Paula Hofen
Registered Child-Care Home · Waco, Mclennan County, TX · Operation No. 402238
Paula Hofen holds a Registered issued June 25, 1990. In the state's 60-month public window it has 4 inspections on record with 7 cited deficiencies. The records below are republished verbatim from the Texas HHSC database.
License details
License status
Registered
Issued
June 25, 1990
Operation type
Registered Child-Care Home
Total capacity
12 children
Ages served
Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten
Address
3612 Lasker Ave, Waco, TX 76707-1112
The 60-month record
4
Inspections
0
Assessments
0
Self reports
7
Deficiencies
Deficiencies by the agency's own weight: High 2 · Medium High 1 · Medium 4 · Medium Low 0 · Low 0. These are the state's precomputed counts, republished as-is.
Inspection history
| Date | Activity | Deficiencies cited |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2025 | Inspection | 0 |
| Sep 11, 2025 | Inspection | 1 |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Inspection | 5 |
| Jan 5, 2023 | Inspection | 1 |
Deficiency records
September 11, 2025 Standard § 747.2315(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
High Verbatim from the agency record
A 5 month old infant was observed asleep in their crib with a blanket and two small toys present in the crib. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver removed the blankets and toys.
Corrected: September 11, 2025
January 23, 2025 Standard § 747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
Medium High Verbatim from the agency record
The Provider did not have current CPR/First Aid Certification. The Provider's CPR/First Aid expired on 8/25/2024.
Corrected: February 6, 2025
January 23, 2025 Standard § 747.613(b) - Required Immunizations Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
There were 2 children in care that did not have immunization records on file for review.
Corrected: February 6, 2025
January 23, 2025 Standard § 747.501(8) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The operational policy was observed to not have the following, required sections, included: *Promotion of Active Play *Infant Safe Sleep *Parent Rights
Corrected: January 30, 2025
January 23, 2025 Standard § 747.2321(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
There were 2 infants that did not have current infant feeding instructions on file. One's infant feeding form was last updated in 8/2024 and the other infant's form was last updated on 9/16/24.
Corrected: January 30, 2025
January 23, 2025 Standard § 747.1309(a) - Primary Caregiver Annual Training -30 Hours Required
Medium Verbatim from the agency record
The Provider had completed 3 out of 30 required hours of annual training.
Corrected: February 20, 2025
January 5, 2023 Standard § 747.4401(7) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Pinch, Crush, or Shear Points
High Verbatim from the agency record
One riding toy was observed to be in disrepair exposing springs, posing a pinching hazard. The homeowner will remove the equipment before children are allowed access to the area.
Corrected: January 13, 2023
About these records
These records come from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission database and cover the state's 60-month public window. Records synced from the agency on August 29, 2026. They reflect the agency's database as of that date; recent inspections may not appear yet, so verify current status with the agency or on the official record ↗. Facility operators can request a review through our corrections process.
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