Innovacare Learning Center, LLC

Licensed Center

Provider details

City / County / ZIP: Edinburg / Hidalgo / 78541
Street address: 809 W Chavez St
Phone: (956) 603-2138
Capacity: 60
Ages served: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours / Days: 07:00 AM-06:00 PM / Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Permit type: Full Permit
Permit issued: July 28, 2022
Operation status:: Active
Corrective action: HHSC lists: No
Adverse action: HHSC lists: No
Temporarily closed: HHSC lists: No

Corrective action means HHSC requires steps to address compliance concerns; see the official HHSC record for details.

Adverse action means HHSC has taken enforcement action affecting an operation’s permit or ability to operate; see the official HHSC record for details.

Summary of state inspection records

Texas HHSC records list 6 inspections dated between October 10, 2023 and October 10, 2026.

The most recent inspection in these records is dated June 18, 2026.

The same records list 8 cited deficiencies dated July 3, 2024 to June 18, 2026 (HHSC risk levels: 1 High, 4 Medium High, 3 Medium).

Correction status recorded by HHSC: 3 corrected at inspection, 5 with a correction date recorded, 0 with no correction date recorded.

HHSC lists a verified correction date for 5 of these citations.

The official HHSC record has the full inspection history and the latest information.

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Summary of the record

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Texas Health and Human Services records list 8 cited deficiencies for Innovacare Learning Center, LLC in the 3 years before October 10, 2026 (1 High, 4 Medium High, 3 Medium).

Records list 6 inspections in this window. Most recent inspection: 2026-06-18.

HHSC risk weights of citations
Risk weight	Citations
High	1
Medium High	4
Medium	3
Medium Low	0
Low	0
Unknown	0

HHSC assigns each standard a risk weight from Low to High. A deficiency is a finding that a minimum standard was not met.

Recent citations in the summary window

2026-06-18 · 746.901(6) · Medium

Required Personnel Records -Training Hours

Training certificates were not available for review .

Correction date recorded: 2026-06-22

2025-07-22 · 746.631(a) · Medium High

Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.

Corrected at inspection

2025-06-27 · 746.5101(a) · High

Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months

The childcare operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection conducted was on 6/06/24.

Correction date recorded: 2025-07-04

Full citation history from HHSC (22)

2026-06-18 · 746.901(6) · Medium
Required Personnel Records -Training Hours
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2026-06-22. Correction verified: 2026-06-22.
Training certificates were not available for review .
2025-07-22 · 746.631(a) · Medium High
Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-07-22. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The sign in and out log was not maintained. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.
2025-06-27 · 746.603(a)(8) · Medium High
Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2025-06-27. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The 29 children present at the childcare operation were not signed in. Corrected at Inspection: The children were signed in during the inspection.
2025-06-27 · 746.3407 · Medium High
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-06-27. Correction verified: 2025-06-27.
Two large pillows designated for circle time exhibited significant areas of liquid and white stains in a classroom, toddler 2. Additionally, there was one smaller pillow that appeared to be dirty and in a state of deterioration. Note: The pillows were removed during the inspection. Two vents at floor level were noted to be accumulating dust and debris, with one vent appearing loose. Both vents were subsequently cleaned and secured. Additionally, two death cockroaches were observed on the after-school classroom floor and were removed during the inspection. The outdoor area utilized by the children was observed with candy wrappers and a cap from a beer and water bottle. These items were subsequently collected and removed.
2025-06-27 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2025-07-04. Correction verified: 2025-07-01.
The childcare operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection conducted was on 6/06/24.
2024-07-25 · 746.603(a)(8) · Medium High
Tracking System or Sign-in and Sign-out Logs
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2024-07-25. Correction verified: Not recorded.
The sign in and out log was not maintained. The children present were not signed in. Corrected at Inspection: The times and initials were placed for those who had not been sign in.
2024-07-03 · 746.801(12) · Medium
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection Report
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-12. Correction verified: 2024-07-24.
The health inspection report was not available for review.
2024-07-03 · 746.1309(e) · Medium
Documented Annual Training- Required Content
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2024-07-12. Correction verified: 2024-07-24.
A caregiver hired on 5/08/23 did not have the following required annual training topics: (1)Emergency preparedness; (2)Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations, (3)Administering medication (4)Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction (5)Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic ; and (6)Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials
2023-07-11 · 746.1111 · Medium
Education Outside of U.S.
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-31. Correction verified: 2023-07-24.
Two caregivers did not have supporting information to indicate that the education outside of U.S. is equivalent to a high school diploma program in the United States. Education documents were not translated into English.
2023-07-11 · 746.2203(a) · Medium
Written Activity Plans
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-24. Correction verified: 2023-07-24.
A written activity plan was not available for review for Infants, Toddlers, and School age children.
2023-07-11 · 746.1315(b)(1) · Medium High
CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-07-24. Correction verified: 2023-07-24.
5 out of 6 files reviewed for caregivers and director did not have CPR training that included hands-on skill-based instruction.
2023-01-17 · 746.2426 · High
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-17. Correction verified: 2023-02-02.
An infant was observed asleep in a bouncer seat with a blanket on top of his body. Infant was not removed from device as soon as possible. NOTE: Infant was removed from restrictive device and placed in their crib.
2023-01-17 · 746.2421(b) · Medium
Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-19. Correction verified: 2023-02-02.
Updated feeding instructions for 2 infants were not available for review.
2023-01-17 · 746.5101(a) · High
Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-02-14. Correction verified: 2023-02-03.
City and Fire inspections were not completed within the 12 month time frame. Last completed inspection was in 2021.
2023-01-17 · 746.5307(b) · Medium High
Fire Extinguishers Serviced
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2023-01-18. Correction verified: 2023-02-02.
Fire extinguishers present at the operation were not serviced timely. Last inspection was completed September 2021.
2022-07-14 · 746.2207(c)(4) · Medium
Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-07-14. Correction verified: 2022-07-27.
A screen time activity was provided during mealtime as observed at the operation. Children were watching a movie while eating breakfast in the Pre-K classroom. NOTE: TV was turned off and planned activities were resumed by caregiver.
2022-07-14 · 746.3301(g) · Medium
Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-07-14. Correction verified: 2022-07-27.
The operation had concentrated juice of several flavors that were not 100% juice and had added sugars. It was confirmed that beverage had been given to children enrolled. NOTE: Juice cans were removed by Director during inspection. Director was unaware of juice cans not being 100% juice.
2022-07-14 · 745.621(a)(2) · High
AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you hire someone
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-07-14. Correction verified: 2022-07-27.
An individual without a background check was present during inspection completing custodian/cleaning responsibilities. NOTE: Individual left the operation during inspection.
2022-05-19 · 746.5205(4) · Medium
Documentation of Drills
Corrected at inspection: Yes. Correction date: 2022-05-19. Correction verified: Not recorded.
Documentation of Fire drills for the months of April and May 2022 were not available for review. NOTE: Director documented the completed drills.
2022-02-04 · 746.501(a)(8) · Medium High
Written Operational Policies - Suspension and Expulsion
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-02-25. Correction verified: 2022-02-22.
Operational policies were reviewed and the following items are missing: -Suspension and expulsion policy -Transportation Policy -Water Activities Policy -Field Trips Policy -Physical and Outdoor Activity Policy -Sunscreen and Insect REpellant Policy -Parent participation policy -Employee vaccine requirement policy -Statement indicating parents may visit at anytime during operational hours without prior notice
2022-02-04 · 746.5207(a)(4) · Medium High
Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Designated Location Inside
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-02-07. Correction verified: 2022-02-22.
Emergency Diagrams are missing the designated location inside the child-care center where all caregivers and children take shelter from threatening weather.
2022-02-04 · 746.4907(d) · Medium High
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Proper Depth Maintained
Corrected at inspection: No. Correction date: 2022-02-25. Correction verified: 2022-02-22.
Operation has a structure with a height over 20 inches and a spring rider; structures are surrounded by 2-5 inches of pea gravel. Spring rider is within three feet from a wall.

Source: Texas HHSC Child Care Regulation, via data.texas.gov (CC0). See the official record: https://childcare.hhs.texas.gov/Public/InspectionAndComplianceHistory?operationId=1394974

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Provider data fetched: October 10, 2026.