person legally authorized by Texas Family Code to provide consent Three medical consenter forms designated the house parents from the operation.	—
5	—	748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting A staff member spanked a two-year-old child in care.	—
3	—	748.363(5) - Personnel records-Include copy of a cleared tuberculosis screening conducted prior to the person having contact with children in care Personnel records for five awake night staff are missing several items including tb results, job descriptions, Licensing affidavits, and signed statements regarding reporting and operational policies.	—
1	—	748.1211(b)(2)(C) - Parent Orientation-Must review & provide written materials on involvement of child in any publicity and/or fund raising activity for operation The agency did not receive written permission from the children in care's parent to post pictures on social media.	—
1	—	748.1437(2) - Discharge/Transfer Documentation-Must include date and time the child was informed of his discharge or transfer The discharge summary did not indicate the time or date the child was informed of the discharge.	—
4	—	748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization The operation did not report a serious injury to licensing after a child in care sustained a fracture after a fall.	—
5	—	748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being The caregivers did not supervisor two children in care which resulted inappropriate behavior.	—
4	—	748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child Two staff members yelled at children in care.	—
3	—	748.3301(a)(2) - Physical Site- Buildings must be clean and in good repair. Two holes were found in a bedroom wall of House 11. The operation was made aware of the damage over five months ago but the repairs have not been completed.	—
4	—	748.3021 - Tools-Dangerous tools & equipment stored so they are inaccessible to children; children use these with caregiver supervision as appropriate A baseboard with nails protruding out was observed on the back porch of one home and the house parent removed the nails. An exacto knife/box opener knife was observed in one child's bathroom, was removed and given to the house parent. Dog stakes with sharp ends that drill into the ground were observed on one front porch and the house parent stored these away.	Yes
3	—	748.363(7) - Personnel records-Include notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment form as specified in Human Resources Code, 42.059 One staff member did not have a signed and notarized affidavit in their file.	Yes
4	—	748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material is stored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly. Several laundry room chemicals were observed on the counters and on the floor, where children could access them.	—
5	—	748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being A child had previous inappropriate touching history, and was required to be on "eye sight" supervision. The child was able to act out inappropriately with another child after the caregiver did not provide appropriate supervision by checking all rooms after the door alarm was set off.	—
1	—	748.395(1) - Active child record - All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after occurrence or event The documentation for two staff records did not have the required education verification documents filed in the record, this documentation was provided at the inspection but it was beyond the 30 day occurrence.	—
4	—	748.303(a)(2)(A) - AP Serious Incdt-Report to Licensing no later than 24 hours after injury/illness that warrants treatment by a medical professional or hospitalization The operation did not report a serious injury to licensing after a child in care sustained a fracture after a fall.	—
5	—	748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being The caregivers did not supervisor two children in care which resulted inappropriate behavior.	—
4	—	748.3301(i) - Physical Site-Equipment and furniture must be safe for children and must be kept clean and in good repair A few furniture/home items were observed to be in need of repair. One light bulb was out in a bathroom. Two bathroom rails for towels were off the walls. One window blind in a bedroom was broken.	—
5	—	748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting Caregiver spanked a child in care as result of toileting issues.	—
4	—	748.3061(2) - Gas Inspection-Operation inspected at least once every 24 months from date of last inspection for gas leaks The operation did not have a current gas inspection completed, the last gas inspection was completed 1/29/24.	—
4	—	748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks A caregiver used force and pushed a child to get them into a car.	—
3	—	748.1217(b)(6) - Admission Assessment-At admission, must include current medical & dental status, including available results of medical/dental exams Two of two admission assessments reviewed did not include the results of the children's medical and dental exams.	—
5	—	748.685(c)(2) - Caregiver responsibility - provide a safe environment The caregivers did not follow the operations requirements related to an additional household member; which resulted in two separate incidents that put children in care at risk.	—
3	—	748.3301(a)(2) - Physical Site- Buildings must be clean and in good repair. A bathroom wall in home 11 was observed with 2 holes. The outside porch in home 13 was cluttered and had hazards to children such as a weed eatter and tools. Home 9 had a toilet that was dirty with water/mold stains.	—
4	—	748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child Two staff members yelled at children in care.	—
1	—	748.1211(b)(2)(C) - Parent Orientation-Must review & provide written materials on involvement of child in any publicity and/or fund raising activity for operation The agency did not receive written permission from the children in care's parent to post pictures on social media.	—
4	—	748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material is stored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly. 2 homes had cleaning supplies stored where young children in the home could reach them.	—
4	—	748.863(a)(4) - Pre-Service Training-Caregiver for tx svcs (not PMN) must have 16 hrs EBI training or 8 hrs if EBI prohibited, 1/2 pre-service & rest within 90 days Several awake night staff did not have required trainings including EBI, Normalcy, Trauma Informed Care, and Reporting Suspected A/N.	—
5	—	748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting A staff member spanked a two-year-old child in care.	—
5	—	748.1207(a)(2) - Placement agreement-Must include a medical consent form signed by a person legally authorized by Texas Family Code to provide consent Three medical consenter forms designated the house parents from the operation.	—
4	—	748.507(1) - Employee general responsibilities-Demonstrate competency, prudent judgment, self-control in presence of children and when performing assigned tasks Relief parents did not bathe or place the children in clean clothes while being in the home.	—
2	—	748.1101(b)(3)(M) - Children's rights-consent in writing before taking part in publicity/fund raising for operation, including the use of the child's photo Several children that were interviewed indicated that they did not know their pictures were being taken or posted on social media.	—
3	—	748.831(a)(2) - Orientation-Orientation must include facility's philosophy, organizational structure, policies, and a description of the services and programs offered There was a staff person that did not have verification that she reviewed the agencies policies.	—
4	—	748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child A caregiver yelled at children in care due to behaviors.	—
5	—	748.4041 - Driver & passengers must follow all laws when driving, including laws on use of child passenger safety seat systems, seat belts & liability insurance A child's car seat was not properly installed in the vehicle which led to the car seat falling over with the child strapped into the seat while the vehicle was in motion.	—
4	—	748.3021 - Tools-Dangerous tools & equipment stored so they are inaccessible to children; children use these with caregiver supervision as appropriate A baseboard with nails protruding out was observed on the back porch of one home and the house parent removed the nails. An exacto knife/box opener knife was observed in one child's bathroom, was removed and given to the house parent. Dog stakes with sharp ends that drill into the ground were observed on one front porch and the house parent stored these away.	Yes
4	—	748.2307(8) - Other Prohibited Punishments-humiliating, shaming, ridiculing, rejecting, or yelling at a child A caregiver yelled at a child in care.	—
3	—	748.3395(b)(4) - Hand-washing-Provide hand-washing sinks equipped with soap & a personal towel, single-use disposable towels, or hot air hand dryers Three bathroom sinks were observed without hand towels for children. One of the hand washing sinks was observed unclean.	—
3	—	748.126(b) - All employees and caregivers must be aware of and follow your policies and procedures A caregiver did not follow the agencies policies regarding posting a child's photo publicly.	—
5	—	748.2101(1) - Medication Storage-Store medication in a locked container Medication was observed unlocked in both homes that were inspected today.	—
3	—	748.363(5) - Personnel records-Include copy of a cleared tuberculosis screening conducted prior to the person having contact with children in care Personnel records for five awake night staff are missing several items including tb results, job descriptions, Licensing affidavits, and signed statements regarding reporting and operational policies.	—
3	—	748.3301(a)(2) - Physical Site- Buildings must be clean and in good repair. Two holes were found in a bedroom wall of House 11. The operation was made aware of the damage over five months ago but the repairs have not been completed.	—
4	—	748.3301(h) - Physical Site-The building must be free of rodents and insects Bed bugs were found in two bedrooms of one cottage during a walkthorugh of the operation.	—
4	—	748.2151(b)(2) - Medication record - update cumulative record within 24 hours of administering medication if operate on a cottage home model One home had not filled out medication logs in more than 24 hours. One house had an incorrect medication count.	—
5	—	748.1531(a)(2) - Medical care-A child in care must receive medical care as needed for injury, illness, and pain A child in care did not receive medical treatment until two days after sustaining a fracture from a fall and complaining of increasing pain level.	—
3	—	748.363(7) - Personnel records-Include notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment form as specified in Human Resources Code, 42.059 One staff member did not have a signed and notarized affidavit in their file.	Yes
4	—	748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material is stored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly. Several laundry room chemicals were observed on the counters and on the floor, where children could access them.	—
3	—	748.3239(a) - Evacuation-Must practice unannounced fire drill at least once every 6 months from date of last fire drill One home has not completed a fire drill within the 6 month time frame.	—
3	—	745.651(1) - Background Check Validation - You must inactivate a subject who is no longer associated with your operation within 7 days of leaving Two staff were terminated before 11/16/2022. As of 12/22/2022 their background checks are still active.	—
1	—	748.1437(2) - Discharge/Transfer Documentation-Must include date and time the child was informed of his discharge or transfer The discharge summary did not indicate the time or date the child was informed of the discharge.	—
3	—	748.3239(b) - Evacuation-Must practice severe weather drill at least once every 6 months from date of last severe weather drill Two homes have not completed weather drills within the 6 month time frame.	—
5	—	748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being A child had previous inappropriate touching history, and was required to be on "eye sight" supervision. The child was able to act out inappropriately with another child after the caregiver did not provide appropriate supervision by checking all rooms after the door alarm was set off.	—
5	—	748.2101(1) - Medication Storage-Store medication in a locked container Medication was observed unlocked in both homes that were inspected today.	—
5	—	748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being A child had previous inappropriate touching history, and was required to be on "eye sight" supervision. The child was able to act out inappropriately with another child after the caregiver did not provide appropriate supervision by checking all rooms after the door alarm was set off.	—
5	—	748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting A staff member spanked a two-year-old child in care.	—
4	—	748.3061(2) - Gas Inspection-Operation inspected at least once every 24 months from date of last inspection for gas leaks The operation did not have a current gas inspection completed, the last gas inspection was completed 1/29/24.	—
3	—	748.3239(a) - Evacuation-Must practice unannounced fire drill at least once every 6 months from date of last fire drill One home has not completed a fire drill within the 6 month time frame.	—
3	—	748.3395(b)(4) - Hand-washing-Provide hand-washing sinks equipped with soap & a personal towel, single-use disposable towels, or hot air hand dryers Three bathroom sinks were observed without hand towels for children. One of the hand washing sinks was observed unclean.	—
5	—	748.1101(b)(4)(A)(ii) - Children's rights-The right to be free from being subjected to or threatened with corporal punishment, including spanking or hitting Caregiver spanked a child in care as result of toileting issues.	—
3	—	748.363(5) - Personnel records-Include copy of a cleared tuberculosis screening conducted prior to the person having contact with children in care Personnel records for five awake night staff are missing several items including tb results, job descriptions, Licensing affidavits, and signed statements regarding reporting and operational policies.	—
1	—	748.395(1) - Active child record - All documentation in the record no later than 30 days after occurrence or event The documentation for two staff records did not have the required education verification documents filed in the record, this documentation was provided at the inspection but it was beyond the 30 day occurrence.	—
3	—	748.3301(a)(2) - Physical Site- Buildings must be clean and in good repair. A bathroom wall in home 11 was observed with 2 holes. The outside porch in home 13 was cluttered and had hazards to children such as a weed eatter and tools. Home 9 had a toilet that was dirty with water/mold stains.	—
1	—	748.1437(2) - Discharge/Transfer Documentation-Must include date and time the child was informed of his discharge or transfer The discharge summary did not indicate the time or date the child was informed of the discharge.	—
3	—	748.126(b) - All employees and caregivers must be aware of and follow your policies and procedures A caregiver did not follow the agencies policies regarding posting a child's photo publicly.	—
4	—	748.3301(h) - Physical Site-The building must be free of rodents and insects Bed bugs were found in two bedrooms of one cottage during a walkthorugh of the operation.	—
3	—	748.363(7) - Personnel records-Include notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment form as specified in Human Resources Code, 42.059 One staff member did not have a signed and notarized affidavit in their file.	Yes
4	—	748.2151(b)(2) - Medication record - update cumulative record within 24 hours of administering medication if operate on a cottage home model One home had not filled out medication logs in more than 24 hours. One house had an incorrect medication count.	—
4	—	748.863(a)(4) - Pre-Service Training-Caregiver for tx svcs (not PMN) must have 16 hrs EBI training or 8 hrs if EBI prohibited, 1/2 pre-service & rest within 90 days Several awake night staff did not have required trainings including EBI, Normalcy, Trauma Informed Care, and Reporting Suspected A/N.	—
4	—	748.3421(3) - Poisons-Ensure poisonous/flammable material is stored in an area that is inaccessible to children unless child is capable to use responsibly. 2 homes had cleaning supplies stored where young children in the home could reach them.	—
3	—	748.3301(a)(2) - Physical Site- Buildings must be clean and in good repair. Two holes were found in a bedroom wall of House 11. The operation was made aware of the damage over five months ago but the repairs have not been completed.	—
5	—	748.685(a)(4) - Caregiver responsibility - providing the level of supervision necessary to ensure each child's safety and well-being The caregivers did not supervisor two children in care which resulted inappropriate behavior.	—
2	—	748.1101(b)(3)(M) - Children's rights-consent in writing before taking part in publicity/fund raising for operation, including the use of the child's photo Several children that were interviewed indicated that they did not know their pictures were being taken or posted on social media.	—
5	—	748.685(c)(2) - Caregiver responsibility - provide a safe environment The caregivers did not follow the operations requirements related to an additional household member; which resulted in two separate incidents that put children in care at risk.	—
1	—	748.1211(b)(2)(C) - Parent Orientation-Must review & provide written materials on involvement of child in any publicity and/or fund raising activity for operation The agency did not receive written permission from the children in care's parent to post pictures on social media.	—
5	—	748.4041 - Driver & passengers must follow all laws when driving, including laws on use of child passenger safety seat systems, seat belts & liability insurance A child's car seat was not properly installed in the vehicle which led to the car seat falling over with the child strapped into the seat while the vehicle was in motion.	—
3	—	748.3239(b) - Evacuation-Must practice severe weather drill at least once every 6 months from date of last severe weather drill Two homes have not completed weather drills within the 6 month time frame.	—

Severity 5 = most serious. Source: official state record.

Inspections (168)

168 inspection record(s) on file from TX-HHSC.

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